TeenConnect

Healed of anorexia

I realized that I had been hoping my body would tell me who I am or confirm something about my identity. But this hope was empty from the outset because we are made in God’s image.

Trusting God saved my life

I was so relieved, and yet I also understood how this outcome was possible—it was because I trusted God, instead of getting swept away by fear. 

Finding my path

The stress of figuring out his plans for the future was getting to be too much for this high schooler … until he turned to the Bible and Science and Health for answers.
When a ferocious storm hit during a camping trip, this author found comfort and safety by praying with a Bible passage that promised “perfect peace.”
It was this author’s moment to play her bassoon for the judges, who would decide her grade on this end-of-semester exam. But when she woke up that morning, she couldn’t even open her mouth. Could Christian Science help?
I wasn’t helpless. I’ve known since I was a little kid that I can always turn to God for help.
I was overwhelmed by this loving divine presence and basked in it as I held the puppy. 
This author didn’t expect to feel scared during a scuba diving trip, but alone, deep underwater, the fear hit. But, she discovered, God was right there to comfort and guide her.
A day in New York City went from fun to frightening when this author started to feel really sick from the heat. Read on to find out how she prayed.
Our “intuition” is actually God speaking to us. While I don’t need to walk around scared, I can be wise and listen for that inner guidance—God’s voice.

Alone in the woods

 A night out in the woods sounded like a fun adventure at first … until darkness descended and this teen had to face his fears with prayer.

Riding without fear

An avid rider, this teen had to face down fear after she and her horse took a tumble. Read on to find out what brought a breakthrough.