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Characteristics of Jesus: 10 Traits for His Followers to Emulate

Michael Krauszer - November 8, 2023

What characteristics of Jesus can his followers try to emulate? Here's a list of 10 traits of Jesus that everyone should try to follow.

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Student Ministry Longevity Matters More Than Personality: Here’s Why

Benjamin Kerns - November 6, 2023

Longevity in student ministry beats personality every time. Learn why from one veteran's story.

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Keeping Kids in Church: 3 Common Traits of Youth Who Stay

Jon Nielson - November 6, 2023

Many have observed that youth church attendance drops off once teens reach college age. So what is it that sets apart the kids who stay in the church?

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10 Commandments for Teens: How Young People Can Live for God

Eric Geiger - November 4, 2023

Check out these 10 commandments for teens. Young people are precious in God's sight, and he wants the best for their hearts and lives.

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Serving and Thanksgiving: 9 Combo Activities for Youth Ministry

Youth Ministrycom - November 3, 2023

Looking for ways to combine serving and Thanksgiving with your youth group? Check out these 9 activities!

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Youth Leader, Do You Want to Quit? Then Read This for Encouragement

Greg Stier - November 1, 2023

Don't quit, youth leader! Instead, discover a fresh approach to youth ministry that will encourage you in this calling.

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Loneliness Epidemic: How You Can Minister to Lonely Teens

Youth Ministrycom - October 27, 2023

The loneliness epidemic has escalated since the pandemic. Discover helpful insights for instilling in teens a sense of belonging.

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Youth Leader, You’re Fired! 5 Lies You Hear When a Church Lets You Go

Todd Jones - October 25, 2023

Youth leaders, don't believe these 5 lies when you're fired from a church.

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Youth Group Still Matters: Discover Why It Remains So Essential

Richard Holdeman - October 23, 2023

Discover why youth group remains a valuable ministry that God is using to change lives.

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Moral Dilemma Questions: Ethics Considerations for Teens

Susan Box Mann - October 20, 2023

Moral dilemma questions help young people wrestle with ethical scenarios and fine-tune their beliefs and values. Pose these ethics scenarios to your students.

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Youth Talk Tips: How to Share Powerful Messages With Teens

Benjamin Kerns - October 18, 2023

When giving a youth talk, keep listeners in mind. Use this simple, effective structure for giving youth messages.

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Youth Ministry Needs Less of These 10 Things in the Future

Matt Cleaver - October 17, 2023

For youth ministry to thrive, I think we need to see less of these 10 things. Do you agree?

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Why Your Youth Group Events Must Move Beyond Fun and Games

Aaron Helman - October 15, 2023

The truth is that our events aren't supposed to be as fun as the other stuff out there. Our events are just supposed to be more meaningful.

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Youth Pastors Can Start Fresh and Have Purpose: Learn How

Scott Talley - October 12, 2023

Youth pastors often crave renewal. If that sounds familiar, read one youth minister's important insights.

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Youth Ministry Publicity for Fall: 5 Ways to Engage in Outreach

Youth Ministrycom - October 10, 2023

Youth ministry publicity goes into hyperdrive in the fall. Here are five ways to promote your youth group and engage in outreach this season.

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Fun in Youth Group: Can Teens Ever Have Too Much Fun at Church?

Brooklyn Lindsey - October 9, 2023

For a youth group, are fun and spiritual depth at odds? Sometimes it can feel that way. Discover a surprising answer to that question.

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Essential Advice on How to Write a Bible Study

Paul Sheneman - October 7, 2023

When teenagers get lost or bored during a youth Bible study, it defeats the whole point. If you're wondering how to write a Bible study that's meaningful and keeps young people engaged and interested, you've come to the right place.

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Teens With Special Needs: Minister Effectively & Make a Difference

Youth Ministrycom - October 6, 2023

Teens who have special needs often are overlooked in churches. Use these tips to effectively minister to young people with disabilities.

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Youth Group Announcements Must End: Find Out Why

Aaron Helman - October 4, 2023

Youth group announcements are a thing of the past for me. Discover why...and learn what we do instead for youth ministry publicity.

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7 Simple Prayer Ideas for Daily Prayer

Alvin Reid - October 4, 2023

Learn the seven prayer ideas you see practiced consistently in Scripture when it comes to developing health in your prayer life.

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