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Are you showing up every week, pouring your heart into youth ministry—but still feel like something’s missing? Maybe your students are disengaged. Maybe your team feels stretched thin. Or maybe you know that there’s more to this than what you’re currently doing.You're not failing. But you might be overlooking four essential skills that could transform the way you lead.In this video, we’ll break down the 4 core abilities every youth pastor needs in 2025 to build trust, lead with wisdom, and foster lasting spiritual growth in Gen Z:✅ The power of saying “no” so you can say “yes” to what really matters✅ How to teach cultural discernment without sounding preachy✅ Why listening well is more important than speaking well✅ How to help teens navigate conflict rather than avoid itYou’ll walk away with fresh insight, practical steps, and renewed vision for the calling God’s placed on your life. Don’t settle for going through the motions—step into ministry with clarity and confidence.#YouthMinistry #NextGenLeaders #YouthPastorTips #StudentMinistry #MinistryGrowth #GenZChurch

00:00 - Why This Episode Matters03:47 - Skill #1: The Ability to Say No13:21 - Skill #2: Teach Cultural Discernment19:25 - Skill #3: Listen Like It Matters24:33 - Skill #4: Help Teens Resolve Conflict31:14 - Final Encouragement + Resources