Long before he was celebrated for his literary work (his bestselling contemporary language Bible translation, The Message, along with many books), Eugene Peterson pastored a church for 29 years. Peterson knows ministry and understands youth culture. Jen Bradbury asked him to share his insights about...

What happens when a romantic relationship goes wrong? In many cases, girls and women cling to these bad romances by telling themselves the bad excuses below.

In a culture where sexualization is prevalent, what can youth workers do to promote purity for students?

Your dorm roommate tells you to stay out of the room so he or she can have an intimate evening. What are students to do?

Most youth workers can relate to the battle against cell phone dependency and the symptoms of withdrawal that come when we limit or ban cell phone use during a weekend youth retreat or mission trip.

The author shares ways youth workers can reach out to gay and lesbian youth, and how in the past churches have failed to minister to gays in a Christ-like manner.

Recently, a man I know—a professing Christian, active in ministry—went away to prison for a long, long time. He was found guilty of more than two-dozen counts related to the sexual molestation and abuse of young girls.

Singer/songwriter Brian Bates has been candid about struggling with homosexuality early in his life. Because of the recent gay marriage amendments in many states, as well as revelations from Clay Aiken and popular Christian artist Ray Boltz, Brian has been approached by both fans and media to give his...

For a decade my job description has been “counselor,” but in reality I am the keeper of people’s secrets and their stories. When youth workers and other people talk to me, it is like confession, which we’ve all heard is good for the soul. All people need a place where they can share their hearts, a place...

Bump, set, spike. The game was over. As I thanked her for the invitation, she asked me a question. Her parents couldn’t make it, and she was wondering if I could take her home. I panicked! The warning signs began flashing in my mind. I knew it wasn’t a good situation. In a perfect ministry, in a perfect...