Youth Ministry

...to ignore the rich provisions and helpmates He’s given us forfeits the full life He calls us to live.

There are at least five great reasons that churches should prioritize youth ministry: teaching God’s Word, providing fellowship, connecting generations, teaching service, and implementing spiritual disciplines.

First, they need to know that God loves them and they are valuable no matter what their life has looked like before giving their lives to the Lord. They are not damaged goods. God has offered us complete healing and redemption.

Who is Gen Alpha? What are their attributes, and what does that mean for what’s next? Here are six cultural markers that distinguish today's children from earlier generations, and what that means for the future of Christianity.

Gone are the days when families drove to church in their Sunday best and went to Wednesday night Bible study. While this might have been a priority at one time in our history, it is no more. In an age when Millennials and Gen Z kids are leaving the church in droves, it is more important than ever to engage them in your local ministry.

Engage with young adults about this issue, ask questions, be humble in your response, and offer hope that our gracious God will one day make all things new and right all wrongs.

It may seem like an impossible task to convince youth that sex is a gift worth waiting for—a gift that God designed for marriage. However, this article aims to provide practical steps to help teens realize the safety and beauty that awaits if students choose to follow God’s design.

Helping your teen discover the Bible’s relevance will require some intentionality and creativity from you, but the effort is worth it. Here are five engaging ways to get your teen interested in the Bible.

Being a Youth Pastor or a Youth Volunteer is a tough, but incredibly rewarding gig. Just like everyone else — in fact probably more so — they need our support, encouragement and to be treated like a valuable part of the church.

Gen Z has the potential to redefine the church, and for much of what they are desiring, some of them are changes the church needs to consider. Here are some ways Gen Z is redefining the church.

Engaging with younger generations is important to strengthen your church and community while living out your faith in meaningful ways. As a senior, your wisdom, experience, and faith journey uniquely positions you to inspire younger generations.

If you find yourself struggling to muster up the strength and humility to pray for someone who has been an aggressive figure in your life, you can turn to Scripture for help. Here are 3 Bible verses that can help you pray for your bully.

Nearly every teenager at one point feels like they’re stuck in their tension, questions, and doubts. All of God’s people have felt the same way at times throughout their journey on earth. Even those recorded in the Bible whom God used to fulfill his purposes.

Preventing burnout in any organization begins with establishing and communicating a clear vision, clear goals, and clear expectations for everyone involved in children’s ministry.

Youth should be encouraged to engage with new believers, seekers, and nonbelievers. It's vital not to put themselves in a bubble with other Christians. Jesus gave us The Great Commission to reach those that have yet to be found. Here are 5 mistakes to avoid that may be turning others away.