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The Power of the Gospel and the Potential of Teens
If I were to choose a bumper sticker slogan for my life it would probably be “The power of the Gospel and the potential of teens.” My entire family was
January 30, 2021
Leading a Youth Ministry
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3 SUPER STRATEGIC reasons we should focus on reaching teenagers for Christ
This is my 30th year in youth ministry. I founded Dare 2 Share in 1991 with the goal of reaching the next generation with the hope of Jesus. Since then,
January 16, 2021
Gospel Advancing Ministry
Is It Possible We’re Missing the Point in Youth Ministry?
A first grade teacher once asked the father of an easily distracted boy to create a “Focus Card” that could be laid on the young student’s desk whenever he got
January 16, 2019
Leading a Youth Ministry
Weird, but True, Youth Ministry Insights
Dangerous risks…Formidable odds…Mortal peril…Shifting alliances…Dead-of-the-night escapes… Rumblings of revolution! Sounds like an intense, high-paced action movie plot, doesn’t it? Or could it be that high stakes, long odds, shifting alliances,
November 11, 2018
Gospel Advancing Ministry
How to Leave a Legacy that Lasts
We all want to leave a lasting legacy in our ministries, but how can we know if we’re truly making an impact? Hear from a youth ministry veteran about what kind of ministry “fruit” you should be measuring.
October 31, 2018
Gospel Advancing Ministry
3 Keys to Motivating and Mobilizing Your Students for Youth Evangelism
Are your students on board with your efforts to build a Gospel Advancing youth ministry? Find helpful ways to motivate your students toward evangelism in this week’s Mobilize.
May 23, 2018
Leading a Youth Ministry
Social Media—Your Secret Weapon in Youth Ministry
Need ideas on connecting with students and reaching more teens for Christ? Read up on 7 ways you can leverage social media to advance the gospel as a youth leader.
April 24, 2018
Leading a Youth Ministry
Is Youth Ministry Dangerous Work? Absolutely!
When it comes to building a Gospel Advancing Ministry, the more prepared you and your youth leaders should be to engage in spiritual battles.
September 13, 2017
Leading a Youth Ministry
4 Steps to Help Your Students See School with New Eyes
Do your students dread going back to school? Here are 4 ways to help them see school as an awesome blessing and an opportunity to share their faith.
August 30, 2017
Leading a Youth Ministry
The Happily Dispensable Youth Leader
It’s youth night and you’re ready to give the message. As the students pile into the youth room and take their seats, you notice James sitting by himself. Thinking back
August 17, 2016
Gospel Advancing Ministry
10 Tried-and-True Salvation Segues
Extend a grace-filled invitation every week to trust in Jesus.
April 6, 2016
Gospel Advancing Ministry
How Do I Get Started Prioritizing Evangelism in My Ministry?
Youth ministry is filled with blood, sweat and tears, isn’t it? And building the seven values of a Gospel Advancing Ministry into your youth ministry program is no exception to
March 23, 2016
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