Well, how in the world did a Christian mom send her 15-year-old son through the streets of Rome past public orgies in order to bring back bread? Somehow, Christian parents had to be faithful in Rome, and Israel’s parents had to be faithful in Canaan

Why is marriage in retreat among young Americans? Because it is now much easier for men to find sexual satisfaction outside marriage, argues Mark Regnerus

So how can the next generation move toward maturity? Here are six basic steps to help the next generation

Nearly half of US teens report being online on a near constant basis, according to a new report from the Pew Research Center.

These were wonderful words of wisdom about marriage and the kind of person you really want to marry. There’s Just One Way to Marry the…

When Kids Cut Themselves Seventeen-year-old Lauren was despondent over breaking up with her boyfriend. She had never known pain so deep and lingering. She tried…

Fewer high school students are drinking, having sex and using drugs… but still “leaves room for concern.”

When believers approach their individual involvement and commitment in a casual manner it weakens the entire body of Christ and the impact we are called to have

You’re doing it all just for the attention of that one person

Last summer I left that church to take another. I swore to myself that I wouldn’t interfere with my successor’s ministry

It never fails, right? Summer shows up, and with it, our kids’ ability to be entertained for longer than five minutes at a time

Even though technology allows us to do more in less time, it does not always foster learning

How to raise mentally healthy children in today’s environment

The star used his time on stage to share some advice with fans that included references to his faith

The “Overboard” actress recently admitted that the former couple’s social media presence added to the pressure after their breakup.

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Even if you have your plans made here are 20 hacks you could still use to enhance your time away…

4 Strategies to Build on the Youth Camp, Conference or Retreat Experience

The World Health Organization thinks so – but some mental health experts strongly disagree

Ten Challenges Reshaping Christianity in the 21st Century”

smartphone’s…endless stream of distractions may be causing more harm than good.

How can we maintain that tender balance between grace and truth that marked the life and ministry of our Savior, and must mark His bride, the Church?

One in four U.S. high school seniors would try marijuana or use it more often if it was legal, and that rate, the highest in the 43-year history of the Monitoring the Future survey, likely reflects growing pot legalization in the U.S.

Next year, people around the world will spend more time online than they do watching TV, according to new data from measurement company Zenith.

Greater amounts of daily screen time are associated with more insomnia symptoms and shorter sleep duration among adolescents.

Blog posts to help you with all things camp…

And, if Camp is the most important event of our summer, those games need to be next-level. How can I ramp up our summer camp game hosting skills?

However, the generation’s favorite brands may not be what you’d guess.

The Causes of Growing Anxiety in Today’s Kids

Why Gen Z Is Not Prepared To Follow Jesus In A Post-Everything World

Ten Ways “Grown-up” Christians Can Set a Better Example for Gen Z on Social Media

The risks and helping your child recover

Personal achievement, whether educational or professional (43%), and hobbies and pastimes (42%) are the things most central to Gen Z’s identity.

The epidemic of denial about sexual abuse in the evangelical church

The skills of getting into college undermine the confidence to thrive once there

There’s been a sharp spike in cases of major depression among teens and millennials

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

Teens who were more invested in their selfies, spending more time choosing a photo or editing it, were more dissatisfied with their bodies.

15% of young people self-harm. 34% begin between the ages of 17 and 20, can start as young as 12 or even younger

For the first time in over 3 decades I don’t have “youth” in my title. I feel weird.

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5 Tips to keep in mind to make the transition as smooth as possible.

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Why Is This So Hard?

Only 13 percent of American nones say religion is “very important” in their lives; only 14 percent of Western European Christians say the same.

For the ninth year in a row, Nielsen has conducted extensive research into how Americans feel about—and consume—gaming.

Failure to communicate = a failure to minister

If you desire to have a Youth Ministry that has any real significant influence, you will have to do well at partnering with parents

7 Secrets to Getting More Students to Sign Up for Your Youth Events

It is always amazing to me that God created physical intimacy in such a way to provide a deep connection with your spouse

In an analysis of nationwide surveys from between 20014 and 2014, researchers have found that pot is increasingly replacing cigarettes and alcohol as the first drug of choice among young Americans.

