Articles for Youth Leaders

Letter to Graduating Senior High School Students: Celebrate & Encourage Your Grads

A letter to graduating senior high school students is a great way to honor your youth group members. Here's a sample message you can adapt.

Preteen Activities: 4 Cool Games About Sharing God’s Word

Preteen activities and games are great for engaging kids with one another and with the Bible. Check out these 4 icy-cool games for kids!

Popularity: How to Help Preteens Redefine the Standards

Popularity is a hot topic for preteens. But it’s time to redefine preteen popularity rules. Learn how to do that with kids in your ministry.

Media Influence: How Hollywood Has Hijacked Our Minds

Want to learn more about media influence, especially on today's young people? Discover one youth pastor's take on the pressures wielded by culture.

Bible Activities for Preteens: 3 Easy, Effective Devotions Kids Will Love

These 3 Bible activities will teach preteens about being thirsty for Jesus, obeying God, and their God-given purpose.

Sex Is Not Sexy: Help Young People Value the True Purpose of Sex

Sex is not sexy. The physical act will never satisfy you once and for all. Learn how to help young people understand God's true purpose behind the gift of sex.

The Next Great Awakening: 3 Signs That Revival Has (Already) Begun

Wondering about the next Great Awakening and when it will occur? Read on for insights about renewal and signs of revival. Hint: It's already underway!

How to Remove a Ministry Volunteer: Tips for a Tough Topic

Youth ministry expert Doug Fields shares important tips about how to remove a ministry volunteer -- a difficult but sometimes necessary task.