Youth & Young Adults: Rising With Purpose, Strength, and Unshakeable Faith
God is calling young people to rise with clarity, purpose and spiritual strength in this chaotic, noisy and rapidly changing world. The youth and young adult church is not “the church of tomorrow” but a significant power today, influencing culture and living bold faith as they seek to bring light to an increasingly lost and confused generation seeking identity and purpose.
Discovering Identity in Christ
Young people today are constantly under immense pressure to create their identity by being popular, successful, attractive, etc., based on how others perceive them. However, identity is not something that is created it is received from God. When youth know who they are in Christ, they will receive confidence, value and direction in life that no one else can take away.
Overcoming the Battle of Comparison
Comparison creates insecurity and doubt, which are fueled by social media. Every young person is a unique creation of God and was designed to be a “one-of-a-kind.” When young people accept who they are as individuals they will stop comparing and start walking in genuine confidence.
Building Godly Confidence
Confidence is not arrogance — it is believing who you are in God. Young adults grow to stand in faith and confidence when they understand their worth, calling and spiritual authority. This confidence will allow young adults to face adversity head-on and with fearlessness.
Making Purpose-Driven Decisions
Life presents many crossroads for young adults (school, friends, jobs, etc.) When young adults look for God’s guidance in their decision-making process, He will give them peace, clarity and purpose. God’s plan is always better than what we would do.
Navigating Peer Pressure with Wisdom
Peer pressure can cause young people to make choices that go against their values and faith. However, God gives us the wisdom to stand firm, courage to say “no,” and confidence to choose a path that honors Him. Making the right choice, even when it may be difficult, will lead to greater strength and blessings.
Strengthening Personal Relationship With God
Spiritual growth occurs in youth when they develop and maintain habits of spending time with God. Daily activities such as worship, prayer, devotions and intentionally spending time with God help youth build a faith that will empower them and provide them with spiritual strength from the inside out.
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Building Healthy Friendships and Boundaries
Young adults are influenced by those around them and the people they choose to spend their time with. God wants young adults to develop friendships that will lift up, challenge and support their walk of faith. Establishing healthy boundaries helps protect their hearts and builds meaningful relationships.
Using Gifts and Talents for God’s Glory
Youth are in a development season. God is using this time to develop their character, refine their gifts and deepen their faith. Trusting God with your future will open doors to new and exciting opportunities that they could not have imagined.
Preparing for a Purpose-Filled Future
Youth are in a season of preparation. God uses these years to develop their character, sharpen their gifts, and strengthen their faith. When they trust God with their future, He leads them into opportunities beyond anything they imagine.
Becoming a Light in Culture
Young adults have great influence whether in schools, online, or at work. As representatives of Jesus, they are called to be leaders and not followers of culture.
Overcoming Anxiety, Fear, and Emotional Struggles
Young people are struggling more than ever with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, loneliness and stress. God provides peace that calms the mind, strength that heals the heart and hope that lifts the spirits of his children. Young people are never alone because God walks with them through every battle.
THE Generation Raising Courageous, Creative, Compassionate, Convicted Believers
God chose, called and gifted the youth and young adult church to make a difference in the world. When youth identify in Christ, focus on growing spiritually and live boldly in their purpose, they become unstoppable. God is raising a generation of courageous, creative, compassionate and convicted believers who will shine His light in every place they set foot. Their future is filled with hope, strength and promises from God.