19 February 2025
Break the Cycle of Performance Anxiety: Inside the Minds of Pros
Performance anxiety is the bane of many young musicians. Often, it’s not lack of skill or know-how that...
22 January 2025
Is it Ever Too Young to Be Thinking About Marriage?
Not long ago, I was contacted by a high school senior looking for specific relationship advice. He ended...
08 January 2025
"But I Like Him Too!" How to Avoid a Love Triangle
A version of this article first appeared in the Oct/Nov edition of Brio magazine for teen girls. Q: “Help!...
11 December 2024
How to Talk About Jesus With Almost Anyone
Talking about Jesus shouldn’t be that hard. If you’re a football enthusiast, you likely have no problem...
04 December 2024
Great Teen Fiction: 17 Squeaky-Clean YA Romance Novels
Reading is supposed to be relaxing, like a walk on a soft, sandy beach or a cup of hot cocoa during a...
06 November 2024
11 Shameless Books On Sex And Gender For Christian Teens
Originally, this category—nonfiction books on sex and gender for Christian teens—was included in my list...
30 October 2024
Violence in Clean YA Fiction: How Much is Too Much?
With the popularity of YA fiction novels like The Hunger Games and All American Boys, you could say violence...
23 October 2024
Why Every Christian Teen Is a Leader—And How to Be Effective
I love online personality tests and aptitude quizzes. You know, the ones that tell you your strengths...
09 October 2024
The Truth About Honesty: Is it Ever Okay to Lie?
Three things no one has ever said: “I want to be friends with a liar.” “I voted for that candidate because...
02 October 2024
Not a Hint: Living Pure in a Sexual Culture
Sex sells. According to multiple sources across the net, roughly 85% of movies—including 68% of...
