Biblical answers for teens and young adults with questions about death and eternal life. “You do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope.” -1 Thessalonians 4:13
On October 15, my family lost a beloved pet. The very next day, I sat down and poured my swirling thoughts into this post. What follows has been edited for clarity and flow, but I stuck as close to the original as possible to preserve the raw emotions of this… Read More »God is Still Good, Even When I’m Hurting
Do you ever wonder if, once your earthly life with all its drama and excitement passes, heaven will be flat and boring? Such a viewpoint, while common, understandably makes it difficult to look forward to eternity. It reminds me of another conquest with an important “ever after.” A Comparison to Marriage… Read More »Look Forward to Eternity: The Best Is Yet To Come
The saddest thing I’ve ever seen was a funeral without hope. Typically labeled a “Celebration of Life,” this type of funeral merely reflects on the deceased’s earthly life and accomplishments. His buoyant attitude or her kindness to animals might be mentioned, but there’s nothing to celebrate because no matter how… Read More »Jesus Defeated Death—And Now You Will Too
Live long enough on Earth, and you will eventually face dark nights—and I don’t mean the kind brought on by the occasional lunar eclipse or citywide blackout. I’m talking about those black hours when you’re grappling with fear, grief, anxiety, self-loathing, or some other turmoil. The dark night of the… Read More »Where to Look in Scripture During Your Darkest Nights
Why does God allow suffering? Tornados, earthquakes, tsunamis, famine, epidemics, drought, war, terrorism, political corruption… Sometimes it seems like evil reigns supreme. Yet the Bible clearly states—multiple times—that God is firmly in control and nothing happens that isn’t allowed by him. Therefore, if one is to actually believe the Bible,… Read More »Faith Over Fear: “I Am NOT Afraid of Bad News”
Modern YA fiction is not afraid to talk about death and terminal illness. The Fault in Our Stars by John Green explores a budding relationship between teens with terminal cancer. Five Feet Apart by Rachael Lippincott does the same with cystic fibrosis patients. Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver is… Read More »Teen Evangelism: Why Jesus Wants You To Share Your Faith NOW