Lately I’ve noticed a growing alarm about anxiety in our culture. It seems to be wreaking havoc in our live
Government Taking Away The Basic Rights Of Parents?
Parents succeeded in halting a rule that would have allowed K-12 to self-identify as a gender or race w/out consent of parents
Every 2 New Immigrants To The US Brings 7 Relatives
“Chain Migration.” Previously unreleased data from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reveals the number of foreign relatives
8 Assumptions You Can't Make In A Post-Christian Culture
The so-called Christian culture is going… going… gone. We need to get ready for what’s next
The Art Of Connecting With Fringe Kids
For some this comes easy. For others though it is an anxiety inducing event. Here are a few ideas to get you thinking about ways
The Most Downloaded Apple apps Of 2017
…at No. 1 on Apple’s annual list of the most downloaded free iTunes apps of the year, followed by…
Teachable Doctrines Of The Faith
52 gospel centered questions and answers. Also devotional book and curriculum book for developing Christian beliefs in a child’s heart and mind.
Does Your Kid Have A Phone? Cell Phone Contract
What you need to do before and after you give your kid a phone
18% Of Teens Read Their Bibles...Falls Creek Surveys
Approximately 2,800 students participated in the surveys
Cultural Influence: Falls Creek Surveys
In the summer of 2017, just under 2,800 students participated in the surveys
Planning For Exceptions In Parenting
Just because our lives are filled with the unexpected doesn’t mean we have to be surprised
Imposing Our Ideas Of Jesus
Have you sought the true Christ behind Christmas this season, God incarnate who came down to earth and dwelt among us?
Research: Do You Have Mean Girls Or Mean Boys?
I want to hear from as many young people as possible on this issue, asking them questions
Biggest Spiritual Influencers On Your Child...Values
Aristotle: “When we hear music, our very soul is altered.”
10-Yr Old Girl Commits Suicide After Bullying Incident Posted
“Bullycide.” The term is used when someone takes his or her own life because of bullying
18-Year-Old Admitting To Molesting Over 50 Kids: Police
Since the age of 10, Joseph Hayden Boston had molested dozens of other children in different cities where he’s lived
UK: 1 In 10 Babies Are Born To Parents Who Live Apart
Parents living at two addresses has more than doubled in the past 30 years, from 4.2 % to 10.3 %
Disney Channel to Feature LGBTQ Storyline In 'Andi Mack'
Disney Channel to Feature LGBTQ Storyline in the New Season of ‘Andi Mack’
Disney 'First Boy Princess' In 'Star vs. The Forces Of Evil'
HuffPost “could be incredibly influential for kids who are soaking up social cues about what it means to be a boy or a girl.”
Use Numbers To Check The Health Of Your Youth Ministry
What if we thought about what percentage of your students are really being?
Fllasback: Let’s Be Honest, Numbers Matter
Here is my opinion and things I need to remind myself as a leader:
Why Your Youth Ministry Numbers Are Seen As Success
Do you ever get tired of people always asking about numbers in your ministry?
Why Your Youth Ministry Numbers Matter
The fact is, numbers in your Youth Ministry are an inescapable reality. You must deal with them
Help Kids Take A Stand Against Unconscionable Songs
Just because a song exists or is topping the charts doesn’t mean young people have to be subjected to it
Smartphone Addiction Creates Imbalance In Brain
The addicted teenagers had significantly higher scores in depression, anxiety, insomnia severity and impulsivity
Judge Issued Ruling On Students Racist Instagram Post
…however vile the posts were, they were protected as free speech and so was “liking” and commenting on them.
When A Teen Hangs With The Wrong Crowd
So, basically, having no friends sucks and having bad friends can screw things up, but having good friends rocks
When Is The Right Time To Give A Kid Their First Phone
Movement calls on parents not to give their children smartphones until 8th grade
4 Ways To Fight Anxiety
Feeling anxious is not only a valid emotion, but rooted in our fear, uncertainty, and insecurities to be a great youth pastor
4 Topics You Should Teach On Every Year
Here are some recommendations in each of the following 4 areas
Faith & Feeling: For the Kid Who Doesn’t Feel God
l God’s presence, does it mean that I don’t believe?”
Doug Fields: Understanding Relational Ministry
Great for volunteer training. Give DYMU a try for FREE? We’ll give you access to a session from YM101.
Raising A Future Adult...Not A Kid
Don’t be sad as each phase passes…celebrate where they’ve been, and cast vision for where they’re going
Soul Provider
Youth Doing Ministry…. Youth groups please help out Ashley as she helps out children in Ghana Africa
Soul Provider
Soul Provider
Youth Doing Ministry
I believe that it’s our desire as youth workers to see and encourage our students to do ministry. As Timothy Eldred says we want to see “youth in ministry.” Recently one of our students revealed to us a burden that God has placed on her heart.
