May 3, 2010 in Thoughts from Josh..., Youth Ministry by joshrobinson

Monday Minute

It has been a while since my last “Monday Minute” posting! I have been real focused on life lately and not as much on my blog.

• I’m feeling the overload bearing down on me from taking two seminary classes at at time. I’m taking two classes every 8 weeks, so that means at least 2-3 papers a week. I’m learning a lot but I’m pumped to graduate with a MAR in Christian Leadership (Liberty Theological Seminary) at the end of the summer. I might keep going…praying about it. Any advice here?
• Cassidy’s new CD “New Day” is out and people are enjoying it! Her CD Release party this past Friday was awesome! Praying that God takes her music and uses it for His glory!
• I led a “new believer’s” group with students yesterday during small group time. It was exciting to disciple over 10 new believers and encourage them to walk with Jesus and grow in Him.
• Me and Cassidy are heading to Daytona Beach, FL this weekend (Thursday-Saturday) for a quick trip to celebrate her birthday and see her mom and sister. I hope to surf (hope some waves show up), REST, hang out and spend quality time with my wonderful wife.
• Excited to see my Mom this weekend, she is leading a women’s retreat in Florida, so we’ll get to hang out with her on Mother’s Day!
• Please pray for me – I’m having an EGD procedure done next Tuesday. Praying that they find why I am having trouble with eating/swallowing/tightness in my throat. It has been going on for about a year now and I’m praying that it will be relieved.

April 8, 2010 in Thoughts from Josh..., Youth Ministry by joshrobinson

Update on Life

I have been super busy with preparing for this coming beach retreat in Panama City Beach! We are pumped about having a great weekend focused upon being “totally consumed” with a lifestyle of worship. I’m praying for God to move in the hearts of students and to change lives. We are excited to have Tim and Em Flowers leading worship and my brother Jeff Robinson as the speaker! Justin (my younger brother) is leading “Late Night” and I know it is going to be “off the chain” with great videos, skits and games.

Here is the logo for the weekend!

• I have begun two more seminary classes. I’m almost finished with my Master’s in Christian Leadership. Praying that I can stay the course and not become lazy.
• We are enjoying the new house and I’m so grateful for a great wife to share it with!
• I’ve enjoyed the last season of LOST – It is fun actually learning about the craziness of the Island! I’m still “lost” and am trying to figure it all out.
• The pollen has fallen here in Alabama and I’m not used to it. Spent a few days this past week sick. I’m trying to get on a workout program and stay focused on a routine. I hear P90x is the way.
• The final four was amazing as usual. Butler was such an inspiration to small schools making it! It was like watching “Hoosiers” in real life.
• Now I’m headed to finish two papers tonight so I can spend the weekend focused on loving and ministering to students! Please pray for us.

March 11, 2010 in Funny videos, Youth Ministry by joshrobinson

Room Raiders!

We are doing a fun emphasis in the student ministry. I’ll be going along with small group leaders to students homes (when they are not home) and video their room! Every Wednesday night we’ll highlight a room and ask the question, “whose room is it anyway?!”

Here is the intro video me and Kevin made this week! Let us know what you think?

November 19, 2009 in Family, Thoughts from Josh..., Youth Ministry by joshrobinson

Family Ministry

God has been reminding me lately of the importance of the family. God’s plan is to use the local church to fulfill His mission to “make disciples.” Along with that plan, the family is a God’s plan to lead and train up children and students that love Jesus.

I’ve been challenged to re-think how I plan and do student ministry this past year. We have begun planning Parent-Life events three times per year where we come alongside parents and encourage and equip them to be the spiritual leader in their homes. The strategy that I feel passionate about is helping parents understand that God placed them in their student’s lives to lead them to Jesus through word and action! It has been great to see!

Here are the logos we use for the “Parent Life” event and “Turkey Bowl.”

We just had a great family event called , “Turkey Bowl!” It was a flag football game between Dad’s and the students. We had a cookout and bonfire after the game. It was great to see students growing and having fun with their parents. I’m excited about what God will do through the families in the coming days!

Check out the highlights of the day!

October 22, 2009 in Funny videos, Youth Ministry by joshrobinson

Fall Lock-In!

What do you get when you take over 70 students and stay up all night in a church? FUN! It was a great night of fellowship, fun, food, and growing in the Lord. We had one student come to know Christ! New students have started coming and feel connected because of the crazy lock-in! Here are some highlights of the night.