Dancing alone together is a ‘perfect metaphor’ for modern society

a  free Barna research sample of Spiritual Conversations in the Digital Age

5 Essentials to help unleash the passion and creativity of young people in your church

A gift for your church, your ministry, and your home

Accurate beliefs come only from Scripture-centered ministry and spirituality.

According to a new study involving teen participants, sugar-sweetened beverages may be quite addictive and can lead to withdrawal symptoms when a consumer quits suddenly.

When it comes to your teens, one vague and generic conversation about sex is not enough.

A weekly listing of hot cultural items from the Internet, music, television and movies

Marijuana is legal now, but please don’t smoke it

A survey of youths at high risk of suicide found that half had watched at least one episode of the Netflix series

Here’s some steps to help you grow in wise, effective pastoral care for a hurting wife

Jonathan McKee is the author of over 20 books to parents, teenagers, and youth workers

Teaching Your Daughter to See Beyond Her Social Media Feed

In Gen Z Lab we’ve gathered thought leaders to help you understand the unique challenges facing Gen Z and equip you to lead the next generation in a post-Christian culture.

Five ways to teach on tough topics

Hugh Jackman rules out working with ‘relentless’ Ryan Reynolds for Deadpool crossover movie

Experts blame the explosion of TV advertisements for the sharp rise

Massachusetts residents voted to legalize the use, distribution and cultivation of recreational marijuana in a 2016 referendum

Psychosis describes the mental condition of losing touch with reality, such as experiencing hallucinations or delusions

More drivers admit to using marijuana, and it is showing up more frequently among people involved in crashes,”

spread the message of gratitude!

Children with certain types of chronic health conditions are much less likely to attend religious services —

Bill heads to Senate. The proposed law would effectively ban abortions after the first six weeks of a woman’s pregnancy

by Kurt Johnston

Is cohabitation really a smart move for couples interested in a healthy, lasting marriage?

Living together is becoming more popular than marriage for young American couples

The first experimental study examining use of multiple platforms shows a causal link between time spent on these social media and increased depression and loneliness

Higher levels of gratitude are associated with lower levels of materialism in adolescents across a wide range of demographic groups,

No matter what the age of your child you will be able to relate to this touching article

The point is – if God was going to say one major thing to us – it is a message of love. That’s the message of the cross

As part of the company’s response to the FDA’s call for changes to curb underage e-cigarette use

The last thing you want is for your son’s first discussions about sex to come from anyone else

Dr. Darrell Scott explains how the bipartisan First Step Act will ‘right the wrongs’ of past administrations

…..over its IPO disclosures

She Decided To Quit Instagram This Year. Had Also Helped Create It

But then the teen noticed that next door, “The Bachelor” estate was in flames

Mom Gives Perfect Response

This year, there have been 90 cases spread among 27 states

Families fret over finances for college. But all this craziness comes at a cost to parents and children

How to host a social media detox for your teen or tween

Some doctors refer to behaviors resulting from overexposure to digital devices as “virtual autism.”

Doctors Warn of Potentially Risky Results

Fond memories of childhood are linked to better health, less depression and fewer chronic illnesses in adulthood

Signaling cultural and economic shifts that are here to stay

What Are Your Conflict Blocks?

If you’re a parent of a preschooler or a parent of a college student, I’m pretty sure some of the questions we received are alive and well in your family

The Youth Culture Report

If you want to reach parents these days, you have to have an active presence on social media

Despite Tuesday’s vote, education savings accounts are alive and well in Arizona—and have plenty of room to grow

The income disparity in youth athletics has effects on health and success that stretch far into adulthood

When these kids move to the travel team, you pull bodies out of the local town’s recreation league,

Fortnite is everywhere and has proven to be more than a game but rather, a cultural phenomenon

“The Diversity Delusion: How Race and Gender Pandering Corrupt the University and Undermine Our Culture.”

