Confessions of faith: Anthony and Tyler
Troubled teens find the gospel in an unexpected place. “Talk Time.” That’s what Anthony and Tyler call it. Tim Mueller, pastor at St. John, Watertown, Wis., gently helps them remember…
Teen talk: You are not alone
When you feel at the bottom with nowhere to go, turn to the Lord. Emmilee S. Hillier Empty. Forgotten. Worthless. Defeated. Hopeless. Alone. I feel all these things when I’m…
Teen talk: Walking on a tightrope
Life’s challenges seem difficult, but God is there to help. Natalie Zirbel Growing up, I lived on a farm. My siblings and I loved living on the farm, and there…
Teen talk: Jesus is our home
No matter how we feel about our home on this earth, we have an eternal home in heaven waiting for us. Lydia Buxa When I was younger, my dad was…
Teen talk: We pray
Time with Grandpa brought lessons about praying to our heavenly Father. Joshua Van Sluytman When I was little, I enjoyed spending time with my grandpa on the farm. My favorite time was riding with him on the tractor while…
Teen talk: Proof doesn’t change anything
Thomas wanted proof. We simply believe what God tells us. Gilbert Haw Do you remember the story of Thomas? After Jesus rose from death, he appeared before his disciples. Most…
Teen talk: Strength in sorrow
Even when we don’t understand all that happens in life, God gives us hope and peace. Kelsie Bramstedt I woke up to my alarm clock on Tuesday, thinking it was…
Parent conversations: What should we do when our children grow silent?
What should we do when our children grow silent? There are days when we all would long for some silence as parents—during those long colicky twilight hours; the “why” stage…