I would like to encourage parents and youth workers to…
The Bible vs Reality And Moral Truth
Teens “Do you read your bible daily?” only 18% answered yes. 58% said they read their Bible at least once a month
Book: Dare 2 Share. Equip Youth To Share Their Faith
Learn how to intentionally engage others in real, give-and-take dialogue and invite them into the most life-changing relationship they’ll ever experience
Teens Are Key To Addressing India’s Teenage Problems
India has 253 million adolescents, equivalent to the combined populations of Japan, Germany and Spain
Teen Raising Awareness Through Christmas Card Request
He is trying to break a world record of 700,000 Christmas cards sent to his house, to raise awareness for organ donation
9th Grader Wanted In Connection With Grandma's Death
Ninth-grader wanted in connection with grandmother’s death detained trying to enter Canada
Teens’ Painkiller Misuse Linked To Dating Violence
Teens who abuse prescription drugs, like opioid painkillers, are prone to initiating or being victims of dating violence, a new study finds
Flies Carry More Dangerous Bacteria Than Thought
The house fly, which is ubiquitous around the world, was found to harbour 351 types of bacteria
Iceland Knows How To Stop Teen Substance Abuse
State funding for organised sport and other clubs has increased in Iceland to give kids new ways to feel like part of a group
Volunteer Affirmation
Encouragement is like a breath of fresh air. We just don’t hear much encouragement or receive a lot of recognition these days. Be the one to breathe joy and affirmation into your ministry team’s lungs
Steam Video Games Promotes Sexual Violence
The sexually violent content of these types of video games has affected the behavior some individuals in the video game community
View The Bibles That Came Over On The Mayflower
The Museum of Bible 8-story, $500 million museum features artifacts, exhibits and a Christian-themed musical
7 Reasons To Be Thankful In Youth Ministry
The final weeks of the year feel very much like the final stretch of a marathon
How To Help Kids Through Changes In Church Leadership
The truth is, no matter how big or small, change can be hard, but change is a reality for our kids as they grow and mature.
U.K: Hilarious What A teen Puts On Her Driving Licence
Officials at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency failed to spot Eve Paterson’s mistake when she applied for an updated licence
Rise In Teen Suicide, Social Media Coincide; Is There link?
An increase in teen suicide rates occurred at the same time social media use surged and a new analysis suggests there may be a link
Germany Bans Children's Smart Watches With Listening app
The agency said parents have been using watches marketed to children between the ages of 5 and 12 to monitor teachers
Shoppers Are Still Paying Off Debt From Last Christmas
Millennials are the worst culprits here: 24 percent still haven’t paid off credit card debt incurred during the 2016 shopping season, while 16 percent of Gen-Xers haven’t and only 8 percent of boomers haven’t.
Neighborhood Quality May Impact Child’s Behavior
A new study finds that the quality of a child’s neighborhood may have significant and long-term effects on his or her behavior through the teen years.
3 Phrases To Diffuse Potential Arguments With Teens
“Don’t argue and don’t fight with your kids.” It’s difficult to mentor and lead if your fighting and arguing all the time
Dynamics Of Domestic Violence
Approximately 20 people per minute are abused physically by an intimate partner during their lifetime.
Possible "Conflict Of Visions" You And Your Senior Pastor
Does The Vision Of Your Ministry Line Up With Your Senior Pastor?
Communicating Like A Social Media Pro
How many hours do you put into managing your social media accounts?
3 Ways To Get Students To Read Their Bibles
According to Ed Stetzer, “only 45 percent of those who regularly attend church read the Bible more than once a week.”
Parent Guides: Your New Best Friend
Talking about issues…with teens can be scary and complicated. But it doesn’t have to be
A Dangerous New Twist on Cyberbullying
A new study warns of a strange twist in which kids anonymously post hurtful messages
'Social media suicide' in spotlight after Japan 'Twitter killer'
Japan has the highest suicide rate of any Group of Seven (G7) industrialised nation, with more than 20,000 people taking their own lives each year.
Why Kids Need Exegetical Bible Teaching For The Long Haul
“If anyone asks you how your ministry is doing, always reply with this: ‘I’ll tell you in ten years how my ministry is doing right now.’”
6 Reasons Youth Pastors Leave Youth Ministry
The one thing these six can lead to that will ultimately cause you to walk away
Evangelism In Youth Ministry
5 Reasons why you need to make evangelism a serious priority in your youth ministry right away
Parenting Out Of Weakness
How Parenting Out of Weakness can Strengthen your Relationship With Your Teen
What Parents Can Do To Stop Sexual Harassment
Misogyny and harassment happen everywhere — including in our schools and among our children
YouTube’s Users Now Watch 100 Million Hours Per Day
Every day, YouTube users watch 100 million hours of its content on TV sets, through smart TVs and devices like video game consoles and internet-connected set-top boxes.
Why Some Teens Less Likely To Meet With Success
Teens who are dependent on marijuana and alcohol are less likely to marry, go to college, or work full time
The worrisome effects of teenage smartphone addiction
Psychologists are worried about the effects of the smartphone on our kids
Participate In Harvard Survey On Students Digital Lives
The Harvard Graduate School of Education are looking for your opinions on issues related to students digital lives
Teen Smoking Pot Down
That’s the finding of a new study that tracked more than 1 million teens from 1991 to 2016
10 Reasons Teenagers Are More Anxious Than Ever
We’ve created an environment that fosters anxiety rather than resilience.