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10 Minute Worship Ideas Add Variety to Your Middle School Ministry

Middle school students often thrive on competition and social atmospheres. So the challenge of 10 minute worship ideas goes over really well.

Youth Lessons on Sin: How to Answer Kids’ Sticky Questions

Teenagers ask tough questions, which makes youth ministry immensely rewarding yet also challenging. Lately I've felt especially challenged when teaching youth lessons on sin

Late Pickup: How to Handle Tardy Parents at Ministry Events

In your youth ministry, how do you handle late pickup by parents? Check out these suggestions for that tricky but common dilemma.

Night Games for Youth: Light Up Your Next Teen Gathering

Youth group games provide loads of laughs, help teens bond, and can even yield important lessons. When you’re meeting in the evening, break out some fun, fast-paced night games for youth.

Cliques in Church Youth Groups: 7 Steps to Include All Teens

Cliques are the enemy of healthy community and faith growth. Use these 7 steps to avoid cliques in church youth groups.

The Failure of Youth Ministry (And How To Fix It!)

Youth ministry is broken and needs fixed. By God’s grace, we can and through his “divine power”, we will.

Youth Ministry Statistics Show Signs of Hope, Need for Revival

Don't be discouraged about youth ministry statistics and challenges. Instead, prepare for revival and equip students to share the Gospel!

Youth Ministry Is Serious Business, So Please Pay Attention, Pastors

If you're a pastor, youth leader or parent, please take youth ministry and teenagers seriously. The right kind of youth ministry is necessary now more than ever.

How Teen Vaping, Alcohol Use and Drug Abuse Get Crushed by the Cross

What is the answer to teen drug use? The Gospel. What’s the answer to vaping and alcohol abuse? The Gospel. What’s the answer to your struggles and mine? The Gospel.

This Is Your Brain on Porn

A popular ad campaign in the 1980s called "This Is Your Brain on Drugs" was effective in showing us the dangers of drug use. I wish there was something like that we could show to adolescents about porn.

Youth Group Conversation Starters: 35 Topics to Get Teens Talking

The ability to facilitate deeper relationships is a core skill in youth ministry. Deeper relationships typically begin with conversations, so leaders must learn to initiate them. That’s why we love lists of youth group conversation starters.

Youth Ministry Is Being Reshaped by These 10 Important Trends

What will youth ministry look like in the years to come? Here are 10 predictions about trends for the field of student ministry.

Combat Porn: Heed This Helpful Advice From Anti-Porn Advocates

Unfortunately, parents and youth leaders in the digital age must be aware of the need to combat porn. That's because it's prevalent online and on teenagers' phones.

Is Youth Ministry a BIG Strategic Focus in Your Church? It Should Be!

Youth ministry is often dismissed as something less than strategic in far too many churches.

Youth Lessons on Relationships: 9 Ministry Resources for Teens

Because relationships are such a big part of adolescence, youth lessons on relationships are always needed. From friendships to romantic pairings to a relationship with God, teens have relationships on the brain—and heart.

7 Signs of Unchecked Arrogance in Young Leaders

If you're one of these young leaders, be aware of these problematic signs of unchecked arrogance. Make sure you check your heart!

Youth Ministry Volunteers: How to Find and Keep Valuable Teammates

Youth ministry volunteers are the lifeblood of a working program. Whether they're leading a small group or in charge of donuts, these ministry teammates are essential. Learn how to find and keep them!

Questions About Gaming Culture and Social Media for Kids of All Ages

Christians need to ponder some important questions about gaming culture and social media.

Taking Care of the Introverts in Your Youth Ministry

One-third to one-half of the students in our youth ministries are introverts. And in my ministry experiences, three-quarters of our programs and ideas nurture the extroverted nature.

How to Disciple a Teenager: 6 Helpful Resources for Faith Development

I'm often asked how to disciple a teenager. So I've compiled a helpful list of faith discipleship resources for youth leaders and parents.
Anya Lee

‘I Was Gone’—Christian Musician Anya Lee Releases New Music Inspired by...

God spared the life of pastor's kid and Christian musician Anya Lee, so now she is dedicating her life to sharing the gospel through music.
Joby Martin

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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