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Impact of Sexualized Music on Teens: A Closer Look

What’s the impact of sexualized music on teens? Explore the ramifications of secular lyrics and how youth ministers and parents can respond.

Open Letter to Parents of Teens

This is what so many of us youth workers have wanted to say to (some) parents over the years.

How to Be More Disciplined

Where to start if you want to see more discipline in your life.

5 Thoughts on Charlottesville and Racism

Last month's events in Charlottesville showed there are still deep wounds in America. Here's how Christians can approach it well.

7 Ways to Influence Church Leaders to Partner With Parents

How you can help the leaders at your church better listen to families.

5 Ways to Care for Your Team

"Pay attention to the condition of the people under your care."

What’s Shaping the Minds of This Year’s Freshman Class, the Class of 2021

The freshmen entering college this year have always had emojis to cheer them up.

How Jesus Stops Racism

It seems as though racial discrimination is a never-ending problem. Here's God's solution.

The Back to School Conversations You Need to Have With Your Kids

Here's how to have back to school conversations with your kids that really matter.

5 Reasons Why Fun HAS to Be a Part of Your Jr. High Ministry

Yes, Jr. High students are full of drama and they smell bad—but there’s no denying that they’re some of the most fun students you can have in your youth ministry.

3 Keys for Keeping Your People Engaged

Volunteer engagement is one of the most important things we can do as church leaders.

3 Ways to Make Your Students Into Evangelists

How to help the kids in your ministry share the Gospel.

How to Make Teenagers Care About Their Faith

When it comes to teens and faith, do your teenagers seem checked out of Christianity? Here are 3 things that are fundamental to helping teens learn to care about Jesus.

5 Reasons Your Youth Ministry May Never Grow

There are things that will impede your ministry's growth, no matter what.

30 Lessons on Life and Ministry

A 30-year-old explains what he's learned along the way.

The Top 3 Qualities in a Youth Ministry Hire

What one experienced youth minister looks for in a new hire.
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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