Why

By Bob Perks famous for his “I Wish You Enough” newsletter. Join it. You’ll love it.


 

I think of all the questions we ask, “Why?” may be the the most powerful.

We ask it of God…”Why?”

Then we wait patiently expecting an answer.

He does answer, but most of the time we choose not to hear Him.

It’s a …

Teaching a Dog to Whistle

Attributed to Sharon L. Bowman, Lake Tahoe

An older boy named Joey, his dog, Buster, and his younger buddy, Brian, are standing on the lawn in front of Joey’s house. Joey turns to Brian and says boastfully, “I taught Buster how to whistle.”

Brian looks at the dog for what seems like an eternity, then looks at his friend, and …

Youth Issues 2011

At the start of 2011, I am always asking myself about being relevant to the youth of today. Society and culture is a moving target and if we are to be most effective as youth leaders we need to keep ourselves up to date on the issues that are faced by youth today. Even so I think there are some …

How to Make a Piñata (Pinata)

Description of this Easter Object Lesson
While much of the religious symbolism has been forgotten, the Piñata is a great object lesson for youth or as a Children’s Sermon at Easter, Lent, or simply as a lesson on the blessings of God.

The History of Piñatas

Piñatas are favorites at Mexican fiestas (parties/ celebrations) although their true origin was likely …

Christmas Caroling

Merry Christmas! I really want to thank you for being part of my Creative Youth Ideas family. It really fills my heart with joy to read your emails and how I’ve been a blessing and a part of helping you in your ministry.

Personally, I’ll be spending Christmas with my family and friends from church. Being the musical one in …

Church Staff Christmas Party

When it’s Christmas time, every business wants to show their Christmas spirit by having an office party. Sometimes as busy ministry staff we forget to have fun together in the church office. Why not also have an office party for the church staff?

The question is, what are you going to do? No one is going to want to play …