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Lone Youth Pastor? Consider Cooperative Youth Ministry

A lone youth worker tends to feel desperate. So discover insights about using cooperative leadership in youth ministry.

Stupid Questions: 93 Goofy Icebreaker Ideas for Teens

Stupid questions are ideal when life gets serious or boring. Add laughter to youth group with these silly icebreakers.

Love Church? If Not, You Won’t Accomplish Anything in Youth Ministry

Do you love church? Love should motivate me to be at my best as I serve in youth ministry.

Bible Study on Thankfulness: Explore Gratitude With Your Teens

A Bible study on thankfulness helps young people discover the many reasons to express gratitude to God. Check out these resources for youth groups!

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.

Characteristics of Jesus: 10 Traits for His Followers to Emulate

What characteristics of Jesus can his followers try to emulate? Here's a list of 10 traits of Jesus that everyone should try to follow.

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.

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: Ethics Considerations for Teens

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 Pastors Can Start Fresh and Have Purpose: Learn How

Youth pastors often crave renewal. If that sounds familiar, read one youth minister's important insights.

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.

Phil McGraw and Ed Young Discuss God’s Calling, Parenting and the...

Dr. Phil McGraw recently spoke at Pastor Ed Young’s Fellowship Church, where McGraw shared his thoughts on topics including parenting, envy, and the importance of the church to society.

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