Author Posts Archive
More U.S. Teens Are Vaping, But&...
More U.S. Teens Are Vaping, But Use of Opioids, Alcohol Falls
More Teens Try Pot Before Booze,...
Rebellious teens used to reach for cigarettes or alcohol. Now, marijuana is increasingly their first choice, a new study reveals.
Why ‘Passing On The Faith’...
The church needs to be—a community that calls our young adults into the body, not as passive recipients, but as active members
Why Young People Leave The Church&...
How Apologetics Can Address the Six Reasons Why Young People Leave the Church
Why Many Youth Pastors Don’t Make...
I believe the following four principles capture a biblically grounded vision of what ministry to youth should entail
The Landscape Of Youth Ministry
Here are 5 ways that youth ministry has changed since 1995
Teen Loneliness
Much of our modern life leaves us less connected with people and more connected to simulations of them
How To Be A Good Grandparent Over...
4 Ways To Be A Good Grandparent Over The Holidays
The Strange Phenomenon Of L.O.L....
“Mystery” toys that kids peel open and cast aside speak volumes about consumer culture
Teachable Moments
Why the Movie “Eighth Grade” Is Great for Digital Citizenship
Helping Parents Who Have Lost A...
Book: “Cameron Cole candidly offers practical and biblical advice for those who mourn in Therefore I Have Hope
Christmas Without A Total Meltdown
7 Ways To Get to Christmas Without a Total Meltdown
20 Memorable Family Christmas...
Traditions are important for families because they provide opportunities to keep your family legacy going
America Is Addicted To Outrage
But the greatest casualty of outrage may be judgment itself
Principal On Leave After Banning...
Historically, the shape is a “J” for Jesus. The red is for the blood of Christ, and the white is a symbol…
Tumblr 18+ Content Ban Reviewed
Tumblr 18+ Content Ban Causes Rise In Pedophilia On Twitter!?
Family Meals Make For Teens Who Eat...
Teens and young adults who ate with their family more tended to eat more fruits and vegetables and less fast or takeout…
How High School Football Changes...
A single season of high school football may be enough to cause structural changes to a teen’s brain
Better Sleep Can Improve College...
As the college semester nears the end, an innovative experiment has shown the benefits of averaging eight hours of sleep for five…
Manufacturers Lack Of Labors Are...
I’m 17 years old I have more training than most 30-year-olds. When I graduate, I’ll have a job. “It feels like I’m actually…
Top Bible Verses Of 2018 Deal With...
“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I…
Flashback: How God’s Word...
The “JESUS” film has been used in 7.5 billion gospel presentations. It is the most watched movie in history
What Kids Brag About On Social...
We need to be aware of the temptation to indulge pride in front of our real and imagined online audience
Why 12 Year Olds Shouldn’t...
5 Reasons Why 12 Year Olds Shouldn’t Have Social Media
Teens’ Social Media Habits and...
Teens….express concern that these sites lead to drama and social pressure
School Blocks Chick-fil-A As Dining...
Rider understands some may view the decision as a “form of exclusion.” wanted to be “faithful to our values of inclusion.”
Sex, Love, And Science
While sex clearly belongs in this category- so does the relationship between science and faith. But first, Love
Grad Student Asked To Move Out Over...
Harvard grad student told to move out after roommates find her legally owned firearms ‘uncomfortable’
One in Five U.S. High School...
More than 20 percent of high school students use electronic cigarettes, risking nicotine addiction, lung damage and the temptation to try traditional…
Don’t Suppress Negative...
New research contradicts the commonplace advice to avoid showing conflict and strong negative emotions around one’s children. It may be better to…
What’s Hot?
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television and movies
Keeping Students Committed To...
You can’t be a serious-about-faith-and-nurture parent, youth worker, pastor, or educator and not be concerned.
Gen Z Is Coming To Your Office
The generation now entering the workforce is sober, industrious and driven by money. They are also socially awkward and timid about taking…
Makeup Brand Targets Girls Aged...
Petite ‘n Pretty: The Makeup Brand Winning Over Gen Z Influencers
Teens: Leave Us Alone Social Media...
Mostly, kids are using social media to brag and talk about their families
What Is Silent Disco All About...
Noise restrictions? Amplified sound ordinances? These are things of the past. Take back your musical freedom and throw an event anywhere your…
Silent Disco Makes Social...
Dancing alone together is a ‘perfect metaphor’ for modern society
The State Of Sacred Dialogue
a free Barna research sample of Spiritual Conversations in the Digital Age
Unleashing youth as co-participants...
5 Essentials to help unleash the passion and creativity of young people in your church
Don’t miss these holiday...
A gift for your church, your ministry, and your home
Flashback: Why Youth Ministry…...
Accurate beliefs come only from Scripture-centered ministry and spirituality.
Are Sugar-Sweetened Drinks...
According to a new study involving teen participants, sugar-sweetened beverages may be quite addictive and can lead to withdrawal symptoms when a…
Parents Should Have Ongoing Talks...
When it comes to your teens, one vague and generic conversation about sex is not enough.
What’s Hot?
A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television and movies
Canada’s Mixed Pot Message To...
Marijuana is legal now, but please don’t smoke it
More Suicide Attempts linking To &...
