Why are teens sadder, lonelier, and more depressed than ever before?
Originally published on Denison Forum Why are teens sadder, lonelier, and more depressed than ever before? Is this just an illusion of our sensitive…
Can we talk about Prom?
Prom. So much hype. So much stress. For boys, girls, and their parents. Guys these days are expected to create elaborate signs and come up with…
How we can biblically equip the next generation
I’m the mom of three daughters—a 16-year-old, a 14-year-old, and a 10-year-old. My girls are growing up in a vastly different world than the one I…
5 ways to help your teen develop good Bible study habits
Building habits takes time. Sometimes, these habits are easy to establish, like brushing our teeth. We understand the importance of it—keeping our…
How to avoid power struggles with your children
“I don’t want to take a nap! I am not tired! You are so unfair!” “I am the only teen in the world who does not have social media! You are so…
Five ways loneliness and isolation contribute to teen suicide and self-injury
Matthew and his parents entered my office and sat down on my couch. Matthew folded his arms and stared out my window. His parents both took a deep…
5 ways to talk about faith with teenagers during the Olympics
Despite all odds, the 2020 Olympic Games are happening now in Tokyo. The irony of the “2020” Games taking place in 2021 is not lost on the young…
Teenagers are church members, too
Teenagers naturally have selective hearing and understanding. They may walk in the obedience their parents call them to, but many haven’t chosen to…
Struggle well: Fatherhood, love, and grace
Fatherhood is a struggle. Don’t get me wrong. It is glorious, exhausting, worthwhile, exasperating, a blessing, and painful. It is all of those…
