Articles for Youth Leaders

When Kids Wander Away From Faith, Parents Can Cling to 12 Truths

Wandering away from the faith was unthinkable in my Christian household, yet I eventually did so. Parents of teens and young adults who doubt or stray can embrace 12 important truths.

Evangelism Revisited: Rethinking Our Approach to Youth Ministry Outreach

Evangelism takes some practice. We'd all love to be incredibly organic and artistic in how we share our faith. But teens need some insights and practice to be everyday evangelists.

Love Lessons: What I Learn From Spending Time With Teenagers

I love spending one-on-one time with teens in my youth ministry. Being with kids and investing in them is why I serve in this role.

Students Need Adults Who Offer These Important Qualities

Students need adults who can step into their lives in specific ways. Discover what to look for in youth ministry volunteers.

Life Formula Is Not the Answer, So Use Wisdom and Discernment

A life formula doesn't work in the real world. And you can't turn the Bible into a formula either. Learn why.

Regret About Transitioning: When Trans Teens Have Second Thoughts

Regret can be devastating, especially for teenagers who wish they hadn't rushed into transitioning their gender.

Missions Should Be Flipped: A New Perspective on Youth Mission Trips

Mission trips are an amazing idea, what we do (or not do) with them matters. Discover how to flip missions upside-down!

Texting Tops Talking for Teens: What’s Our Response as Youth Ministers?

Texting is king for today's teens. What does that mean for youth ministry and how we interact with students?