Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. –Hebrews 11:1
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A recent question from a reader: “My best friend recently confessed his love to me but I don’t know how I feel about him! I was confused before and now I still don’t know. What should I do? How do you know if you like someone more than just as… Read More »How to Know if You Like Someone Who’s In Love With You
Performance anxiety is the bane of many young musicians. Often, it’s not lack of skill or know-how that keeps a person off stage. It’s fear. I know what it’s like to have the enjoyment of an art form stolen by stage fright. Worse is when it stays stolen and the… Read More »Break the Cycle of Performance Anxiety: Inside the Minds of Pros
Talking about Jesus shouldn’t be that hard. If you’re a football enthusiast, you likely have no problem engaging with your friends about the latest game scores or debating whether Dak Prescott is really worth that much money. Environmental enthusiasts have no trouble arguing their views over clean energy policies and… Read More »How to Talk About Jesus With Almost Anyone
I love online personality tests and aptitude quizzes. You know, the ones that tell you your strengths and weaknesses and why you might struggle with a specific skill set while another comes naturally. My most recent Enneagram test floored me when it bluntly declared, “Lauren, you struggle with frustration because… Read More »Why Every Christian Teen Is a Leader—And How to Be Effective
When was the last time you made a mistake? I can think of three or four I made in the last hour, though they’re not ones I will remember for years to come. But I can think of five or ten right now that I made years ago and can’t… Read More »Bad Landings: How to Move On After a Mistake
The day you turn 18 might be one of the most highly anticipated moments in your high school career. You are legally independent! Your opinion matters on the political spectrum! You can move out of your parents’ house! Whether you’ve already crossed that threshold or are awaiting its approach, I want… Read More »Transitioning to Adulthood: Advice For Christian Teens
No matter how much time you spend prepping in front of the mirror, you still feel ugly. You know the answer to your teacher’s question, but you don’t raise your hand. You’d like to be friends with the girl who sits next to you in social studies, but you worry… Read More »Proverbs 3: How to Start the School Year With Confidence
Special thanks to Zeeva Usman for contributing this article, giving me the chance to spend more time with my family this summer! Teens have a reputation for rushing into decisions with little consideration for the outcome. At this crucial stage of developing identities and values, unwise choices can have dire… Read More »How to Make Good Decisions: 6 Biblical Examples for Teens