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I say things. sometimes I'm the only one who laughs. and that's ok.

[RICKdiculous @rick_nier]

It’s about calling them to something bigger, something better, something Biblical.

[Greg Stier @gregstier]

The church plays way to much defense when it comes to dealing with teenagers.

We rant and rave about the drugs, depression, social media and violence that are ravaging our youth. And, yes, these are critical issues that must be faced head on and dealt with.

But, as the church we often forsake “playing offense” when it comes to #YouthMinistry.

It’s not just about taking vapes out of their hands or Smartphones out of their rooms.

It’s about calling them to something bigger, something better, something Biblical.

We must help our teenagers grasp the glorious reality of the Gospel, that salvation is more than a ticket to heaven, it’s a train ride through life that reveals their true identity, belonging and purpose in Christ.

We must inspire them to be used by God to be change agents on their campuses and ambassadors of Christ in their communities.

We must treat the teenagers in our churches, not as youth rooms full of apathetic narcissists waiting to be entertained, but as a missionary force waiting to be unleashed.

Thoreau once said, “For every thousand hacking at the leaves of evil, one strikes at the root.”

Only the Gospel can strike at the root of evil.

It’s time to strike!

It’s time to play offense!

It’s time to energize the Church to mobilize youth to Gospelize their world.

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@ChruchSecretary It’s not enough.

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Sometimes the tangent becomes a very powerful lesson. https://t.co/tgLd6Bspny

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We want to know why something is happening. We desire to know the reasons behind the mysteries. https://t.co/rAJZtEwHyC

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I have a fascinating case of memory loss when things start to go sideways in my life. Here are the things I need to remember. https://t.co/uqs2b5KbNt

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If you want to know one of the reasons why I don't ride a bike very often, here you go. https://t.co/5YpJceI0K0

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I shared this with my youth group recently and thought it might benefit others. It's a great big what if...but can you imagine? https://t.co/HlHeJwDr1U

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When you break your 105 game winning streak, just start another.

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I wondered what unique impact I could make as a substitute teacher and so this is what I did. https://t.co/HOVwlavmjF

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I’m not about to say you shouldn’t try to make a good first impression. However, for most situations, you can remedy people’s first impression and leave a lasting impression. https://t.co/hp1LUrVqDA

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I want you to think about something you're really good at. Now let's talk about how you might not be one of the best. How does that make you feel? https://t.co/TMggvXA879

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You're never going to believe who Christians are being compared with now. https://t.co/NauQHWGPaL

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Oldest sister to youngest sister: You’re changing the taste of my waffle with your smell. #sisters #family #love

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I think first interviews are kind of like first kisses; awkward and filled with hopeful anticipation. But I have a wife and a job, so I must have done something right. https://t.co/WAto4RYZXv

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I have a habit of realizing how wildly unprepared I am for important moments in my life. But only years after I could have done anything about it. https://t.co/V68gTQBzjB

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Maybe our society has lost the value of being hidden. I'll go first. https://t.co/obJE9Hqs49

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Imagine visiting one of the natural wonders of the world and finding yourself preoccupied with wondering if anyone else there knows who you are. https://t.co/rJlxzq6giv

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Youth ministry is more than pizza and games, but a lot of other ministries would benefit from more pizza and games. https://t.co/5fpPcvAchn