The Young Life Blog
Culture is changing. The next generation is searching for friends, hope, truth — and much more. We live at this intersection, offering insight, encouragement, and practical ways to show up in the lives of students.
THE PROMISE OF A “FULL” LIFE A teenager leans back in a creaky school chair, staring at the ceiling, and wonders, “Is this all there is?” Many people, both young and old, feel the weight of this question daily; the potential emptiness of life gnaws at them and demands an answer that’s long-term, sustainable, and…
The Bible offers a rich tapestry of metaphors to describe the life of a Christ follower. One particularly evocative image is that of an “aroma,” a fragrant scent that draws others in. In the context of your Young Life community, this “aroma of Christ” represents the potent, attractive power of a healthy and vibrant culture….
The heartbeat of Young Life’s ministry pulses through its volunteer leaders. While undoubtedly staff play a huge role in our ministry, it’s the volunteer leaders who ultimately make Young Life happen. We literally could not do ministry without them and reach the millions of adolescents we’ve reached so far since 1941. These volunteers — whether…
As I sat down with my Asian brother to have a conversation about his life, his ministry, and his faith, worry, curiosity, and compassion fueled my questions. My friend, Jon*, does ministry in a part of the world where it is not safe to follow Christ. Religious persecution affects his ability to worship in song,…
s:ne(Young Life is simple, not easy) I want to be a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) guy, but I’m not. I don’t think I have the gifts, and I am pretty sure I don’t have the patience. So when I do venture into the rough waters of taking on a project, I want it to be “as advertised.”…
If you’re anything like me, you’ve been comfortable most of your life calling God by names like Lord, Creator, or Father. And while these names are meaningful, have you ever stopped to wonder what God’s real name is? It’s not a requirement for faith to go beyond these titles. However, the deeper we seek to…
Have you ever noticed how different it feels when someone specifically invites you to join something, versus just seeing an open invitation? There’s something incredibly powerful about hearing the words: “We’d love to have you here,” or even a simple, “Want to sit with us?” These personal invitations can completely change how we experience opportunities…
“Prayer is more than talking to God. It’s also listening to God and learning from God. Prayer is a conversation with your heavenly Father.” — Young Life’s Discipleship Team What is prayer? Is it asking? Listening? Petitioning? Learning? A conversation with God? The answer is all of the above — and more. Prayer is so…
The passing of Tim Keller in 2023 moved many across the globe, but what some may not know is the profound influence that Young Life had on both Tim and Kathy Keller’s lives and ministry. While Tim’s legacy is widely recognized through Redeemer Church in New York City, the many books that he has authored…