Tag Archive for youth ministry
10 Big, Biblical Reasons Teens Should...
Clearly a Biblically comprehensive case against smoking weed
Youth Ministry Hazard
We’re susceptible to the hazard of emotional affairs for many reasons
How To Use Your Head To Guard Your Heart
A 3(D) Guide To Making Wise Media Choices – 10 Pack
How To Pass Your Faith To Your Kids
God specifically places the responsibility for nurturing a child’s spiritual development on parents — not the church!
Getting Students Back Into Youth Group
4 tips for getting students to come back when they haven’t been in awhile
Helpful….. New Free Resources By...
We have posted some really helpful free resources in the last month or two. I wanted to highlight a few in case…
The #1 Surprising Thing Your Church...
Gen Z is upon us and if we confuse these students with Millennials we’re going to miss out on connecting with them…
Teen Pregnancy Rates Drop As Government...
Study: budget cuts to sex education classes may have contributed to lower rates of teenage pregnancy in England
4 Questions To Ask About Your Ministry...
But as leaders we need to get used to knowing that every decision you make isn’t going to please everyone… and that’s…
Catch Them Doing It Right
We realized that a lot of teachers, much like many parents, were so programmed to correct kids behavior that they had…
Pregnant Christian Teen Banned From...
But there’s another value that’s gone unnoticed in all of this. That’s the value that effects the child
How To Deal With College Debt
7 in 10 College students graduate with an average of $40,000 in debt
13 Reasons Why … There is Hope
This may be a GREAT video to rip and play for your students who are struggling. With all of the 13 Reasons…
How To Evaluate Your Youth Ministry
Summer offers a good time for evaluation
THE REALITIES OF BEING A WOMAN IN...
“I think I want to be a Youth Pastor,” My parents were quiet a moment and said, “That’s great. You just need…
3 Leadership Hats You’ll Need To...
Does your church website have an online volunteer sign up process? Do you text your volunteers to stay in touch?…
Free 7-week Parenting Curriculum…...
7 videos, each one seeding conversation about the 7 vital changes I’d make
How To Help Parents Set Good Boundaries...
“My 16-year-old wants Instagram and I won’t let her have it. Is that bad?”
13 Pastor Mistakes That Hinder Growth
Fix these mistakes and watch what happens
How To Have Tough Conversations Where...
Speak truth in love and graciousness, and still have those students feel like they want to come back after that conversation is…
Are We Forcing Our Youth Out Of Church?
Besides the moments in ministry where I have gone and put my foot in my mouth…
21 Fun Things To Do With Kids This...
Have you made a bucket list for your summer activities yet? I’m sure you’ll find fun things to do with kids on…
10 Trends That Will Reshape Youth...
“a fantastic and thought-provoking post”
More Than The Sex Talk….4 Ways To...
Many things aren’t the way they used to be and yet some things are as they have always been.
So it is…
Cyrus Change: Younger Generation Needs...
Cyrus added that as she gets older, she understands the effect music has on the world.
“Distracted” Parent….Put Your...
Avoid Being a “Distracted” or “Annoying” Parent
Ashley Graham On Why She Chose To...
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie Ashley Graham didn’t always have it easy when it came to love.
Youth Ministry’s Deadliest...
Suicide is the #3 killer for kids ages 10-14, and #2 for ages 15-24. Chances are,…
The Need for a Team in Your Ministry
While I have always realized the need for a team in my ministry, I have struggled a lot to hand things over…
3 Powerful Ways to Maximize Your Summer...
Students are already in summer mode. Are you ready for them?
Islams View Of Homosexuality
There are a number of passages within both the Koran and Hadiths that address homosexuality Islam goes beyond merely disapproving of homosexuality…
Awana: Youth Ministry Apologetics...
We collected questions about the new Journey Advocates curriculum and sat down with Steve Kozak, Director of Awana Youth Ministries, and asked…
From Graduation To Transformation
Intentionality is key. As students embark on the life-changing transition into university life, youth workers will do well in walking with them…
“Building A Year Long Event Strategy...
