Encouragement for Teens

Memorial Day heralds the beginning of summer. To students, it begins the countdown to summer vacation. Often summer schedules are hectic with family members going in every direction for sports, camps, social activities, or college preparation. Don’t let your summer get away from you!

Our devotion to God is strengthened when we offer Him a fresh commitment each day. Every morning, in a simple, genuine prayer, start fresh with God by giving Him all that you are, all that you have: now, forever, and daily. Lay everything on God’s altar in what one saint of old called the “surrendered life.”

As young girls, many of us grew up dreaming of the fairy tale stories we were drawn to as children. Visions of the future looked like big weddings, beautiful dresses, a handsome prince, a white picket fence, and a couple of sweet babes to call our own.

Many people often wonder how God talks with His children. Today, He speaks through what I call “the four Cs” which answer the question, "How does God communicate with us?"

Proverbs is considered to be “the wisdom book” of the Bible. I don’t know about you, but I’ve already made enough mistakes to last a lifetime. Frankly, I would like to make as few as possible between now and...

Do you know the one-word theme of the book of Ruth? Learn about the main points, the key characters, and simple & personal applications for spiritual growth and daily living from Ruth.

Most of us have no problem memorizing the lyrics to our favorite songs. Sometimes we know them so well, or they're so deeply ingrained in our minds, that they get stuck in our heads. The moment certain songs come on...

Who do you think was the greatest leader who ever lived?

Most people would probably name some famous general or a great statesman. But I’m sure you, like me, would accurately name Jesus Christ as the greatest leader who ever lived…

Teens, trust us when we say we feel the gravity of our obligation to God when raising you. We realize that we are shaping your life, your future, and your eternal destiny. Through you...

There is something so spiritual and reverent about the Bible. The words within its pages are alive with truth that has the ability to transform us as we read them. It is the foundation of our faith; our Christianity. Even still...

The temptation for worldly acceptance comes when you lose sight of your identity. As a believer in Christ you are a...

Consider this a guide to help you walk through practical ways you can get the most out of your study time and to find out for yourself the meaning of scripture as well as its origin. Over time you will develop your own techniques and style in how to study the Bible, and that is how it should be!