Make It Last ― Proven Principles for Effective Student Ministry

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 as:

· 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

Jeff Lovingood is a longtime veteran of student ministry and is currently serving as next generation pastor at Long Hollow Baptist Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Having served in churches of all sizes, he’s used his practical work in the field to develop an effective youth ministry. Jeff has had the privilege of helping thousands of students and adults experience life-change and find their place in ministry. He is married to Rachel: an author, a speaker, and the mother of their three children.