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10 Questions to Ask Graduating Seniors

Companies and organizations often do “exit interviews,” and they do so for many different reasons. But the biggest one is that they get really honest answers. And this is a great time to do the same with graduating seniors.

Free Youth Talksheets

"If you’re looking to have some deeper theological discussions with teenagers in your youth group, these could be a perfect starting place."

The National Senior Sendoff Is Our Labor of Love for High School Seniors

Several weeks ago it started becoming clear that proms were going to be cancelled, graduations were going to look different, and high school seniors-...

4 Key Steps to Mentoring Teens

Mentoring is an essential part of any youth ministry.

One Thing I Would Tell a College Student Wanting to Go Overseas

But the thing I would tell any college student aiming to move overseas for the sake of the gospel is this: learn about the basic Christian life of discipleship.

Do You Miss the Teens in Your Youth Ministry?

The silence is a reminder of how much I miss the teens and adults who make up the ministry I oversee. I never thought I would miss waiting with a teen for their parent to pick them up. I miss it, and it’s been hard.

Why You Should Care About Creativity in Youth Ministry

Creativity matters because it’s deeply personal and inherently authentic.

Be Careful Because Virtual Ministry Can Still Burn You Out

While virtual ministry seems convenient because you can do everything from home, beware because it can still stretch you thin. It can be much harder to create a virtual ministry and not get overwhelmed because it’s harder to establish limits.

Mobilizing Teenagers (Even in a Pandemic) to Lead a Movement

Not only is youth ministry possible during this pandemic, says Dare 2 Share founder Greg Stier, but youth workers can unleash teenagers to be part of a massive global awakening.

Introducing a Pandemic-Proof Way to Share the Gospel

With social distancing and virtual meetings becoming our new normal, the Life in 6 Words app seeks to solve some of your evangelism woes.

How to Cultivate Personal Growth in Your Life

Everything that's planted is supposed to grow. Are you growing?

5 Awesome Family Game Ideas

One of the things our family loves to do is play games together. In fact, we have one night each week designated as “Family Game Night.” Here are our best family game ideas.

5 Surefire Ways to Train Your Kid to Use Porn

A child can be in training to become a porn addict long before there is awareness from the child or the parents.

Technology for High School Small Groups When You Can’t Meet In-Person

These are written for youth leaders who may not have used these tools for high school small groups before, but keep in mind that your high school students are probably using all of them for school now.

Romans 16: A United Family in a Divided Society

The names in Romans 16 reveal that the early church was remarkably diverse. They may sound strange to us, but they reveal unity-in-diversity in three areas.

7 Tips on Getting and Keeping the Attention of Teenagers

From small youth groups to medium-sized camps to arenas full of students, I have known the thrill and terror of trying to get and keep the attention of teenagers that adrenalin-filled and twitchy.

The Update on Generation Z Every Church Leader Needs

They are the largest generation on the planet. If you care about reaching people for Jesus, you will care about Generation Z.

4 Ways to Keep Your Marriage Strong in Youth Ministry

Ministry has to be one of the busiest jobs on the planet.

Parenting Means Wrestling Demons

"It’s essential to know, especially when the going gets tough, that we are fighting hell."
Jelly Roll prays with Brandon Lake

‘Thank You for Letting Us Testify Tonight’—Jelly Roll Prays While at...

Jelly Roll surprised fans with performances with Brandon Lake and Shaboozey at the recent four-day CMA Fest. More than 300 artists performed for eager fans on multiple stages spread across Nashville, Tennessee.
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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