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Apostolic Resolve: Why Youth Leaders Need This Today

Why is apostolic resolve so important these days? Discover insights about this often-overlooked youth ministry trait.

Keeping Kids in Church: 3 Common Traits of Youth Who Stay

Many have observed that youth church attendance drops off once teens reach college age. So what is it that sets apart the kids who stay in the church?

10 Commandments for Teens: How Young People Can Live for God

Check out these 10 commandments for teens. Young people are precious in God's sight, and he wants the best for their hearts and lives.

Serving and Thanksgiving: 9 Combo Activities for Youth Ministry

Looking for ways to combine serving and Thanksgiving with your youth group? Check out these 9 activities!

Youth Leader, Do You Want to Quit? Then Read This for Encouragement

Don't quit, youth leader! Instead, discover a fresh approach to youth ministry that will encourage you in this calling.

Turn Up the Evangelistic Thermostat!

Cranking the evangelistic heat up in your youth group starts by cranking it up in your own heart.

Loneliness Epidemic: How You Can Minister to Lonely Teens

The loneliness epidemic has escalated since the pandemic. Discover helpful insights for instilling in teens a sense of belonging.

Youth Leader, You’re Fired! 5 Lies You Hear When a Church Lets You Go

Youth leaders, don't believe these 5 lies when you're fired from a church.

Youth Group Still Matters: Discover Why It Remains So Essential

Discover why youth group remains a valuable ministry that God is using to change lives.

Moral Dilemma Questions for Teens To Consider and Debate

Moral dilemma questions help young people wrestle with ethical scenarios and fine-tune their beliefs and values. Pose these ethics scenarios to your students.

Youth Talk Tips: How to Share Powerful Messages With Teens

When giving a youth talk, keep listeners in mind. Use this simple, effective structure for giving youth messages.

Youth Ministry Needs Less of These 10 Things in the Future

For youth ministry to thrive, I think we need to see less of these 10 things. Do you agree?

Why Your Youth Group Events Must Move Beyond Fun and Games

The truth is that our events aren't supposed to be as fun as the other stuff out there. Our events are just supposed to be more meaningful.

Youth Ministry Publicity for Fall: 5 Ways to Engage in Outreach

Youth ministry publicity goes into hyperdrive in the fall. Here are five ways to promote your youth group and engage in outreach this season.

Fun in Youth Group: Can Teens Ever Have Too Much Fun at Church?

For a youth group, are fun and spiritual depth at odds? Sometimes it can feel that way. Discover a surprising answer to that question.

Essential Advice on How to Write a Bible Study

When teenagers get lost or bored during a youth Bible study, it defeats the whole point. If you're wondering how to write a Bible study that's meaningful and keeps young people engaged and interested, you've come to the right place.

Teens With Special Needs: Minister Effectively & Make a Difference

Teens who have special needs often are overlooked in churches. Use these tips to effectively minister to young people with disabilities.

Youth Group Announcements Must End: Find Out Why

Youth group announcements are a thing of the past for me. Discover why...and learn what we do instead for youth ministry publicity.

7 Simple Prayer Ideas for Daily Prayer

Learn the seven prayer ideas you see practiced consistently in Scripture when it comes to developing health in your prayer life.

Youth Leaders Need These 10 Traits for Ministry Success

Youth leaders have a challenging role, but these 10 tips can help you be effective and feel rewarded in ministry.
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UPDATE: Dr. Bryan Chapell Retires as PCA Stated Clerk ‘Effectively Immediately’

The administrative committee of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) announced on Friday, June 6, that it has accepted Dr. Bryan Chapell's request to retire as stated clerk "effectively immediately."
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Joby Martin: What Happens When Pastors Finally Understand Grace

Joby Martin joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what happens when a church leader has truly been run over by the “grace train" and understands the profound love and grace of God.

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