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Mother Teresa endured a profound experiential doubt about God’s love for her during the 50+ years that she served the Dalits in India. She wrote this to her spiritual advisor in September of 1979: “Jesus has a very special love for you.
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The process and fruits of doubt can be truly life-changing if we give our teens the tools and resources they need to test their beliefs. If you’re not sure where to point them to, we’ve compiled a list of great resources to get them started. And remember, as they’re working through this stage in their faith, make sure to ask questions and discover ...
Many people look to the generations that came before us as beacons of light in faith and spirituality. The early- to mid-1900s now act as an illustration of the “good ol’ days” of Christianity, when everyone went to church, said their prayers, and practically lived the life many of us feel like we’ve lost as a nation. Today, we’re in the thick of g...
Maybe we haven’t “gone wrong.” Maybe this is exactly where we need to be. What if those good ol’ days weren’t as wonderful as we remember them to be? What if a large number of people did go to church, but more as a social habit than an expression of true faith and conviction in Christ? There’s never been a time our world has been free from sin, and...
Instead of wishing we were back in the prime of Christianity, what if we looked forward in hope and anticipation for the new generation of Christians we’re raising up today? Each new generation brings about a new set of questions, issues to address, and changes to make, all of which have the potential to bring new life to the Church. Our teens are ...
One of the easiest ways to break trust with your kid is to make them feel invalidated, wrong, or even silly for asking questions. But one of the best ways to build trust is by actively pursuing those questions with them as a team. Be an explorer with your kid and live in the wonder and curiosity these conversations can bring. Find answers together;...
Be on the lookout for two new resources on doubt coming soon: A Parent’s Guide to Doubt, and our Doubt Conversation Kit. Get it all with Axis Membership!
Aug 13, 2020 · The two main signs that this may be the root of the doubt is that addressing the expressed doubt just produces a new doubt and eventually the young person’s sinful choices come to light. Ultimately, these doubts are only defeated by helping the young person take personal responsibility for their sinful choices and finding a way to touch their hearts so they repent.
If a teen has opened up to you about their doubts, don’t make them feel foolish or bizarre – because, chances are, they already feel like that. ... “Doubt must be dealt with like lust or any ...
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Aug 20, 2019 · Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ to further the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness– 2 in the hope of eternal life, which God, who does not lie, promised before the beginning of time, 3 and which now at his appointed season he has brought to light through the preaching entrusted ...
Os Guinness once wrote, “If ours is an examined faith, we should be unafraid of doubt. If doubt is eventually justified, we were believing what clearly was not worth believing. But if doubt is answered, our faith has grown stronger.” Doubts lead to great conversations. Back to Table of Contents Should I be worried my teen has doubts? 1 ...
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Mar 18, 2022 · Parents of Christian teens need to keep their own spirits healthy and growing in order to prepare for the onslaught of adversity that comes with parenting. Here are 5 tips for helping your Christian teen work through doubt. Open communication; Create a format in your home where open dialogue is encouraged.
