Creative Youth Ideas: Resource Reviews Archives

A Church With Nothing To Offer

The first church had only one thing going for it: the risen Christ! But that was all it needed! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:27 AM on March 14, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: church, risen Christ, resurrection, crucifixion, Easter morning

A Million Little Pieces by James Frey

Inspiration to carry on with the call that God has placed in your life. (more)

Posted by Charissa Ee at 12:03 AM on January 17, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: addiction

A Song of Love

It was at Easter, on the cross, that a song of loved rang out to every corner of the universe, even those that been bound in death heard the song of the resurrection! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:30 AM on March 23, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter, resurrection, song, love, death, Satan

Angels - God's Secret Agents

Are angels real? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 04:19 PM on September 15, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: angels, heaven, messengers, resources, heavenly hosts, spiritual warfare

At the Mercy of Others?

When it seems others have control over our lives, can we trust God? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on June 05, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Trust, sovereignty, providence, God is in control

Autographed

Our value is the fact that we are going to be autographed by the Author. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:50 AM on October 03, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: value, suffering, worth

Autumn

autumn, fall, reflection, perspective, change (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on November 04, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Thoughts from Charles Swindoll on Autumn in our lives.

Built To Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies

If you're looking to leave a legacy, read this book. (more)

Posted by Charissa Ee at 12:06 AM on January 17, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: business, leadership, cell group, pastor, organization

Carpe Diem

Seize every moment and live it for the glory of God! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on January 09, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: death, life

Carried Away

It is better to never have followed Jesus, than to have followed and him and denied him. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on January 07, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Peter, commitment, deny Christ, denial, sacrifice

Champions

Champions Never Quit (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on September 13, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Champion, commitment, perseverance, dedication, endurance

Christ's Death on the Cross - Trusting in the Catcher

Christ trusted the father to resurrect him from the dead when he sacrificed himself on the cross. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 03:03 PM on March 28, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter, Good Friday, Sacrifice, resurrection, empty tomb

Christian Facebook or Myspace for Youth Ministries and MORE!

An incredible ministry too that builds community within your ministry in a way that Facebook or MySpace don't have a prayer in achieving. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 05:24 PM on October 03, 2007 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: myspace, facebook, social networking, administration

Christmas Party Supplies and Decorations

If you are looking for supplies, decorations and ideas for your Christmas Celebration, then check out Kids Party Paradise! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:23 AM on December 03, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Party Resources, Christmas event, Holiday Party Ideas, Holiday Party Resources.

Envision a confrontation in heaven between the King of creation and the rebellious Satan. Threats, Challenges. A gauntlet laid on the floor of the sky...Come along as author Max Lucado takes us on a journey into his imagination--pulling back the curtain as we see what might have taken place one 'Cosmic Christmas' " (book jacket) (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 06:49 PM on December 07, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas, Angel, birth of Christ

Decision Making

Considerations for leaders when it comes to decision making. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:32 PM on May 19, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: choices, decision making, leadership

Deeper Worship

In terms of our worship, there are at least four different kinds of hindrances that not only hinder worship but could also very easily hinder our progress in a love relationship with God. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:00 PM on April 21, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Worship

Dice throwing at the Cross?

We, too, play games at the foot of the cross. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:24 PM on March 21, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Cross, crucifixion, Easter, Good Friday

Discipline

How should a spiritual leader discipline others? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on May 30, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: discipline, correction, leadership, spiritual leaders

Exmas

Thoughts on how we celebrate Christmas from C.S. Lewis (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 08, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christmas Spirit, true meaning of Christmas, Holiday celebrations, Christmas traditions

Faces in the Crowd

Jesus will be with you till the end. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:55 AM on September 30, 2007 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: presence of God, Jesus, belonging, friendship

Finishing Well

Not enough is said today about *finishing* well. We start the Christian life with Fiery zeal... but do we finish with the same zeal? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:21 PM on June 25, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christian Race, perseverance, finishing the race, endurance

God In the Clouds

We often find God in places we never expected. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:02 PM on January 10, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Keywords: pain, struggles, fear, perseverance, fear, faith, growth Author:

Hand Delivered Bouquets

God will load your world with flowers. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:29 AM on September 25, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: rejection

He is Risen?

It took more than the empty tomb to convince the disciples of the Resurrection of Jesus. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:25 AM on March 07, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter, Resurrection, empty tomb, Easter morning

How Does One Become a Spiritual Leader?

What is the process by whoch one becomes a spiritual leader? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on May 09, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: spiritual leadership, chosen by God

Hurricane Winds

Are you facing Hurricane winds and storms in your life? Look to God! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:36 AM on September 03, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: troubles, trials, direction, overcoming, difficult times

Inexhaustible

Christ professes to be the inexhaustible person, welcoming all of humanity in every generation (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:52 AM on January 27, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Christ, source, overflowing source of life

Jesus, You are Here

Jesus fills the loneliness in our lives. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:02 PM on November 25, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: pain, suffering, trials, tribulations, circumstances, adversity, struggles, overcoming, hurt, affliction, presence of God

Judas

Satan's best tools of destruction are not from outside the church, they are from within the church. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on April 07, 2009 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter, Judas, Cross, Betrayal, relationship, religion

Kids Sunday School Website

Resource for Children's Sunday School (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:45 PM on June 21, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: children, Sunday School, kids

