Category: Youth Ministries
Cultivating a Culture of Missions Among Your Students
By the grace of God, I have stumbled into just about every good thing that has happened to me as a minister. Growing up in
How to Talk about Abortion in our Youth Groups
Since the passage of New York’s extreme laws, abortion has become a hot topic. The topic has become even more heated since the release of
Evangelism: How to Create the Culture
Let me tell you about a couple of boys named J.D. and Adam. J.D. is in ninth grade and among the smartest in his whole
5 Tips for Handling Conflict with Your Pastor
Have you ever been in a place of conflict in your ministry? Have you been in conflict with a pastor, staff member, or a church
Exposing a Culture of Bible Literacy
There is a growing problem within American evangelical churches. Our churches are becoming increasingly biblically illiterate. Bible literacy refers to the capacity for individuals to
4 Tips for Teaching Students to Read the Bible
The effects of social media and technology on the life of a teenager can be seen in almost every aspect of their lives. There is
Student-to-Student Discipleship: Why It Has to Happen
I believe strongly in the power of Christ-centered discipleship. When I entered student ministry, I felt a strong calling on my life to disciple young
Student Ghosting and Why it Hurts
Ghosting: Urban dictionary defines it as: “When a person cuts off all communication with their friends or the person they’re dating, with ZERO warning or
Teaching Teens About Sex
Finding a balance when teaching at church about sexuality is difficult. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had a youth pastor say to
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