“Choose for yourselves today whomever you will serve… But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” -Joshua 24:15
Purity, friendships, dating, self-control, sharing your faith—issues relevant to the teen life. This is your time to define who you are.
The day you turn 18 is likely 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
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
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?
As a writer, I have no problem filling a page with words. And as a blogger for Christian teens, I have no problem turning those words into advice. But sometimes more words aren’t needed. For example, when it comes to standing up to peer pressure, the Bible already speaks volumes.… Read More »Stand Firm: Pummel Peer Pressure With These Bible Verses
“Dating is probably the most important aspect of a single person’s life.” -quote by Author Linda Sunshine Whether or not you agree with Ms. Sunshine’s statement, no one can deny that single people have dating on the brain. Consider the number of books about dating, love, and romance on the… Read More »10 Terrific Nonfiction Books On Dating For Christian Teens
Habitual sins (which I often refer to as “pet” sins) are a problem for everyone, from the serial killer sitting in prison to the most pious Christian in your church. Did you think you were alone in this struggle? Be assured, you’re in good company. Habitual sins are those you… Read More »Your Deepest Desires: The Truth About Habitual Sin
Ever been the only “sober” person in a digital party? It’s not all that different from being the only sober person at a wedding reception. Everyone around you is blitzed and they’re getting loud and they think they’re funny but they’re too drunk to realize how stupid they sound and… Read More »Put Down Your Phone! The Magic of Digital Minimalism
Ready for some honesty? I dread inviting people to church. Just the thought of approaching a friend with an invitation to worship knots my stomach in highly unpleasant ways—so much that I questioned whether I was really the best person to write about how to invite someone to church. And… Read More »How to Invite Someone to Church—Without Being Weird