Good theological questions deserve lots of time and attention in youth group and teen Bible studies. For example: What are some arguments for the existence of God?

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Stronger Youth Ministry: 10 Ways to Build Your Program

The Faith Formation Ministries team at CRCNA, the Christian Reformed Church in North America - September 13, 2022

Want to build a stronger youth ministry? Feel like you’re scrambling to put together each week’s youth group meeting? Use these 10 expert tips to grow a more durable program for teens.

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Toxic Person: 6 Early Warning Signs You’re Dealing With One

Carey Nieuwhof - September 8, 2022

A toxic person is, well, toxic. An unhealthy person can infect your team like toxins infect the human body. Discover 6 warning signs of a toxic person.

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7 Examples of Bad Friends Who Are Sure to Ruin Your Life

Frank Powell - September 8, 2022

When it comes to sharing examples of bad friends, I always point to a night I remember so clearly. I was driving down a dark, narrow two-lane road with the gas pedal to the floor. Intoxicated. It was the night my life hit rock bottom.

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Launch Student Ministry Into the Stratosphere With These 6 Tips

Andy Lawrenson - September 6, 2022

Ready to launch student ministry, programs, or events? What's holding you back? Use these 6 expert tips for a successful liftoff.

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Why Your Youth Group Events Must Move Beyond Fun & Games

Aaron Helman - September 5, 2022

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.

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Biblically Accurate Angels: 10 Images of God’s Heavenly Messengers

Stephanie Martin - August 30, 2022

What are biblically accurate angels? What does the Bible say about angels and how they appear? Dive into this topic using these 10 resources.

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Is Satan Real: Use This Free Bible Lesson With Preteens

ChildrensMinistry.com - August 26, 2022

Preteens today are asking is Satan real. This free Bible study will help temper the fear that comes with knowing that evil exists.

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Youth Ministry Career Moves: 4 Questions to Ask Before Taking a New Job

Chris Wesley - August 24, 2022

In a youth ministry career, deciding whether to accept a new position can be complicated. Ask these 4 questions to see if a church is the right place for you.

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Essential Advice on How to Write a Bible Study

Paul Sheneman - August 24, 2022

When teenagers get lost or bored during a youth Bible study, it defeats the whole point. If you're wondering how to write a Bible study that's meaningful and keeps young people engaged and interested, you've come to the right place.

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Discussion Starters: 100 Prompts for Youth Ministry Small Groups

Josh Griffin - August 19, 2022

Discussion starters are a great way to engage small-group participants. Check out this wide variety of youth ministry icebreakers!

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Youth Ministry Attendance Tracking: Save Time With Management Tools

Jeremy Zach - August 17, 2022

Discover how youth ministry attendance tracking can increase your productivity and effectiveness. Check out the advantages of these management tools!

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ASK God to Help You—and Expect Him to Answer Your Prayers

Greg Stier - August 15, 2022

Do you ASK God to help you? And when you pray, do you trust and expect him to answer? Discover how Jesus shows us to pray: Ask. Seek. Knock.

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Youth Ministry Goals: Discover How to Set Up Your Program for Success

Stephanie Martin - August 12, 2022

Youth ministry goals are essential for short-term and long-term impact. They encourage you and your volunteers to continuously improve, help you keep plans on track, and lead to lasting impact on young lives.

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Why to Stay in Youth Ministry: 7 Compelling Reasons Not to Quit

Greg Stier - August 9, 2022

These days, more church workers than ever are wondering why to stay in youth ministry (or any kind of ministry). If that's you, read these encouraging words from evangelist Greg Stier!

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Apologetics Topics: 5 Questions Youth Workers Need to Address

Benjer McVeigh - August 8, 2022

Apologetics topics often come up during youth group. So youth workers should have a good handle on these 5 common questions from teens.

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Youth Ministry Malpractice: Don’t Act Like a Hired Hand

Youth Ministrycom - August 4, 2022

Considering youth ministry malpractice stirs us to think more deeply about what we’re doing and why. So ponder this installment about being a good shepherd, not a hired hand.

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Why a Youth Group Name Doesn’t Really Matter

Bill Nance - August 4, 2022

Youth ministers devote time, talent and treasure to what we think is important. Judging by what I see youth ministers spend a lot of time and effort on, it seems we greatly value a youth group name.

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