The Alisa Childers Podcast #157 What's wrong with youth ministry and what can we do about it? with Greg Stier
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Jun 12, 2022 
In this discussion, Greg Stier, an evangelist and founder of Dare to Share Ministries, tackles the pressing issues in youth ministry today. He highlights the alarming decline of teenagers in church and strategizes ways to revitalize outreach efforts, focusing on deep theological engagement and mission-driven approaches. Stier emphasizes the need for prayer, empowering youth leaders, and bridging generational gaps within church communities to foster lasting faith. His insights encourage innovation and meaningful connections to inspire the next generation.
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Pray Like Never Before
- Prioritize relentless, intense prayer for lost students as a foundational youth ministry strategy.
- Prayer calls down divine power, fueling revival more than any strategy or budget can.
Double Down on Gospel Message
- Double down on preaching the gospel every meeting and equipping students to share it.
- Use simple gospel tools like acrostics to engrain the gospel message deeply into youth.
Commit to Gospel Advancing
- Commit your youth ministry to gospel advancing with clear values based on research and scripture.
- Such focused youth groups see significant new believer growth annually.
