Youth Ministry

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  How Can Churches Turn “Creasters” into Regular Members? Churches can help “creasters” move from attending church services once or twice a year to faithful, serving church members. Perhaps they visited a church on Easter or Christmas because of their curiosity or... Mel Walker Apr 07, 2020
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  25 Creative Church Ministry Ideas during COVID-19 If there was ever a time that the old adage “the Church is not a building” rings true, it’s now.In most cases, no one in any congregation is even allowed into their church building because of work-at-home... J. Scott McElroy Apr 07, 2020
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  4 Ways to Uplift Teens Missing Milestones Due to COVID-19 No doubt, many high schoolers are feeling a mix of confusion and disappointment as they are being required to stay at home for the remainder of the semester due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Although they likely... Hope Bolinger Apr 02, 2020
• What Is Ministry? We are all called to do ministry and even minister, but in all kinds of different ways so that the gospel can be proclaimed, the kingdom can be built, and God can be glorified — it is the calling of God. Robert Hampshire Apr 01, 2020
• Blind Faith? 6 Reasons We Can Trust a God We Can't See There is a difference between faith and blind faith. Blind faith is having a belief that is not rooted in true understanding. The Christian faith is evidence-based faith founded on truth and reality. Ruth Clemence Mar 25, 2020
• Is Smoking Weed a Sin? What Does the Bible Say? Smoking marijuana (or weed) is becoming legal in more and more states. Not only for medical reasons but for recreational use, as well. To date, 33 states and Washington, DC, have legalized marijuana for... Melinda Eye Cooper Feb 20, 2020
• What Does it Mean to Be ‘Zealous’ for God? Similar to a teenager in love, or young athlete committed to their game, a believer who is on fire for the Lord is hungry for His presence, passionate about His word, and eager to learn and grow. They aren’t... Joel Ryan Feb 03, 2020
• Is Vaping a Sin? What Does the Bible Say? With the presence of nicotine in e-cigarettes or vape pens, the product has the tendency to become addictive. While the Bible doesn't specifically mention vaping, it does warn us against addiction. Heather Riggleman Jan 28, 2020
• How Can Teens Speak Truth in Love to Friends Who Are Addicts? Addictions are on the rise, and teens have unlimited temptations at their fingertips. How can friends reach other teen friends with truth that heals? Sarah Garrett Dec 12, 2019
• Is 'Christianese' Irrelevant or Offensive to Youth Today? God is more than willing to get down on teens' level and tell them how much he loves them in a voice they understand, because–guess what—He does the same for us. So forgo any stilted... Joel Ryan Dec 06, 2019
• 8 Urgent Insights on Gen Z that Every Pastor Needs to Know There may be a ministry “seismic shift” headed toward the American church. A seismic shift can be defined as sudden or dramatic change that happens in a very short period of time. Pastors and other... Mel Walker Nov 15, 2019
• This One Word Can Overpower the Teen Suicide Epidemic Adolescent suicide is no longer a fear, but rather an epidemic. If Christians can champion one very powerful word, in the name of Christ, we can begin to defeat the enemy at his game. Kristen Terrette Nov 12, 2019