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5 Huge Youth Ministry Myths

You've probably heard these things about student ministry. But guess what? They're not true.

How to Minister to the Fatherless

Chances are, some of your youth have lost a parent. Here are some things to keep in mind.

How to Talk to Teenagers—Even When You’re Sick

Sometimes real life problems—like sickness or fear—interrupt our speaking plans. Here's what to do.

5 Ways to Frustrate People You Lead

Want to drive your staff and volunteers crazy? Do these things.

How to Balance the Demands of Ministry and Family

"The idea of 'personal time' is something that represents a struggle for all of us," says Chris Wesley.

How to Address Sexuality With Teenagers

Don't be afraid to talk to students about the real brokenness in their lives.

7 Questions to Ask When Your Youth Ministry Isn’t Growing

Face it—none of us go into youth ministry because we want things to stay the same.

10 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self

What one leader has learned over the years in ministry.

#1 Thing You Can Do Right Now to Be a Better Youth Pastor

It’s time we ask for help instead of leaning back, filled with pride, thinking of “those children/student ministry people’s issues.”

Making Games Work—Without Leaving the Gospel Behind

Fun games don't have to be shallow time-killers. Here are some ways to be intentional about your game time.

How to Develop Student Leaders

One of the elements of a healthy and effective youth ministry is the presence of teenage leaders.

3 Tips for Parents to Keep Connected to Kids

Stay up on teens' lives without being creepy about it.

4 Ways to Help Graduating Seniors Keep the Faith in College

How to help your students' faith survive—and thrive—in college.

Youth Ministry Evangelism 501: Learning How to Reach Out to ALL Families in Your Community

Youth ministry evangelism is a great thing but what if youth ministries widen their reach beyond students to all families in the community?

Don’t Waste Your College: A Challenge to Graduates

Why your graduates need to pay attention to what's going to happen as they go off to school.

How to Develop an Intern Program

After considering the pros and cons of an intern program, how do you go about starting one?

What It Takes to Create a Ministry Culture

How one ministry went from awkward hugs to natural affection.
Jen Hamilton

‘Pretty Liberal’—Christian TikToker Compares the Words of Jesus With MAGA Headlines

Christian influencer Jen Hamilton has more than four million followers on TikTok, and she isn't afraid to talk politics and argue that the MAGA movement, while supported by many Christians, directly contradicts the words of Jesus.
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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