Articles for Youth Leaders

How To Apologize When You Mess Up in Youth Ministry

We all mess up, and we all say we're sorry. But we don't all know how to apologize well.

Doubting Is Important: How to Nurture Positive Doubts in Teens

Doubting is a critical-thinking skill for youth. Discover insights about nurturing healthy, positive doubts among your preteens and teens.

Teaching the Bible to Kids

There are many ways that parents can learn teaching the bible to kids and help them understand key lessons that can enhance their lives at any age.

Unanswered Prayers: Explaining God’s Seeming Silence to Teens

Unanswered prayers can lead to questions and doubts. How do you teach teens about God's answers (or apparent lack of answers) to prayer?

Sharing Jesus at Christmas: 5 Easy Ideas for Holiday Evangelism

Yes, Christians should be sharing Jesus at Christmas. But how exactly do we and our teens do that? If you need practical pointers, check out these 5 easy, results-oriented holiday evangelism tips!

Youth Christmas Parties: 14 Creative and Festive Ideas for Teens

Youth Christmas parties are filled with games, snacks, goofy gifts, and lots of laughter. Try one of these fun themes for a holiday party.

Youth Sermon Topics: A Fresh Approach to Preaching

Coming up with new youth sermon topics can be a challenge for youth leaders and pastors. How do you find fresh topics, especially when you preach weekly?

Youth Group Gift Ideas: 10 Christmas Presents for Your Team

Thoughtful youth group gift ideas show your ministry team that you care. Christmas is the perfect time to express appreciation with a gift. Check out these 10 suggestions.