Articles for Youth Leaders

Escape the Flawed History of Youth Ministry

Why some of the bad markers of past youth ministries don't have to mark its future.

How to Fight Busyness During the Holidays

It's easy to get caught up in the tasks of the season. Here are some ways to avoid being overwhelmed.

Keeping Your Family Focused on Christ During the Christmas Rush

So it’s Christmas! It’s a time for joy & celebration, family & faith... ...and three white elephant parties, two cookie exchanges, six performances of the...

Dear Teenager: Life Is Hard, and God Is With You

I hope this isn’t too blunt or really, perhaps, too obvious: Life hurts.

NFL Player to Hometown Churches: What Are the Needs of the Youth?

Josh Norman requested "every church send me back a letter stating the concerns of the church and the needs of the youth" in his hometown.

One Great Way to Observe Advent

Why we must leave space for God this Advent season.

4 Ways to Fight Anxiety

How to stop worry from controlling your life and your ministry.

Could a Social Media Fast Prevent Teen Suicide?

Can youth pastors lessen teen suicide by encouraging the young people in their groups to fast from social media?