The Creation Debate: Young People’s Views on Creation
Ah, the age-old creation versus evolution debate. An on-going heated discussion about the origins of our world and ultimately, ourselves….
In the Midst of War: Youth Belief in the Great Controversy
We are in the middle of a war. No, we are not talking about the war you see on the…
The Voice of Truth: Youth Perceptions of God’s Truth
There’s a moving song by the Christian Contemporary group Casting Crowns called “Voice of Truth.” The lyrics read as follows:…
The Solid Rock: Young Adults and the 28 Fundamental Beliefs
Twenty-eight. Eighty-eight. Twelve. What is significant about these numbers? Twenty-eight. This number is significant because it represents the number of fundamental…
Praying for the Lost: Prayer Trends Among Young Adults
Have you ever prayed for someone who was “lost?” Maybe this was a coworker with a hard heart, a family…
Social Media: Pointing Youth to Christ or Merely a Distraction?
Smart phones and social media expand our universe. We can connect with others or collect information easier and faster than…
Can’t Keep Quiet: Youth Views on Inviting Friends to Church Programming
When something good happens to you, what do you do? Do you stay quiet, keeping the good news to yourself?…
The Strong Tree: Rooting Our Youth in Jesus
But his delight is in the law of the Lord,and on his law he meditates day and night.He is like…
“I Know That God Loves Me No Matter What I Do:” Youth Views on Salvation
Rules. While some of us may dislike them, rules are a necessary part of life. Social rules keep us from…
“I Would Like to Make Changes in the Way We Worship in My Church:” Youth Desire for Change
Ryan likes to attend his small local church with his family because he knows everyone well; members call the family…