Make It Last: Proven Principles for Effective Student Ministry

by Jeff Lovingood, T.J.J. Addington

Author and pastor Jeff Lovingood believes to be successful in youth ministry, pastors need to embrace and understand certain enduring principles that will strengthen and carry them through the tough times when they are tempted to give up.

Make It Last outlines these values and provides practical guidelines to encourage youth workers to reflect on why they are called to the ministry.

An invaluable resource for anyone working with students in the church, Make It Last tackles important issues such

· Establishing a vision for youth ministry
· Creating a culture that balances evangelism and discipleship
· Building effective relationships with students and other ministries
· Celebrating what God has done

112 pages, Paperback

First published January 6, 2012

Reviews

[S.G. Willoughby · Rating 4 out of 5]

Though one or two points rubbed me wrong, I really enjoyed and appreciated this book. It was a challenge and an encouragement in a time when I was weary in the youth ministry I'm involved in as a Young Life team leader.

Lovingood is easy to understand, and his wealth of experience was boiled down into the "vital" pieces of during youth ministry. I appreciated that this was specifically addressing the unique opportunities and challenges and strategies that come with youth ministry in particular.

I'm excited to implement (and re-prioritze) the principles in this book.

[Dennis Thurman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple and practical. For those who need a leadership primer this will help. While it aims at the student ministry leader, it has application for any church leader.