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the leader inprinciple-centered

youth ministry

MINISTRIES P R O G R A M O V E R V I E W

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We are here to change your life. Thats a pretty bold statement to make, isnt it? It sounds like either a sales pitch or some gimmick, doesnt it? How canany program change your life? As a matter of fact, a biblical program based

on biblical principles can! It isnt the program but Gods Word that makes thedifference. Gods Word changes lives and brings hope. Those principles can bemore easily applied with effective tools - thats where the program comes in.

At Word of Life Student Ministries, we are not primarily interested inentertaining people but in energizing them to become obedient Christians livinga dynamic life. But how do you do this? How can you get there? Are there stepsto take? We believe that to become an obedient Christian, you start with ...

BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES (GODS WORD)Foundation of truth

Then you build upon that your...

BIBLICAL PHILOSOPHY (GROUP OF PRINCIPLES)This is done by grouping your principles togetheralong with your knowledge of a particular subject.On your philosophy you build your...

BIBLICAL PURPOSE (GOAL)This is what you want to accomplish.Then you build a...

BIBLICAL PROGRAM (GAME PLAN)These are tools and procedures that willaccomplish your goal.Finally - all this develops...

BIBLICAL PEOPLE (GODLY PEOPLE)

welcome to word of life student ministries!

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QUIET TIMEQu i e t T i m e b u il d s a p e r s o n a l r e l a t i o n s h i p w i t h Go d .

PRINCIPLE 1 Peter 2:2 Proverbs 8:17, 33-35 Psalm 5:3 Deuteronomy 6:6 2 Peter 1:3 Jeremiah 20:9 Psalm 5:1 Psalm 1:1-2 Joshua 1:8

2 Timothy 2:15 Philippians 3:10 Matthew 22:29PHILOSOPHY

A Quiet Time builds an intimaterelationship and fellowship with God.

PURPOSETo develop intimacy with God throughprayer and systematic daily reading ofthe Word with personal application.

PROGRAMWe cover the major portions of theWord of God in six years.

PEOPLE 1. Total integrated spiritual

growth program2. Stimulates unity in your group3. Provides accountability4 Encourages family devotions5. Encourages personal study,

not just reading a commentary

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Quiet Timewith Commentary Quiet Time

for Students

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PRINCIPLE Psalm 119:11 Psalm 1:2 Joshua 1:8 Colossians 3:16

PHILOSOPHYInternalizing Scripture to connect to lifes needsand problems is essential for a growing, obedientChristian.

PURPOSEThe systematic memorization of Scripture willhelp a believer to sin less, witness more, andencourage others.

PROGRAMThe 24 verses in the Scripture Memory Pak aredrawn from the Bible Study (Biblical Teaching and

Biblical Living) lessons. Each verse card has aquestion to show the connection between Gods Wordand lifes needs.

We use our Creative Discipleship Reward Sheet toshow how our program works. One sheet is kept bythe discipleship leader and one by the student, sothat he or she can see their progress.

PEOPLE Sin less. Witness more. Encourage others.

S C RIPTU RE ME M O R Y PA K P r o v i d e s a n e f f e c t i v e t o o l f o r m e m o r i z in g

a n d a p p l y in g t h e w o r d o f g o d .

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QUESTION Side:

A question is asked to stimulatememory and connect the versewith life situations.

ANSWER Side:

The answer is the

Scripture itself!

memorize &

Four translations available

KJV NKJV

NIV NASB

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l y

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PRINCIPLE 2 Timothy 2:15 Joshua 1:8 2 Timothy 3:16-17

PHILOSOPHYProvide students with a vehicle for study, meditation,and instruction from the Word of God.

PURPOSETo train youth to accurately handle Scripture, resulting

in obedience and a life prepared for service.

PROGRAMBible study occurs at the weekly Word of Life meetingthrough interaction by the student with both the Bibleteacher and the Student Lifelines.

PEOPLE Provide a solid handle on the basic Bible doctrines

Address contemporary issues Encourage life application

L i f e l i n e s i s a t o o l

u s e d t o e n g a g e i n

B i b l e S t u d y w i t h a

d o c t r i n a l e m p h a s i s .

BIBLESTUDY

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PRINCIPLE Philippians 3:17 1 Corinthians 4:16 2 Timothy 2:15 Philippians 4:8

PHILOSOPHYThrough the godly example and exhortation of gifted writers,we are challenged to live biblically.

PURPOSETo counteract the media impact of the world and open theheart of a student to a life of Christian service.

PROGRAMRead three books -- two recommended by Word of Life and onemissionary or Christian biography of your choice. The entire NewTestament counts as any two books.

PEOPLE Strengthen convictions. Become open to missionary service.

e n c o u r a g e s t u d e n t s t h r o u g h g o d l y e x a m p l e s , m is s io n s a n d c o n t e m p o r a r y is s u e s .

READING BOOKS

doctrinally driven

life c h a n g i n g

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PHILOSOPHYEngraft the Word of God in students lives to the point that it is demonstratedin their compassion and care for others.

PURPOSEDirect and equip students in various avenues of serving God throughindividual and group evangelistic and service projects.

PROGRAMEach student is encouraged to participate in Christian.They may choose from:

Individual Christian Service:23 different opportunities

Group Christian Service:29 different opportunities

PEOPLE

Develop a habit of servingGod by serving others. Sense the joy that comes

in Christian Service. See students leading

others to Jesus Christ.

d e s ig n e d t o e n c o u r a g e s t u d e n t i n v o l v e m e n t i n

e v a n g e l i s m a n d d i s c i p l e s h ip .

CHRISTIANSERVICEMANUAL

c u l t i v a t i n g s t u d e n t s o fi n f l u e n c e

PRINCIPLE Matthew 28:19 1 Peter 4:10 Hebrews 10:24 Acts 1:8

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PRINCIPLE 1 Peter 4:10 Romans 12:11 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 1 Corinthians 12:4 Colossians 3:23-24

PHILOSOPHYSince God has given every believer gifts, talents, and abilities to serve Him for Hisglory, we need to lead, help, and encourage youth to find and use them for thispurpose.

PURPOSEEncourage and help Christian teenagers gain experience in presenting their giftsand abilities to God for His honor, glory, and service.

PROGRAMStudents may choose from 21 categories of involvement for either Senior High or

Junior High. Most students are involved in three or four of the following categories: Individual

Preaching - ten-minute sermon Creative Writing - prose/poetry/Gospel tract Teaching Children - teach a Bible story or character Special Presentation - ventriloquism, puppets, chalk art, etc. Musical Presentation - vocal, instrumental, keyboard

Group

Drama Puppets Quizzing Musical Presentation small vocal, large vocal, choir,instrumental, vocal and instrumental, specialty instrumental

PEOPLE Spiritual growth: Discover gifts, talents and abilities. Enjoy fellowship with other youth. Experience new avenues of ministry.

d e v e l o p e d t o h e l p t e e n s id e n t i f y a n d u s e t h e i r g i f t s

a n d a b i l i t i e s f o r Go d s g l o r y .

TEENSINVOLVED

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T he Quie t T im e with

C om m enta ry is a n

enriching devot iona l designed f or a dult s.

For more informa on about any of ourprograms or materials, call or e-mail fora free catalog.

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