Phil Mion, in my opinion, is one of the best youth leaders around. He has devoted many years of his life to raising up the leaders of tomorrow. This book is the fruit of those years. It is eminently practical, easily readable, thoroughly Biblical, and powerfully inspirational. And it is totally grounded in the local church. It should be required reading for anyone called to youth ministry in these challenging days.

David Campbell, Pastor, Author, and Professor at Theos University.

Phil is a true and beautiful gift to the Kingdom of God. With a unique understanding of emerging culture and a mature Kingdom wisdom, he is well equipped to help the next generation into Biblical and fruitful leadership rhythms. I'm excited about the way God will use this resource in your and your team's life.

Dan Lian, Associate Pastor at Newspring Church

Phil Mion is my favorite Youth Pastor in America. For over a decade, he's given his life to building the local Church, reaching students, and empowering the next generation of leaders. As a leader you want to learn from a leader who has been there and gets it. Phil is that leader, and this is the book you need.

Jonathan Rivera, Campus Pastor at Southeastern University

There are far too few books from dynamic young leaders carrying a serious local-church vision. In an age of church skepticism, this book is a prophetic intervention. Phil has written a work that should be required reading for every church staff member on earth.

Nathan Finochio, Founder of Theos University

Lead the Way is the kind of book leaders reach for when they feel the weight of forming the next generation and want something more than hype. Philip Mion writes with Scripture in one hand and real life in the other, offering a steady, practical path through character, community, and culture that rings true for parents, pastors, and anyone who serves young people. If you want leadership that tells the truth, stays humble, and actually helps, this is a strong guide.

Chris Palmer, PhD Dean, Professor Barnett College of Ministry & Theology Southeastern University