Good Intentions that Undermine Youth Ministry

Youth Workers are uniquely positioned to point students toward their Kingdom-building potential and open their eyes to God's plan for their lives. Your guidance and leadership are vital! It's also important to recognize that some of our best intentions in ministry can actually contribute to a lack-luster faith in the teens we love and serve. Things that we do out of love can actually reinforce a young person's natural inclination to not fully engage their faith.
 
This resource lays out five 'good intentions' that are incredibly common place in ministry today. So common that you may never have consciously evaluated them or considered alternatives. The potentially harmful result of each good intention is explained. We also suggest an effective strategy to move each good intention to a place of effectiveness. These strategies have the potential to empower your students and strengthen your ministry.