Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. –Hebrews 11:1
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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
“Be holy, because I am holy.“ – Leviticus 11:45 There exists in the Roman Catholic Church a strict order of monks known to most as the Trappists. Trappists surrender all personal possessions for a life of tight dietary regulations, complete obedience to superiors, round-the-clock prayer, and a minimum daily requirement… Read More »The Holy Teenage Life: Real Faith, Real Happiness
Several weeks ago, one of my blog readers posed this question through a personal message: I have some dream vocations that I would like to pursue but I feel like, as a Christian, you are also called to surrender your personal desires and dreams to God’s will. How do I… Read More »What Does it Mean to Surrender Your Dreams to God?