Articles for Youth Leaders
Family Ministry Should Be Separate From Youth Ministry: Here’s Why
Family ministry is important. Just don't sacrifice youth ministry to build a family program at your church.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Mindfulness and Stressed-Out Teens: Turn the Focus to Jesus
Mindfulness is a hot topic, but is it right for Christian teenagers? Consider these insights from youth ministry expert Rick Lawrence.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Sustainable Youth Ministry: 8 Tools for a Strong Teen Program
Sustainable youth ministry is the goal of youth work. So use these 8 tools for building a teen program that lasts for the long haul.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Preteen Bible Lesson on Prayer: Teach Kids How to Intercede
Use this preteen Bible lesson to help kids explore how we communicate with God through prayer.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Is Gossiping a Sin? Discerning the Biblical View
Gain guidance on addressing gossiping as a sin. Discover advice on how to avoid or address this behavior in a spiritual context.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Yes, Churches Are Raising Young Leaders—And Yours Can, Too
In most denominations, the clergy are graying. And in most churches, so is the support staff, whether paid or volunteer. But not in all of them. There are many churches that are raising young leaders to step up big time, including the one I’m blessed to serve.
Articles for Youth Leaders
Is Masturbation a Sin? 10 Bible-Based Resources for Teens
Is masturbation a sin? Check out these 11 Bible-based resources for answering teens' tough questions about sex.
Articles for Youth Leaders
I Don’t Feel God: What To Do When the Emotion Seems To Be Missing
A college student recently admitted a pressing concern: "Honestly, I don't feel God," he shared. Discover how to respond when people say, "I can't feel God."