Helping Students Discern Truth
We live in a world where truth often feels blurry. Headlines shift, opinions get louder than facts, and “your truth” and “my truth” sometimes seem to matter more than the […]
Teenagers
How to Approach Family Conflict and Support Students from Troubled Homes
Family conflict is one of the most common and most painful realities that students bring with them into youth ministry. Behind the laughter, the group games, and the worship nights, […]
Equipping Teens To Stand Firm
Parenting teens in today’s world can feel overwhelming, but you are not alone. God has entrusted you with a sacred task, and He equips those He calls. You don’t have […]
Empathy and Compassion—Teaching Teens to Walk in Others’ Shoes
When was the last time you really tried to understand how someone else was feeling, not just from your point of view, but from theirs? In a world filled with […]
How to Discuss God’s Design for Relationships and Dating with Your Teen
The dating culture in today’s society is broken, to say the least. Media, peer pressure, and societal norms are shaping young minds and defining relationships for them. They need you […]
Finding Your Youth Ministry’s Unique Identity and Style
Every Youth Ministry longs to find its knitch in the community they are a part of. There are so many wonderful ministries that are all flourishing in their own communities, […]
Guiding Your Teen Through Identity In Christ Amidst Cultural Pressure
The teenage years are pivotal for identity formation. In a world that bombards teens with messages about who they should be, what they should value, how they should act, even […]
Engaging Youth Through Hands-On Faith Activities and Projects
Youth Ministry is more than just teaching lessons from the Bible; it’s about helping young people experience their faith in ways that are active and engaging. It is about creating […]
Biblical Justice and Mercy
“And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God” (Micah 6:8). This verse shares God’s heart to […]
Are Your Events and Retreats Reaching Their Full Potential?
I am a huge fan of getting students outside the walls of the church. Whether it’s for fun, teaching, evangelism, community service, team building, or whatever, engaging students in a […]