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  • Blowing Up Your Youth Ministry
    Blowing Up Your Youth Ministry

    This blog highlights some of the detrimental practices that can “blow up” a youth ministry, such as focusing on personal gain, avoiding tough discussions, neglecting leaders, prioritizing numbers over discipleship, and ignoring spiritual health and parental engagement. It encourages revitalization through positive actions. read more

  • The Prideful Youth Pastor
    The Prideful Youth Pastor

    I took some time to reflects on battling pride while serving students. Emphasizing how to maintain humility through obedience, serving selflessly, and redirecting credit to God and others, ultimately guiding leaders to focus on Jesus rather than personal accolades. read more

  • A Youth Pastor that sees…
    A Youth Pastor that sees…

    To lead effectively, youth pastors need a vision that goes beyond weekly routines. It’s crucial to identify God’s direction for the ministry, be attuned to students’ needs, and recognize the work God is already doing. Stay uplifted, celebrate growth, and trust that God sees and guides both leaders and students. read more

  • The Mind of a Youth Pastor
    The Mind of a Youth Pastor

    Being a youth pastor requires full engagement of heart, soul, and mind. Continuous learning, understanding culture, and embracing tough questions are vital for effectively shepherding teens and connecting biblical truths to their experiences. read more

  • The Soul of a Youth Pastor
    The Soul of a Youth Pastor

    “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.” – Matthew 22:37 This is part two of our series based on Matthew 22:37. Let’s talk about our soul. Much of this post is common sense for us, but it needs to be said. We need to be read more