Mount up with Wings

They that wait upon the Lord SHALL mount up with wings as eagles (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:00 AM on June 05, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: freedom, surrender, trust, trials, comfort

On the Anvil

God molds us and repairs us for his planned use and purposes. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on August 24, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Anvil, Tools, Blacksmith, service, gifts, purpose, God's will

On the Mount of God

Have you learned to see things from God's Perspective? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:26 AM on September 12, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: God's perspective, view, earthly perspective

One Thing

What is the one thing in your life that drives you? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:22 AM on February 19, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: devotion, single-minded, commitment, seeking God, worship, presence of God, fear

Overcoming Death

Jesus Conquered Death to settle all doubts that there can be life after this earthly existence. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:28 PM on June 26, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Death, Resurrection, Easter

Qualities Necessary in a Spiritual Leader : Counsels

A Spiritual Leader compassionately guides others (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 06:22 PM on February 14, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Spiritual Leadership, care, guidance, counsel

Qualities Necessary in a Spiritual Leader : Time Management

We have each been entrusted with sufficient time to do the whole will of God and to fill out His perfect plan for our lives. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:36 PM on January 30, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Spiritual Leadership, time management

Qualities Necessary in a Spiritual Leader: Delegation

A one person activity can never grow bigger than the greatest load that one person can carry. To achieve the greatest results a leader must learn to delegate! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 PM on January 17, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: leader, leadership, delegation, mentoring, discipling

Qualities Necessary in a Spiritual Leader: Prayer

Prayer must be a distinguishing characteristic of spiritual leaders. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 06:17 PM on January 15, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Prayer, Leadership, leading, intercession

Qualities Necessary in a Spiritual Leader: Sacrifice

Sacrifice is a key quality necessary in a spiritual leader. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 14, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Leader, leadership, spiritual leadership, J. Oswald Sanders, sacrifice

Qualities Necessary in a Spiritual Leader: Servanthood

Are you a servant? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 18, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Spiritual Leadership, servant, servanthood, service

Qualities Necessary in a Spiritual Leader: Vision

Leaders must be men and women of vision. They must not only see the vision but be able to take whatever action is necessary to make that vision a reality. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:47 PM on January 16, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Vision, action, goals, leadership, leaders

Reminding God of His Promises

It is God's delight to grant favors as he as promised. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 06:43 PM on June 18, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: prayer, devotion, quiet time, supplication, prayer requests

Rest

Are you resting? Rest in the Lord! (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 01:52 PM on July 25, 2007 | Link | Comments (1)
Keywords: rest

Saul of Tarsus, The Apostle Paul

Character study on the life of Saul - Paul (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:23 AM on November 03, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Paul, Saul

Souls Cry out for Freedom

Freedom comes through surrender and trust (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 07:23 PM on June 30, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Freedom, Fourth of July, 4th, eagles

The Championship Team

Are you a member of God's Championship Team? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:05 PM on August 21, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Champion, Team, sports, failure, handicaps, winning

The Crucifixion of Christ

This article was originally printed in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) and is a medically and historically accurate account of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:59 PM on March 22, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Easter, Good Friday, crucifixion

The Law is Good

In truth, we know that God's laws are for our own good. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 06:53 PM on June 19, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: law, sin, God's love

The Leader and his Reading

A man's character is reflected in the books he reads. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:46 PM on November 20, 2005 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Reading, Books

The Leader and his Reading

Excerpts from J. Oswald Sanders pertaining to a spiritual leader and reading. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 10:00 PM on April 30, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Spiritual Leadership, J. Oswald Sanders, reading, books, study

The Role of Talents and Gifts in Spiritual Leadership

The role of talents and gifts in spiritual leadership (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on May 05, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: talents, gifts, leadership, spiritual leadership

The Tender Touch of God

Do you need God's healing in your life? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on November 24, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Healing

Tomorrow

Are you ready for tomorrow? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 09:32 AM on July 10, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: future, trust, tomorrow, knowledge

Tools

Have you placed yourself in God's hands as a tool to be used by Him for his purposes? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on August 21, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Anvil, Tools, Blacksmith, spiritual gifts, God's Will, God's Plan

What is Spiritual Leadership?

J. Oswald sanders provides some guidance on what defines spiritual leadership (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on May 02, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: leadership, leaders, spiritual leadership

When We Stop

Draw apart from the hurry of life for rest and reflection. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 08:00 AM on May 25, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Psalm 23:1-3, Psalm 46:10, busyness, patience, hurry, quiet, rest

While the Boss is Away

Are you following the Lord's instructions for building his church while he is away? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on March 15, 2007 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: Church, discipleship, obedience, Bible study, instruction, following Christ's teachings, preparing for Christ's return.

Who Moved the Cheese

Are you willing to move out of your comfort zone and into the place God has for you? (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 11:53 AM on March 02, 2006 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: change, faith, comfort zone, circle of reality, growth

Wind in Your Face

It's fun to have the wind at our backs. But growth comes from having the wind in our face. (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 06:12 PM on July 04, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: struggles, trials, difficulty, tribulations

Winter

"Is it winter right now in the season of your life? Are you feeling depressed...alone...overlooked...spiritually on 'hold'...cold...barren? Beginning to wonder if your soul will ever thaw? Entertaining doubts that behind those thick, gray clouds there exists a personal, caring God?" (more)

Posted by Ken Sapp at 12:00 AM on December 30, 2008 | Link | Comments (0)
Keywords: winter, depression, loneliness