Youth Group Lessons and Sermons

OverviewStudies have shown that 43% of all Americans who accept Christ as their savior do so before the age of 13. That means you've likely got a bunch of "new believers" on your hands. And even if you've got "churched" kids, they're at an age where...

OverviewWe're all scrambling to shift and re-invent the way we do youth ministry during the COVID pandemic, waiting for the return of "normal." But what if this time of chaos and fear offers us an unprecedented chance to help our kids grow more deeply in...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. As your teenagers ponder tough questions, they'll learn that Jesus already knows all of...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. Nothing is more important in a teenager's life than friendships—and that's because God has...

OverviewBy Kurt Johnston and Friends Imagine summarizing your life in just four photos—four images that would explain your strongest beliefs, your truest character, your deepest desires. What four pictures would you choose? That's the kind of...

Overviewby Simply Youth Ministry Since your ministry will never run out of guys and girls, we're helping you out with more small group curriculum designed to tackle issues relevant to each gender—from each gender's point of view. In Guy Talk Girl Talk 2:...

OverviewBy Jeff Maguire If your students have ever asked "But what can I do?" you've just found the answer. This inspiring 4-week sermon-series explores biblical teachings on social justice and God's desire to have Christians be his hands and feet to...

OverviewBy Doug Fields and Megan Hutchinson The challenge of life isn't avoiding pain (since that's impossible), the real challenge is how to deal with pain when it happens. How to manage and heal from the wounds life inflicts on us. With this...

OverviewSome of the best stories in the Bible are also some of the most unexpected and unusual. And they're not for the faint of heart. These Bible lessons truly are sick... and totally interesting! Surprise your teenagers with the "disgusting" truth!...

OverviewBy Kurt Johnston and Friends Jesus had this incredible way of taking something that everyone seemed to accept as "normal" or "right" and flipping it on its head. Power doesn't matter, Jesus said; if you have any influence, use it to help...

OverviewBy Jeff Maguire There's some serious power in the word "belonging." Cliques, clubs, teams... there is always some group or another that students are trying to belong to in order to be connected and find value. But what the world offers easily...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. Let's face it, family is a complicated thing in today's world. With blended families,...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. Today's teenagers are plagued with false images, idols, and roles that give them the wrong...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. When your teenagers begin this youth ministry curriculum, they will wrestle with the tension...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. In this youth ministry series, teenagers will be challenged to open up their lives...

Overview4-Message Series 4 Primary Messages contained in Microsoft Word files Progressive from start to finish Easy to lead, easy to prepare for A rich mix of leader insights, student interaction, and memorable experiences Options You Can Mix Into the...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. As your teenagers begin to experience the teachings about community, they'll discover how...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. In youth message series Choose Wisely, teenagers will develop a method of discernment to...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. As teenagers experience Jesus' teachings about community the way he intended, they'll reach...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. In this youth ministry series, teenagers will be empowered to join Jesus' mission and...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. In this youth sermon series, you'll wrestle with Jesus' parables in order to get a better...

OverviewThis item is available as a digital resource only. A physical resource will not be shipped for this item. Digital resources are not available for return. In this youth ministry sermon series, teenagers will discover what it means to be God's...

OverviewBy Scott Rubin When it comes it to the health of a tree, there's more than meets the eye. If you remove that tree from its roots or if you stop paying attention to what happens underground, bad things happen. The tree begins to die. That...

OverviewBy Josh Griffin Green is in. Recycling, driving hybrid cars, and conserving energy, gas, and water have become just a few of the ways that we're able to care for the environment. But what does the Bible have to say about caring for the...

OverviewBy Jeff Maguire In two weeks, you can completely revolutionize how your students see "evangelism." With an emphasis on being living, breathing, acting examples of Christ's love that points others to God's love, Magnetic will help your students...

OverviewBy Doug Fields Everywhere Jesus went people were amazed—at His presence, at His teaching, at His miracles. His enemies and followers alike were amazed. But what about now? Is Jesus still so amazing, over 2000 years later? In this three-week...

OverviewBy Jeff Maguire God is searching for you-and won't give up until you've been found. That's the central message at the heart of this four-week sermon series from Jeff Maguire-youth pastor at Mariners Church in Southern California. Just like...

OverviewBy Jeff Maguire Before Jesus was born, people could try to claim some sort of ownership of the world. But with His life, death and resurrection, the rules changed--Jesus powerfully showed God's plan for humanity. As believers, it's up to us to...

OverviewWant your students to experience a changed life and a deeper faith in Christ? Growing in Christ starts with knowing who he is, and that's the total focus of LIVE Year with Jesus! The 36 lessons in this character study will provide your students...

OverviewDeciding to follow Jesus is cause for massive celebration—both on earth and in heaven. The phrase "life-changing" definitely applies. Although this kind of commitment brings an initial rush of excitement, the freshness of a newfound faith can...

OverviewYour students may know a lot about Jesus, but do they truly know him? Today's teenagers are starving for "more of Jesus"—not just more information, but a deeper, richer, truer encounter of him. LIVE Jesus-Centered Life is a youth ministry...