Notes: This You Lead pre-Orange Conference breakout sessions was lead by Ashley Bohinc
Finding Motivation When It’s Gone
Maybe you have been there before…So, what do you do? How do you find motivation when it is gone? Here is what…
College Students May Forget Class...
Forgetting content from a stressful math class may be one way to protect an individual’s belief that they are good at math
3 Lessons From “Over The Hill&...
“Over the Hill” youth workers have learned that the little hills will trip up a ministry repeatedly, until they grow into a…
The Blockbusters Of 2017 (Part 1)
Summer’s Biggest Movies…and the Themes in Them
Book: Spiritual Parenting
This book has been the most useful in understanding how to incorporate faith into the nitty-gritty everyday moments of life within the…
#War: Setting Captives Free
We are key players in a “spiritual war” that’s focused on young people. We can, and must, play a strategic role in…
7 Traits of the BEST Student Pastors
Great student pastors are leaders, not event planners with theological degrees. And the best are servant leaders
Census: More Americans 18-to-34 Now Live...
“There are now more young people living with their parents than in any other arrangement,”
Creating A Culture Of Discipleship
“I was too focused on creating a culture of fun, rather than a culture of transformation.”
13 Reasons To NOT Recommend 13 Reasons...
Nevertheless, there are a LOT of good conversations that can occur if this show is watched in the right environment
13 Reasons…..Why Looking For True...
Walt Mueller: Since watching “13 Reasons Why,” I’ve been thinking about how to best respond
Comparison: A Dangerous Word For Youth...
It is easy to jump on Instagram, Facebook or even hear about another church’s youth ministry event from your students and begin…
20 Questions To Connect With New...
Here are a few things to remember about these questions…
Flashback: 20 Myths About A Great Youth...
These myths may be preventing many “real” potential Youth Workers from serving in Youth Ministry
Adulthood Passage Rituals Can Create...
The most effective youth ministries employ such things as retreats and mission trips to help youth journey toward a mature faith
Danger In The Front Seat
3 Major Mistakes Young People Make Behind the Wheel
Pope Warns Against ‘False’...
Don’t let yourselves be led astray by this false image of reality! Be the protagonists of your history; decide your own future
Equip Parents/Grandparents To Be...
There comes a point when their children/grandchildren need to learn to grow in their own walk with Jesus; they can not just…
What Your Ministry Needs To Build...
We all want our ministry to grow. We want to see teens bringing their friends, and growing deeper in their faith.
Book: Owning Faith
Reimagining the Role of Church and Family in the Faith Journey of Teenagers
What Do You Do With The Barna State Of...
As I read it 3 responses jump out at me. Here is some of the data and a few important ways to…
Book: Venti Jesus Please
Listen in on their real conversation as teens talk about life, God, and relationships.
A clear gospel message for today’s teens
How To Kill “Youth Group Drama&...
I’ve been hearing it more and more as I talk to youth leaders across the nation
7 Things Youth Need From Their Parents...
Parents, you are painting a portrait of God for your children every day….And when your children
5 Ways To Retain Juniors And Seniors
The number one thing you need to do is connect students to God!
Book: Are Your Kids On Track
The goal is to break down 4 emotional, 4 social and 4 spiritual milestones
Emergency Trip Bag
Years of youth ministry has taught me to be like a boy scout on trips: always prepared!
Book: Do Not Go In There
5 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me When I Started Ministry
Social Media & Teens
Social Media & Teens: Understanding Digital Natives, Pt. 1
10 Facts About Date Rape
Every 2 minutes “ANOTHER AMERICAN IS SEXUALLY ASSAULTED” according (RAINN), and 44% of the victims are under 18
Why We Choose To Lead As My FamilyY
I choose to lead with my wife and family, when I lead my ministry, especially in the area of family and parent…
Social