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Looking for answers about what it means to live your life as a Christian? Here you will find out what it means to be a Christian, finding a church, worship, and tools for your everyday Christian life.
Prayer for Stressful Times
Prayers for those times when you feel really stressed.
How Christian Teens Can Show Tolerance and Be Faithful
What is tolerance, and why is it so important for Christian teens to understand why we need to have it and the danger it can become?
Learning How to Fast Safely as a Spiritual Discipline
A lot of Christian teens have heard that they should fast, but it is important to understand how to fast before trying out this spiritual discipline.
5 Ways to Save Money on Prom Costs
Prom is one of those things that always seems to take a big bite out of any Christian teen's pocketbook. Yet, there are plenty of ways to save money on Prom expenses like dresses and dinner. Here are 5 simple ways to save a little money on Prom so you can enjoy your evening rather than worry about how much it …
What Can Christians Do to Be Environmentally Friendly - Christian Tee…
There are multitudes of ways to be environmentally friendly. Share some of the ways you, as Christian teens, have been environmentally conscious.
10 Ways Christian Teens Can Be Environmentally Friendly
Just because you're a teenager doesn't mean you can't do something to help the environment. There are plenty of ways Christian teens can be environmentally friendly from reusing old books to walking to school. God asks us to take care of the Earth. Plus, many of the things you can do won't cost you much…
Why Going Green is Christian
Every Christian teen should learn about why "Going Green" is the Christian thing to do.
Is It a Sin to Be Angry with God?
Sometimes bad things happen. Many Christian teens ask - Is it a sin to be angry with God?
Tips for Getting Over a Breakup
Unfortunately, for most Christian teens, dating in high school and college means facing at least one breakup. How do you get over the heartache when the dating relationship is over?
Overcoming Doubt in Your Faith
At some point, each one of us faces questions about our faith. Here are some ways you can overcome that doubt.
Biblical Verses on Fasting
A list of scripture verses regarding fasting to use as inspiration or direction.
7 Alternative Things You Can Fast

As a Christian teen, you may feel a call to fast. Many Christians try to emulate Jesus and others in the Bible who fasted when faced with important decisions or tasks. However, not all teenagers can fast food. It is not necessarily what item you give up,` but it is more about what that item means to you and how…

Why Do Christians Fast?
What does it mean to fast? Find an explanation of fasting and what it means when Christian teens fast.
Bible Verses About Mom
What does the Bible say about your mom? Here are some Bible Verses that can tell you a little about her.
A Prayer to Honor Your Mom
It is important for Christian teens to pray for their moms, in both good times and bad. Here is a simple prayer you can pray to bless your mom.
A Simple Prayer for Your Youth Leaders
A simple prayer you can say for your youth leaders.
Why God's Love is Bigger than Our Mistakes
Every Christian teen makes mistakes. These 5 people in the Bible made some pretty big mistakes, and yet God still stood by them. What can they teach us about overcoming the mistakes we make in our lives?
7 Things Christian Teens Can Be Thankful For This Year
Every November Americans commemorate one day to give thanks for the special things in their lives. However, some Christian teens have a hard time finding things for which to be grateful. Others have a hard time because there are so many great things in their lives. Here are ten items for which almost all of us can be grateful for year round. Take some time this week to thank God for putting th…
Praying for Your Troops
Some Christian teens have a hard time finding the right words to say in prayer for our troops. Here is a suggested prayer you can say for those serving in the military.
What Type of Evangelist Are You?
Every Christian has a comfortable tone for discussing their faith with others. Some Christian teens are more confrontational while others are intellectuals. Still, even others are interpersonal. While there is no "one right way" to evangelize, you should still know your own witnessing style.
Principles of Evangelism for Christian Teens
While there is no one right way to spread the Gospel, there are five principles of witnessing that can help you share your faith in ways that will ease your anxiety and plant seeds of faith in others.
Christian Teens and Drinking
One of the biggest dilemmas facing Christian teens today is how to handle the pressure to drink alcohol. The issue of drinking continues to be debated among Christian denominations, yet that debate can create some confusion for Christian teens. Here are some facts, scripture, and truths about alcohol to help Christian teens to make Godly decisions.
Can I Be a Christian and Still Have Fun?
There is a great misconception that Christians don't have any fun. However, the Bible tells us that God meant for Christians to have fun in a number of ways. Being a believer means great celebration and joy, both in our lives here on Earth and after.
Understanding Intercessory Prayer
Christian teens may have heard the term "intercessory prayer," but they may not necessarily understand what "intercessory prayer" actually means. Jesus prayed an intercessory prayer for all mankind, and often Christian teens are asked to follow suit. Thus, it is important to understand intercessory prayer.
Things Christian Teens Can Do on a Break from School
Not planning to take some big trip for Spring Break or Summer Vacation? Not to worry. A lot of Christian teens don't go on vacations during these breaks from school. Instead, here are some things you can do to make the most out of your Spring Break or Summer Vacation time.
Spring Break Temptations and What You Can Do to Avoid Them
Many typical Spring Break trips are promoted as trips with no rules and no boundaries, which poses some important questions and temptations for many Christian teens considering going with their friends on Spring Break. So, what are the temptations on Spring Break trips that Christian teens should be aware of before they head to these popular destinations and what are some alternatives for Christian teens?
Christian Teen Honesty Quiz: How Truthful are You?
How honest are you? Most Christian Teens think they are fairly truthful, so take this honesty quiz to see how truthful you really are.
What's Your Gossip Quotient?
Are you a big gossip? Do you absolutely hate gossips? Take this gossip quiz to find out where you really stand on gossip.
4 Ways to Stay Strong in Your Christian Faith
God knows that sometimes Christians struggle in their faith. Sometimes devotions don’t really seem like devotion, but "just another chore." Other times Christians wonder if God is even there. Here are some ways to keep your faith strong even when you feel a bit weak.
Getting Down to the Basics of Your Faith
Let's get back to basics. What is the foundation of your faith? What should you know about your Christianity? This article will help you answer the question, "What makes me a Christian?"

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