rebelling against low expectations

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What does it look like to give generously as a teenager?

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HOPE WRITES: In many Christian living books that I have read lately, there has been a huge emphasize on giving up your comforts so that others might have their needs met. In general the focus is to display the love of God by giving to others. However, how does this play out into the lives of teens trying to save for college with a minimal income? Share Your Thoughts in the Comment Section! There...

Should teens go on mission trips?

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CASSIE WRITES: I have a friend who has raised some concerns over teens going on mission trips. First, she points out that many teens go on mission trips seeking a ‘spiritual high,’ and when they get back, away from the spiritually intense environment, they don’t know how to be consistent in their daily walk. They don’t realize that the Christian journey is not all...

Should Christians listen to secular music?

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RILEY WRITES: This is a question I’ve wondered about for a long time. I love music in a variety of genres (from 80’s to Jeremy Camp to pop). I especially like songs with upbeat, catchy tunes. While I know that the lyrics of some songs aren’t necessarily “God honoring” (they don’t mention God) or don’t have a Christian theme, does that really make them...

How should we pray for the persecuted church?

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ALYSSA WRITES: It is clear in the bible that persecution is expected, and that it will worsen before Christ returns, so is it wrong to pray for it to stop? Or should we mainly be praying for the Christians to have perseverance in tribulation? Share Your Thoughts in the Comment Section! There are currently 7 Comment(s) Have something else you’d like to discuss? Just submit your question or...

How can I reach out to other teens in my area?

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HALLE WRITES: I want to reach out to teens in my community and eventually across the world (especially other girls). I just don’t know how. My heart breaks for the many teens who feel hopeless and are hurting and I want to help them and give them the hope of the Gospel. I graduate this summer, so that opens more time up for me, but I don’t even know where to start. I’d love any...

How do I get from thinking about projects to actually doing them?

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CARSON WRITES: There are, and have been, many projects and goals I’ve wanted dearly to accomplish, but it seems like all I do is plan and fantasize about them, never actually getting anywhere. My question is: How do you get things going? How do you find the motivation to get anything done? Share Your Thoughts in the Comment Section! There are currently 7 Comment(s) Have something else...

What do you love about these discussions?

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CASSIE WRITES: I don’t know about you, but I have LOVED these new discussion questions! I love how they make me think. I love how Rebelutionaries all over the world can share their opinions on the topics. I love how we can all be courteous, humble, and open. I love how we can disagree politely and defend our views graciously and clarify when misunderstood. So, I want to hear: What do you...

How can I encourage a member of the opposite gender without giving them the wrong idea?

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GRACIE WRITES: In the past year or two God has blessed me with a number of wonderful friends who encourage me to grow closer to Jesus, and to walk in righteousness. In my friendships with other young ladies, it’s easy to let them know how much I appreciate their friendship and their integrity, because I can speak their love languages with little risk of my actions being misinterpreted...

Any advice on how to overcome complacency?

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CLARE WRITES: I haven’t done anything all that great it my life, never taken the big step that I should’ve taken a very long time ago. Or more simply I haven’t done hard things. I took piano lessons twice but didn’t stay with them long. I was pushed to do a drama class, but made a deal to get out of it. I start playing the violin, but after it started getting tough I...

Should I quit my job and focus more time on ministry?

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JAKE WRITES: I’m 17, and I was lucky enough to land myself a part-time job. However, I didn’t realize just how much time is taken away when you have school (I go to public school) and then a job starting right after, going late into the night. I’m really passionate about working with my ministry — which I made into a nonprofit a year back — but now I have zero time. All extra...

rebelling against low expectations

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