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What Does It Mean To Be a Disciple of Jesus Christ? 3 Key Components

What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus Christ in the 21st century? Explore the faith components of being, knowing and doing.

Mother’s Day Tips for Supporting Teens From Broken Homes

Mother’s Day can be stressful or uncomfortable for some teens. Learn how youth leaders can support these kids.

Gluttony Examples: How Youth Groups Sin by Overindulging

Are gluttony examples evident in your church or youth group? Overindulging is a sin, but we rarely take it seriously.

Outreach and Evangelism: What We (Literally!) Need To Talk About More

Outreach and evangelism are difficult with actions alone. Learn why we need to speak out for Jesus.

Reasons to Step Down From Ministry: Consider 4 Scenarios

Do legitimate reasons exist to step down from ministry or leave a church? Read one youth leader’s perspective about walking away.

Old Wives Tales Game for Youth Group Keeps Kids Guessing & Laughing

The Old Wives Tales game is a fun, engaging youth group activity. Kids must decide whether common myths and old sayings are true or false.

Peer Pressure Lessons for Youth Ministry Teach Teens To Stand Firm in Faith

Peer pressure lessons for youth ministry help teens face everyday challenges. Use these 5 Bible-based studies with kids.

Messages Teens Need To Hear From Youth Leaders

Learn 5 encouraging messages teens need to hear from youth leaders and other adults.

Chris Pratt Shares 9 Rules for Life: Hear His Advice for Teens

Chris Pratt shares 9 rules for life with young people. Check out his advice for teens!

Team-Building Activities for Youth Retreats: 10 Ways To Build Unity

These 10 team-building activities for youth retreats strengthen friendships and cooperation.

Powerful Youth Devotions About Faith: 15 Resources for Teens

Powerful youth devotions on faith are life-changing. Check out these 15 resources for teens.

How To Start a Youth Group Program in a Smaller Church

Wondering how to start a youth group or ministry? Here’s some valuable advice.

Name That Tune Game for Youth Group: Ministry Fun With Music

A Name That Tune game is a wonderful, adaptable youth ministry activity.

Youth Group Circle Games for Church: 7 Easy-Yet-Fun Activities

Need some youth group circle games to keep in your back pocket? These are easy to play with teens at a moment’s notice.

Purity Bible Study for Youth: Help Preteens Pursue Godly Living

Use these tips to lead a purity Bible study for youth, from preteens and middle schoolers on up.

Help Teens Pray With These 3 Youth Ministry Insights

To help teens pray to their heavenly Father, read these insights from veteran youth ministry leader Leneita Fix.

Prayer Games for Youth Group: Help Your Teens Grow Closer to God

Prayer games for youth group meetings remind students to talk with and trust God.

Youth Group Food Ideas: 30 Meals (Besides Pizza) for Teens

For youth group food ideas, move beyond pizza to meals that require minimal work and cost. Check out this full “menu” of meals for teens!

Back and Forth Game Ideas for High-Energy Youth Ministry Fun

Want fast-paced fun for teens? Then play the high-energy Back and Forth game with your youth group kids.

Youth Group Movie Night Ideas: Tips & Titles to Engage Teens

Youth group movie night ideas boost faith and outreach. Share these 10 powerful films with teens.

‘American Idol’ Finalist Breanna Nix Tops Apple’s Country Chart With Single...

“Higher,” the new single from “American Idol” finalist Breanna Nix, reached the No. 1 spot on Apple’s Country chart, according to a photo Nix posted Monday, May 19. Nix recently posted a video she took earlier in the competition when she predicted that winner Jamal Roberts would, in fact, win.
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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