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18 Tips That Make Amazing Creative Meetings

Stephen Brewster shares practical insights into leading great meetings.

What Changes Would a New Youth Pastor Make at Your Church?

"The sacred cow in your ministry may need to be killed," says Josh Griffin.

5 Attitudes to Look for in Youth Workers

"While certain youth ministry “skills” are good, a certain mindset, or attitude(s) is/are arguably much more important," says Kurt Johnston.

Why You Should Address Risky Behavior on Your Team

What do you do as a youth leader if you witness risky behavior in your youth ministry team?

3 Ways to Fight Church Gossip

Josh Griffin gives three practical ways to fight gossip in your ministry.

5 Tips To Maximize Your Day of Rest

"Leaders are in need of rest," says Doug Fields. Here are five tips to make the most of it.

7 Words You Never Want to Hear

Josh Griffin reveals a phrase he never wants to hear again.

Is it Wrong to Question Your Senior Pastor?

The pulpit does not make pastors infallible.

How to Deal With Disruptive Students

"When it comes to dealing with disruptive students we try to be as subtle as possible," says Chris Wesley.

How to Kill the Sacred Cow in Your Ministry

Chris Wesley offers a step-by-step guide for getting rid of the sacred cows in your youth ministry.

Is Balance Attainable in Youth Ministry?

Kurt Johnston suggests that life is messy and doesn’t lend itself to boxes, balance, and margin.

10 Things That Will Get You Fired

Len Evans lists ten things that will get you fired...right now!

Do You Measure Success By The Numbers?

Do numbers ultimately define success or failure?

Should Recent Graduates Serve in Youth Ministry?

Geoff Stewart asks the question, "Should recent graduates serve in youth ministry?"

Do You Know Your Job Description?

Are youth workers being hurt because of their inability to say no?

4 Myths About Teaching Apologetics in Youth Ministry

Do you teach teenagers apologetics in your youth ministry?

The New Face of Marriage and Family

"Now “living together” trumps marriage," says Jonathan McKee and David Smith.

The Difference Between Gimmicks and Entertainment

Entertainment is a part of what we do in ministry. Gimmicks are Different.

Do You Know Your Signs of Spiritual Emptiness?

Doug Fields lists the warning signs for his own spiritual emptiness.

5 Reasons Why Your Leadership Might be Manipulative

Rachel Blom helps you guard your leadership from manipulation.

Sean Feucht, Eric Metaxas, and Russell Johnson Set To Lead ‘United...

On Thursday (April 25), political activist Sean Feucht will lead a “United for Israel March” at Columbia University alongside author Eric Metaxas and Pastor Russell Johnson of The Pursuit Church in Seattle, Washington.

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your...

Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings.

Articles for Youth Leaders