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Gross Games in Youth Ministry Are a Great Threat

Why did this youth leader ban gross games in youth ministry? Learn the reasoning behind his policy of no gross games.

Youth and Ministry: Why This Combination Packs a Punch

Youth and ministry are a powerful combination. Teenagers are well-equipped and eager to serve.

Don’t Miss It: The One Thing That Changes Everything in Youth Ministry

It’s time to mobilize the next generation! When you download the report, you’ll receive clear, actionable steps to make this vision a reality.

Female Youth Leader: Thoughts on Women in Youth Ministry

When the topic of a female youth leader comes up, so do questions. How do you answer them?

Churched Kids: Conducting Preteen Youth Ministry with Cradle Christians

Reaching churched kids through preteen youth ministry offers unexpected challenges and joys. Help kids fall in love with a God they’ve known their whole life.

Day Off for Ministry Leaders: How To Boost Your Productivity

Learn what a day off for ministry leaders can accomplish—and how you can take one.

Christian Music Kids Like: Worship Songs for Teens

Wondering what Christian music kids like? The key word is variety.

Christian Justice and Advocacy: Giving Teens a Voice

Christian justice and advocacy are hot topics for teens. Help them harness their concerns and impact their society and world.

Youth Ministry Games with a Message: 10 Bible Activities for Kids

Youth ministry games with a message create teachable moments that stick. Try these 10 activities with teens.

Empowering Youth Ministry Leaders: 5 Reasons To Skip an Event

Need tips for empowering youth ministry leaders? Want to give volunteers (and youth!) more ownership? Read on for valuable ministry advice.

Margin in Youth Ministry: 6 Steps To Slowing Down

Need more margin in youth ministry? Don’t let feeling wiped out be the norm.

Extended Adolescence: What Youth Leaders Need To Know

Extended adolescence has become a major trend in American life. Learn the faith impacts of drawing out this developmental stage.

Community Care & Youth Ministry: Build Excitement with Passion Projects

Community care and service projects are vital parts of youth ministry. Use passion projects to get teens onboard for neighborhood outreach!

Vision as a Youth Leader Is Just as Important as Your Mission

Vision as a youth leader differs from a youth ministry mission. Learn how to recognize the difference.

Texting in Youth Ministry: What Youth Leaders Need To Know

Texting in youth ministry is an important communication topic. Should we adapt it or fight it?

Youth Ministry Games for Small Groups: Fun, Faith & Fellowship

Youth ministry games for small groups encourage interaction and point teens to Jesus. While reinforcing Bible lessons, youth group games help teens share and grow.

Using Social Media in Youth Ministry: 4 Crucial Guardrails

Wondering about best practices for using social media in youth ministry? Veteran youth leader Brandon Early offers four valuable insights.

Church Youth Rules and Regulations: Key Youth Ministry Guidelines

Church youth rules and regulations are essential for programs to function well. So create guidelines for youth ministry leaders and participants.

Church Youth Committee Roles and Responsibilities: 5 Jobs for Teens

Church youth committee roles and responsibilities are varied and many. Kids are well-qualified to tackle many tasks.

Forgiveness Bible Lesson for Preteens: Free Study for Sunday School

Use this free forgiveness Bible lesson with preteens. Remind kids that God urges them to take the next step.
Joby Martin

Joby Martin: What Happens When Pastors Finally Understand Grace

Joby Martin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what happens when a church leader has truly been run over by the “grace train" and understands the profound love and grace of God.

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