Wouldn’t it be amazing if generosity came naturally to our teenagers? If they instinctively held their resources with open hands? The reality, though, is that today’s teenagers are growing up […]
In Jeremiah 29:11, we read “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and […]
In Matthew 28, we’re given The Great Commission. Jesus said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in […]
“Justice is what love looks like when it is lived out in public.” — Cornel West Social justice is essential today and should be lived out by teens. Scripture […]
The beauty of Jesus’ example of discipleship is how he invited his disciples into his life. They walked together, traveled together, asked questions, ate meals, saw miracles, prayed in secluded […]
Walk into any Youth Ministry across the country, and I can almost guarantee that games will be a part of the service. They happen in various forms throughout the night. […]
In a world that often says, “You deserve more,” it can be hard to teach students to say, “Thank you.” Commercials tell your students they need the latest phone or […]
I remember putting dollar bills in the offering plate as it was passed down my row of seats. Every Sunday morning, I’d be sitting with my family as we attended […]
Batman and Robin. Rachel and Monica. Woody and Buzz. David and Jonathan – the list of iconic friendships goes on and on. We love to read, watch, and hear stories […]
Hurting people hurt people. If your student has been bullied or hurt by someone, this can be a helpful perspective. In raising three daughters, I learned quickly that […]