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

Experiencing physical or sexual abuse, migration, cannabis consumption, or problematic alcohol use as a child or teen leads to a higher risk of becoming a violently aggressive adult.

10 Things I usually do when we play on trips

Some things in life and ministry that are certain, conflict is one of them. It’s important to learn how to handle them

Max, age 13, is agender — neither male nor female. When referring to Max, you don’t use “he” or “she;” you use “they.”

#NationalDoughnutDay is June 1

Download and cut out the tags we’ve created to let the people your family appreciates

Here is game to help you celebrate this week with your youth group

Helping You Understand the Times and Know How to Respond

Much to celebrate about the work of the Church in the UK. But how are churches perceived by non-churchgoers?

Teach your kids Bible stories in the context of your family’s situations. Nothing makes the Bible more clear than real life applications

The game allowed players to simulate a school shooting by taking the role of the shooter

Church of England taps Amazon device to spread Christian message

Freeing the Church from Western Cultural Captivity

Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God. Psalm 20:7

Now What?

When the class of 2018 heads into their future there will a be a big hole in our youth ministries

Making Spiritual Conversations Normal At Home

New ride-sharing service looks to after-school market

Like so many couples, they have found themselves in a place they never expected to be and now they’re starting the process of rebuilding trust

The largest study of its kind found teens who were exposed to more junk food advertising consumed more unhealthy foods every week.

Adolescents who are naturally inclined to stay up late at night are more likely to suffer from insomnia as well as behavioral and emotional problems than their peers who prefer an earlier bedtime

My initial reaction to Season 2 as I was just a few episodes in was this: “They should have put this thing to rest last year.” Of course, many b

Increases in depression and suicide appeared among teens in 2012 – the same time smartphone ownership became the norm

More than one third (34%) of kids aged 6-17 consider social media stars* to be among their top role models, outranking the influence of musicians (33%), athletes (27%), actors (22%) and even the President (16%)

Youth aged 12-21 dramatically increased first-time consumption of marijuana a over alcohol and tobacco.

I’m a daughter who just graduated from her teens last year. What I do know is that my mother wanted a strong relationship with me, and she worked and prayed persistently to get it.

“And we wonder why our young adults are currently being diagnosed with depression and anxiety at staggering and unheard-of rates.”

In this new video, Paul Tripp—pastor, author, gives a word to parents seeking to shepherd the hearts of their children

There are jobs available even for those with a poor work history like you. Get one – you have to work!

There, doctors recorded her issues: cough, difficulty breathing that was worsening by the minute, and sudden stabbing pains in the chest

A car crash into the side of the high school … or the greatest senior prank ever?

He created a fake website that looked identical to the school’s and then sent emails to teachers in an attempt to get them to sign into his fake site

There were 156,365 calls to poison control centers for people under 20 who were improperly exposed to ADHD medication

The rapper took to take on the idea of consumerism, sharing a documentary named The Century of the Self

It offers a unique opportunity that can be leveraged for impact when approached as an opportunity

The Gospel in the Center webcast is perfect for ministry team building,  and personal development you won’t want to miss

Youth Ministry’s Historical Temptation to Compromise on Biblical Truth

You need to be informed about this series (whether their own teens watch it or not) because the kids will be talking about it.

A recent study asked 630 Canadian men ages 15 to 29 to identify the values they thought all guys should embody

The Culprits and Impact of Image-Related Insults

Raising a confident, self-assured daughter who is comfortable with her body is not an easy thing to do these days

The Chinese mini-music-video social network Douyin was the most downloaded iOS app in the first quarter of 2018

The teen accused of killing 10 people in a mass shooting at his Texas high school

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

Parents should be mindful of how much time their children are spending in extracurricular activitie

Progress made in limiting kids’ exposure to secondhand smoke could be undermined by the increasing popularity of smoking marijuana among parent

A robot helped a sick high school senior experience graduation from the hospital

Engage Your Preteens Before They Check Out. A comprehensive strategy for engaging preteens well before they make the transition