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How Should We Respond When Christian Celebrities Fall?

5 days ago | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

We are at a point in history that I am nicknaming “the great housecleaning.” Preachers, ministry leaders and Christian pop stars have been crashing morally. Sins from days or decades ago are coming to light. Coverups are getting uncovered. God seems to be cleaning his house, scrubbing out the sin and taking out the trash.
Excuses for Not Sharing the Gospel: The 10 Worst Cop-Outs

3 weeks ago | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

Excuses just don’t hold sway when it comes to evangelism. Jesus calls all his followers to share the good news of the gospel. Age is no factor. Teens are some of the best evangelists out there!So if you hear any of the common excuses below, push back. Then encourage children, youth, and adults to tell others about Jesus and his love. 10 Excuses for Not Telling Others About JesusYeah, well, I don’t have the gift of mercy. But I still should show it (Proverbs 14:21)!If A = B and B = C, then A = C.
How To Handle Youth Group Drama at Your Church

Mar 5, 2025 | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

Wondering how to handle youth group drama at church? Then keep reading for helpful, Bible-based insights from veteran youth leader Greg Stier. I hear it more and more as I talk to youth leaders across America. Many struggle with dreaded youth group drama. A hyper-sensitive clique of girls is mad at an insensitive clique of sarcastic boys. (Or vice versa or mix-n-match.) Kids take sides. They hurl hurtful words. They hurt feelings. I saw this happen at my own kids’ Christian school.
Why Youth Ministry Matters: 10 Reasons I Still Believe in This Field

Feb 18, 2025 | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

Wondering why youth ministry matters these days? Read Greg Stier’s thoughts on this vital field. Discover 10 reasons why youth ministry remains more vital than ever. I love youth leaders and teenagers. I love youth ministry. And I believe Jesus loves youth ministry too. But in a handful of cranky quarters, youth ministry is under fire. “UnBiblical!” they charge. “Ineffective!” they shout. These usually-angry-about-something-anyway haters wail and flail but ultimately will fail. Why?
Signs You’re About to Get Fired as a Youth Pastor: 10 Warnings

Feb 13, 2025 | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

Have you ever wondered about signs you’re about to get fired as a youth pastor? Do you lose sleep about missteps or words you wish you could take back? Youth ministry is stressful enough without worrying about losing your job. So take a minute to enjoy these tongue-in-cheeks signs you’re about to get fired as a youth pastor. 10 Signs You’re About to Get Fired as a Youth PastorYou’ve ticked off the church treasurer…who’s the sister-in-law to the head elder…who’s brother to the pastor.
Ignite Teens’ Passion for God: 3 Easy But Important Steps

Nov 20, 2024 | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

Wondering how to ignite teens’ passion for God? Want to break through spiritual barriers? The good news is that teens are eager to hear and share the gospel. Learn three ways to spark excitement about faith and evangelism. Every year I connect with thousands of youth leaders. The vast majority have one thing in common. They long to see their teenagers on fire for Jesus Christ. But this holy desire can lead to real frustration.
Resisting Sexual Temptation: 3 Biblical Keys to Sexual Purity

Nov 12, 2024 | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

Resisting sexual temptation is a tough but vital topic to address with teens. Learn Bible-based strategies for teaching kids about keeping their minds, hearts, and bodies pure. Now Joseph was well-built and handsome, and after a while his master’s wife took notice of Joseph and said, “Come to bed with me!” But he refused.” —Genesis 39:7-8When Joseph was sold into slavery at age 17, he had no idea what was ahead. Sure, he would serve time as a slave and prisoner.
Habits for Successful Youth Leaders: 10 Traits To Cultivate

Nov 5, 2024 | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

Sharing habits for successful youth leaders has become one of my passions. I want to see youth leaders succeed. I mean really succeed. Men and women who dedicate their lives to reaching and discipling young people face tough odds. From apathetic teenagers, to disengaged parents, to unsympathetic elder boards, to shrinking budgets, to a ticked-off army of demons… Youth leaders are up against intense opposition!So cultivate these 10 habits for successful youth leaders.
God Uses the Foolish To Change the World: Youth Ministry Thoughts

Oct 29, 2024 | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

Want an eye-opening look at how God uses the foolish to change the world? Wondering how that applies to youth ministry? Then keep reading for life-changing and world-changing insights from Greg Stier.
Questions Leaders Should Ask Themselves: 10 Key Assessments

Sep 26, 2024 | churchleaders.com | Greg Stier |I'm Greg Stier

Discover 10 questions leaders should ask themselves. Whether you’re in general ministry, youth ministry, children’s ministry, or serving as a volunteer, these are vital questions to consider. Asking questions is a good thing. Questions have a way of amplifying weaknesses and clarifying priorities. Perhaps that’s why Jesus asked so many questions during his earthly ministry. Did you know he asked almost 300 questions of some sort in the Gospels? Jesus used questions as a spotlight into peoples’ souls.