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Bible Verse for Today

As today’s youth ministry leaders, we need to make sure we are daily engaging with scripture. The Bible can be a great source of wisdom, solace and inspiration, so being in it today is extremely important. We must include scripture as part of our daily routines in order to gain the insight it provides and use its valuable lessons to help direct young people today. We owe it to our youth ministry to stay centered on God’s word today, and remain rooted in the truths of his scripture. Reading a Bible verse today can be such an important way to start each day with spiritual insight. When you read daily scripture, it not only guides you in your day-to-day life, … Read more

Overcoming Temptation Bible Lesson for Teens (1 Corinthians 10:13)

Use this free Bible study lesson in your Youth Ministry or Sunday School class to teach teenagers about overcoming temptation through the power of the Holy Spirit. More than ever, students in High School and Middle School need this practical guidance from God’s Word! Bible Study Topic: Overcoming Temptation Scripture Text: 1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it. (NIV). Lesson Introduction Throughout the Bible, temptation is seen either as a test from God or Satan. Sometimes, God … Read more

Prayer: Youth Bible Study (Mark 11:24)

Prayer: Youth Bible Study (Mark 11:24)

Use this free Youth Bible lesson in your Sunday School or Youth Ministry to teach about prayer. More than ever, teenagers need to learn the power of prayer. This lesson will show why talking to God is important and essential their personal relationships with Jesus Christ. Use this free Bible teaching to make sure your High School and Junior High students make prayer a priority! Bible study lesson 2: Why is Prayer Important? Scripture Text: Mark 11:24 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours (NIV). Lesson Introduction  The importance of prayer can never be overemphasized. It is one of the best avenues to communicate with our Father in Heaven. … Read more

Thanksgiving Youth Bible Lesson (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)

Bible Study Topic: Thankfulness to God Scripture Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Use this free Youth Bible lesson in your church youth group to teach about thankfulness and gratitude to God. Being thankful is not just for Thanksgiving! The Bible says a lot about honoring Jesus with our gratitude. Use this powerful theme in your High School or Middle School Sunday School or any Youth Group Ministry devotional or Bible teaching. Bible Study Topic: Thankfulness to God Scripture Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus (NIV). Lesson Introduction God created us with more great plans than we could ever imagine. So, it is all but necessary that we appreciate Him in all circumstances as it’s part of … Read more

Freedom in Christ: Bible Lesson for Youth Ministry (Galatians 5:1)

Freedom in Christ: Bible Lesson for Youth Ministry (Galatians 5:1)

Use this free Youth Bible lesson in your High School or Middle School youth group when teaching about the the topic of Freedom in Christ. God’s Word has a lot to say about how Jesus came to set us free from sin and to enjoy lives of freedom in service to the Lord and others. Use this powerful theme in your teenage Sunday School or any Youth Group Ministry devotional or Bible teaching. Bible Study Topic: Freedom Scripture Reference: Galatians 5:1 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery (NIV). Galatians 5:1 NIV Lesson Introduction: What is Freedom? The dictionary meaning of freedom is … Read more

Faith (Hebrews 11:1-3) Youth Ministry Bible Lesson

Faith (Hebrews 11:1-3) Youth Ministry Bible Lesson

Use this free Youth Bible lesson in your High School or Middle School youth group when teaching about the importance of faith. God’s Word has a lot to say about FAITH and teenagers need learn how to grow in their faith as they mature in Christ. Teach this Bible lesson in your Sunday School or in any Youth Group meeting that needs a devotional reflection on the topic of Faith. Bible Study Topic: Faith Scripture Text: Hebrews 11:1-3 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. 2:This is what the ancients were commended for. 3: By faith, we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command so that what is seen was … Read more

Respect (1 Peter 2:17) Youth Group Bible Lesson

Respect (1 Peter 2:17) Youth Group Bible Lesson

Use this free Youth Bible lesson in your High School or Middle School youth group when teaching about the importance of respecting others. God’s Word has a lot to say about respect and teenagers need to learn how to obey the scripture on this important topic. Bible Study Topic: Respect Scripture Text: 1 Peter 2:17  Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the emperor. 1 Peter 2:17 NIV Introduction: Teaching Respect to Teenagers Modern definition of respect is to either admire someone or have regard for their feelings, wishes, and rights as they deserve as humans. Another definition says that it’s “to place  a high price or great value on someone or something.” In … Read more

Youth Ministry Lesson on Making Godly Choices (Proverbs 3:5-6)

Youth Ministry Lesson on Making Godly Choices

Use this free Bible lesson in your High School or Middle School youth group when teaching about the importance of choices. Youth Group Game Idea: Choices Story Choices & Story building – Try this youth ministry game idea to get started. Students sit or stand in a large circle and tell a group story. One student begins with a sentence, pausing at an interval for the next student to pick up. Continue around the circle to describe the story’s action. Students should use the phrase, “And then our character had an important choice to make ….” the next student will continue the story by explaining what the choices was going to be. Lesson Introduction: Choices Matter to God We may … Read more

How to Start a Small Group Ministry for Youth?

There are a few important steps to starting a small group ministry for youth. The first step is to identify your target audience. Who is your ministry meant for? Next, you’ll need to gather some supplies and materials for your group. This could include anything from Bibles and notebooks to snacks and games. Once you have everything in place, it’s time to begin promoting your ministry. This could involve putting up flyers, talking to youth at your church, or even reaching out to local schools. Finally, when you’ve got a good turnout, it’s important to make sure that everyone feels welcome and comfortable. Creating a safe and supportive environment is essential for any small group ministry. The most important part … Read more

How to Turn Around a Youth Group Ministry?

If your youth group ministry is struggling, there are things you can do to turn it around. First, make sure that everyone in the group is on the same page about what the ministry is trying to achieve. Next, create a plan for how you will reach your goals, and make sure that everyone involved knows what their role is. Finally, don’t be afraid to change things up if something isn’t working – sometimes a fresh approach is all it takes to get things back on track. Youth group ministry can be a challenging thing to keep going. You might often find yourself asking why you even bother when it feels like everything you try just doesn’t work out.