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Teambuilding Games for Youth: 10 Top Activities for Teen Bonding

Teambuilding games for youth help teens learn to work together. With these 10 fun activities, kids also get to know each other better.

Capture the Flag: Play This Fun, Active Team Game With Teens

Capture the Flag is one of the most popular youth group games ever. Check out these 7 gameplay variations!

10 Reasons Why Youth Ministry Matters Now More Than Ever

Youth ministry matters now more than ever. Here are ten reasons why. 

Bible Banned Countries List Requires Prayer, Action

A Bible banned countries list is long. In many nations, it’s a crime to own or read God’s Word. Are your teens aware of this?

Narcissistic Teens: Combatting the Rise of Self-Focused Kids

Narcissistic teens are becoming more common, according to research. Find out how youth workers can combat this trend of self-focused kids.

Riddles for Teens: Fun Brainteasers That Will Spark Kids’ Thinking

Use riddles for teens as youth ministry icebreakers, during games, and to introduce Bible studies and lessons. Kids will enjoy these fun brain teasers!

Prayer and Birthday Blessings for Teens in Your Youth Ministry

Prayer and blessings are the best birthday gifts you can give to teens. After all, birthdays are gifts from God, the giver of life.

Share Your Faith: 7 Steps for Equipping Teens for Evangelism

Do your teens know how to share their faith? And do they actually do so? Discover 7 insights about student evangelism.

What We All Need: A New Kind of Biblical Hero

I think I have a new biblical hero. I just wish I knew his name. He appears in Matthew, Mark, and Luke. He’s the leper whom Jesus touched. And I want to be like him.

How to Help Students Learn To Be Wise

Your students will drown if they don’t learn how to evaluate and synthesize information from a Christian worldview.

Sunday School Games for Youth That Lead to Laughter & Learning

Sunday school games for youth don't need to be complicated or sophisticated. Bring out the inner child in teenagers by playing these 8 fun games with your youth group!

How to Deal With People Who Don’t Like You: 3 Relational Tips

Do you know how to deal with people? How about people who don’t like you? Here's guidance on a tricky subject for ministry workers.

Christian MLB Players & NFL Players on Why Baptism Is Important

Some Christian MLB players and NFL players discuss baptism in this short, powerful video.

Social Media and Anxiety: Addressing an Epidemic of Worry Among Teens

Social media can have serious impacts on teens, including poor self-image and body image, depression, and anxiety. Learn how to address this challenge.

Youth Pastor: Keep Working to Become Great at Youth Ministry

Are you a great youth pastor? Do you love what you do? Discover one youth ministry veteran's tips for how to excel in the field.

Youth Group Chaperones: 10 Tips for Parents When It’s ‘Go Time’

Youth group chaperones are crucial for any youth ministry event. If parents want to volunteer, they should know these 10 tips.

The Sound of True Freedom

"Sound of Freedom" is an amazing movie. But the sound of true and everlasting freedom that comes from the Good News of Jesus is even more amazing.

When Kids Wander Away From Faith, Parents Can Cling to 12 Truths

Wandering away from the faith was unthinkable in my Christian household, yet I eventually did so. Parents of teens and young adults who doubt or stray can embrace 12 important truths.

Evangelism Revisited: Rethinking Our Approach to Youth Ministry Outreach

Evangelism takes some practice. We'd all love to be incredibly organic and artistic in how we share our faith. But teens need some insights and practice to be everyday evangelists.

Love Lessons: What I Learn From Spending Time With Teenagers

I love spending one-on-one time with teens in my youth ministry. Being with kids and investing in them is why I serve in this role.
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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