Most youth workers spend their time on programing and relationship building. Both are very good things. But are they the most effective use of your time? Is there a better way to grow students spiritually and grow your youth ministry? I personally believe there is. Investing time in your small group leaders can give you [...]

Before you teach through each session, ask yourself: Have I: Reviewed the material sufficiently so that I can teach it confidently? Reflected on what God is teaching me personally in this area? Prayed for God’s wisdom regarding what I will teach and asked Him for insight into my students’ lives? Identified my small group’s leadership [...]

Having good adult volunteers in our youth ministry makes all the difference. It’s a great feeling when you have a few people that “get it” and can come along side of you and make an impact in students’ lives. You feel so blessed when you see them disciplining and mentoring students. But what if there [...]

Before we go into a meeting with leaders or students, it’s vital to give ourselves a routine heart check up. A Routine Heart Check-up:   Think about your heart and your actions since the last meeting you’ve had.  Evaluate your own leadership and development.  Does anything need to change?  Did you follow through with your growth [...]