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7 Spirits of God in Revelation: Resources for a Youth Ministry Bible Study

Revelation makes a fascinating Bible study class, and one topic worthy of exploration is the 7 spirits of God.

God Refines Us Through Suffering: 4 Reasons He Ordains Earthly Trials

Explore four ways that God refines us through suffering and what the Bible says about earthly trials.

What Do Mormons Believe: Help Teens Understand LDS Teachings

What do Mormons believe is a common question kids ask when you're studying other faiths. Are you prepared to address how LDS teachings differ from Christianity?

Who Was Jesus’ Best Friend? A Look at the Disciple Simon Peter

Who was Jesus’ best friend? Introduce teens to Simon Peter. Read one youth minister's moving letter to his young son, Peter.

Lone Youth Pastor? Consider Cooperative Youth Ministry

A lone youth worker tends to feel desperate. So discover insights about using cooperative leadership in youth ministry.

Stupid Questions: 93 Goofy Icebreaker Ideas for Teens

Stupid questions are ideal when life gets serious or boring. Add laughter to youth group with these silly icebreakers.

Love Church? If Not, You Won’t Accomplish Anything in Youth Ministry

Do you love church? Love should motivate me to be at my best as I serve in youth ministry.

Bible Study on Thankfulness: Explore Gratitude With Your Teens

A Bible study on thankfulness helps young people discover the many reasons to express gratitude to God. Check out these resources for youth groups!

Apostolic Resolve: Why Youth Leaders Need This Today

Why is apostolic resolve so important these days? Discover insights about this often-overlooked youth ministry trait.

Keeping Kids in Church: 3 Common Traits of Youth Who Stay

Many have observed that youth church attendance drops off once teens reach college age. So what is it that sets apart the kids who stay in the church?

Serving and Thanksgiving: 9 Combo Activities for Youth Ministry

Looking for ways to combine serving and Thanksgiving with your youth group? Check out these 9 activities!

Youth Leader, Do You Want to Quit? Then Read This for Encouragement

Don't quit, youth leader! Instead, discover a fresh approach to youth ministry that will encourage you in this calling.

Turn Up the Evangelistic Thermostat!

Cranking the evangelistic heat up in your youth group starts by cranking it up in your own heart.

Loneliness Epidemic: How You Can Minister to Lonely Teens

The loneliness epidemic has escalated since the pandemic. Discover helpful insights for instilling in teens a sense of belonging.

Youth Leader, You’re Fired! 5 Lies You Hear When a Church Lets You Go

Youth leaders, don't believe these 5 lies when you're fired from a church.

Youth Talk Tips: How to Share Powerful Messages With Teens

When giving a youth talk, keep listeners in mind. Use this simple, effective structure for giving youth messages.

Youth Ministry Needs Less of These 10 Things in the Future

For youth ministry to thrive, I think we need to see less of these 10 things. Do you agree?

Why Your Youth Group Events Must Move Beyond Fun and Games

The truth is that our events aren't supposed to be as fun as the other stuff out there. Our events are just supposed to be more meaningful.

Youth Ministry Publicity for Fall: 5 Ways to Engage in Outreach

Youth ministry publicity goes into hyperdrive in the fall. Here are five ways to promote your youth group and engage in outreach this season.

Fun in Youth Group: Can Teens Ever Have Too Much Fun at Church?

For a youth group, are fun and spiritual depth at odds? Sometimes it can feel that way. Discover a surprising answer to that question.
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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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