Articles for Youth Leaders

Where a First-Time Bible Reader Should Start

How to answer when first-time Bible readers asks you where to start reading the Scriptures.

Responsibilities of Church Leaders: 10 Ways to Champion Others

Youth leaders aren't just leaders of students. We’re also the leader of leaders! These 10 responsibilities of church leaders will help build strong teams.

Missions Testimony: Presentation Tips for Maximum Impact

I love hearing how people are sharing the gospel around the world. But how do we stay focused and give a brief, powerful, effective missions testimony?

Meals for Teenage Groups: Tips and Ideas to Feed a Young Crowd

Pizza and youth ministry are synonymous, but we all reach a limit. It’s important to get creative—and stay nutritious—when it comes to planning meals for teenage groups.

Youth Discussion Topics: 7 Urgent Issues You Must Address

What are the top cultural forces teenagers face today? And how can youth ministers be sure we’re “majoring on the majors”? Read on to discover the most important youth discussion topics right now.

Hell and Brimstone: Don’t Overlook This Hot Topic in Your Ministry

Jesus talked often about the reality of hell and brimstone. He described it in exacting and terrifying detail. So youth leaders can't avoid the topic with their teens.

Youth Ministry Budget: Tips for Creating a Workable Plan

For the typical student pastor, creating a youth ministry budget likely isn’t a yearly highlight. Yet providing a healthy program of meaningful outreach and fun activities requires financial parameters.

Road Trip Games: 10 Can’t-Miss Activities for Traveling With Teens

When you need to get from here to there with a group of teenagers, try these 10 road trip games and activities. They'll make the journey as fun as the destination!