A survey of youths at high risk of suicide found that half had watched at least one episode of the Netflix series
Wives, Porn And Busy Church Leaders
Here’s some steps to help you grow in wise, effective pastoral care for a hurting wife
Books For Parents
Jonathan McKee is the author of over 20 books to parents, teenagers, and youth workers
Beyond Her Selfie
Teaching Your Daughter to See Beyond Her Social Media Feed
Who Is Gen Z?
In Gen Z Lab we’ve gathered thought leaders to help you understand the unique challenges facing Gen Z and equip you to…
Wolverine WILL Return?
Hugh Jackman rules out working with ‘relentless’ Ryan Reynolds for Deadpool crossover movie
U.K: Child Gambler Epidemic
Experts blame the explosion of TV advertisements for the sharp rise
Recreational Pot Is Now On Sale In...
Massachusetts residents voted to legalize the use, distribution and cultivation of recreational marijuana in a 2016 referendum
Pot Linked To Teen Psychosis
Psychosis describes the mental condition of losing touch with reality, such as experiencing hallucinations or delusions
Legal Pot And Car Crashes: Yes,...
More drivers admit to using marijuana, and it is showing up more frequently among people involved in crashes,”
Kids With Disabilities Face Many...
Children with certain types of chronic health conditions are much less likely to attend religious services —
Ohio passes ‘heartbeat bill&...
Bill heads to Senate. The proposed law would effectively ban abortions after the first six weeks of a woman’s pregnancy
Does Living Together Build A...
Is cohabitation really a smart move for couples interested in a healthy, lasting marriage?
Cohabitation On The Rise In U.S
Living together is becoming more popular than marriage for young American couples
Social Media Linked To Mental...
The first experimental study examining use of multiple platforms shows a causal link between time spent on these social media and increased…
Parents Can Curb Kids’...
Higher levels of gratitude are associated with lower levels of materialism in adolescents across a wide range of demographic groups,
Parenting My Adult Children
No matter what the age of your child you will be able to relate to this touching article
Grace First
The point is – if God was going to say one major thing to us – it is a message of love….
Juul Quits Social Media
As part of the company’s response to the FDA’s call for changes to curb underage e-cigarette use
How To Talk To Your Son About Sex
The last thing you want is for your son’s first discussions about sex to come from anyone else
Trumps Criminal Justice Reform...
Dr. Darrell Scott explains how the bipartisan First Step Act will ‘right the wrongs’ of past administrations
68% Have Quit/Taken A Break From...
She Decided To Quit Instagram This Year. Had Also Helped Create It
Teen Helped Save “The Bachelor”...
But then the teen noticed that next door, “The Bachelor” estate was in flames
More US Kids Get Paralyzing Illness...
This year, there have been 90 cases spread among 27 states
Why Do We Over-Schedule Our Kids&...
Families fret over finances for college. But all this craziness comes at a cost to parents and children
Social Media Detox For Your Teen Or...
How to host a social media detox for your teen or tween
Digital Media Is ‘Like...
Some doctors refer to behaviors resulting from overexposure to digital devices as “virtual autism.”
Alarming Number Of Teens Using...
Doctors Warn of Potentially Risky Results
Happy Childhood Memories Linked To...
Fond memories of childhood are linked to better health, less depression and fewer chronic illnesses in adulthood
Almost Half Of U.S. Births Happen...
Signaling cultural and economic shifts that are here to stay
5 Questions Parents Are Asking...
If you’re a parent of a preschooler or a parent of a college student, I’m pretty sure some of the questions we…
Leveraging Social Media To Reach...
If you want to reach parents these days, you have to have an active presence on social media
Arizona: Education Savings Accounts...
Despite Tuesday’s vote, education savings accounts are alive and well in Arizona—and have plenty of room to grow
What’s Lost When Only Rich...
The income disparity in youth athletics has effects on health and success that stretch far into adulthood
American Meritocracy Is Killing...
When these kids move to the travel team, you pull bodies out of the local town’s recreation league,
A Fortnite Guide For Parents
Fortnite is everywhere and has proven to be more than a game but rather, a cultural phenomenon
Book: How ‘Diversity Ideology’...
“The Diversity Delusion: How Race and Gender Pandering Corrupt the University and Undermine Our Culture.”
When To Leverage (And Not Leverage)...
What’s happening in culture should be important to every youth leader. Why? Because culture reflects the world our student
The Dark Side Of Kids Screens...
A dark consensus about screens and kids Begins To Emerge In Silicon Valley
Flashback: The Tech Industry’s...
How psychology is being used as a weapon against children
Parenting Lessons From The...
3 Unusual Things the Christopher Robin Movie Taught Me About Parenting
God Don’t Make junk
“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and…
God Don’t Make junk
God Don’t Make Junk
By George Lockhart
“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you,…
Navigating Emotional Teenagers
If you let your emotions lead when navigating your emotional teenager, you will likely cause them to shut down further.
The Content Behind “The Chilling...
What will young viewers see as they watch the latest rendition of “puberty meets sorcery”?
Book: Sex Matters……By...
Our culture creates a lot of confusion about sex. Honestly, sometimes it’s difficult to know who’s telling the truth
Social