What’s happening in culture should be important to every youth leader. Why? Because culture reflects the world our student

A dark consensus about screens and kids Begins To Emerge In Silicon Valley

How psychology is being used as a weapon against children

3 Unusual Things the Christopher Robin Movie Taught Me About Parenting

“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” (Psalms 139:13 ESV)

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, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” (Psalms 139:13 ESV)

Paraphrase:

God, you are the One who made me, inside and out. You put me together, piece by piece in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I…

If you let your emotions lead when navigating your emotional teenager, you will likely cause them to shut down further.

What will young viewers see as they watch the latest rendition of “puberty meets sorcery”?

Our culture creates a lot of confusion about sex. Honestly, sometimes it’s difficult to know who’s telling the truth

but there needs to be a balance of the real-world issues…beyond the fantastical and downright inappropriate

This content is not appropriate for anyone, but especially not for the teen audience it target

Marijuana use in adolescents is associated with reduced neurocognitive functioning, but when adolescents stop using the drug, their verbal learning and memory improve

Parents of teens can add “sextortion” to the list of things to worry about, because a new study shows that 5 percent of teenagers are targets of this cybercrime

Anxiety, depression and panic attacks are sending U.S. college students to mental health clinics in record numbers

If only we as Christian ladies spent as much time on beautifying our spirit as much as we spend beautifying our bodies!

But few hear the story of the condemnation that dragged him outside America to a life in chains and what he discovered after his exile. It’s an inspiring true story of this little-known early American that triumphed over injustice and changed what would bec

The Pilgrim Fathers built the cornerstone for a nation dedicated to faith, freedom, and thankfulnes

“Because I can only imagine how it would’ve went if he wasn’t armed,” “We might not be here having this interview.”

Find school, get trained, reach the youth of your city!

Here are 5 reasons why

One Nation Under God, celebrates and explains the crucial role that God has played in America’s founding and development

Teen anxiety and depression more likely in kids who don’t trust or communicate with parents

It is converted students who go on to love Jesus and serve the church.

For middle school students, witnessing school violence can be as bad as being bullied

“ cannot ignore the comprehensive reviews that indicate violent game play has a significant effect on aggressive behavior, affect, cognition and empathyacross work conducted with over 130,000 participants …

We know this is not easy, so we’ve put together a few next-step resources you can utilize.

That I am not my own, but belong with body and soul, both in life and in death, to my faithful Saviour Jesus Christ

Walt Mueller

Do you see the kid over in the corner, alone? He could likely be our next shooter. He needs a friend. He needs you. Go and talk to him, befriend him. Chances are, he won’t be easy to like, but it’s mainly because no one has tried to like him

Jesus did not remove his disciples from the world but intentionally sent them into it

Parents who are worried about their kids being materialistic can curb these tendencies by fostering gratitude for the things and people in their lives, according to new research.

The enemy delights in targeting pastors and other leaders

“I think Jack Sparrow will be his legacy. It’s the character he dresses up in to visit children in hospitals

Harassment on the platform can be uniquely cruel, and for many it feels like there’s no escape

Ask the Gen Zers what they are using. Then, develop a digital strategy that will help your church

You making an effort to show him that you support HIM will show him that he has your loyalty

After more than 20 years of marriage and family counseling, I am convinced there are only five basic languages of love

Understanding Your Teen’s Brain Can Make You a Better Parent

A celebration of digital content creators was broadcast live on YouTube

I’m sure it will be established that these girls held no active role in any established form of religious Satanism

The 11- and 12-year-old girls were Satan worshipers and were going to drink blood, eat flesh then planned to kill themselves

Yeah, I know we are supposed to love the kids…But what if they’re being a real pain?

4 Traits of a Trustworthy Leader

Ever had a busy season in your life?  I’ve found that this fall has been an extremely busy time

7 questions to help you

A wide range of Halloween toys that appeal to the whole famil….all the way up to teens and tweens

Sometimes this happens with our kids in youth group