TeenConnect

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.

I found joy again

As I continued to “stand porter” with my thoughts, I started to feel a lot happier. It was as if I had been dunked in love and joy—feelings I knew were from God.
This teen was having fun on a service trip when pain in one of her ears threatened to ruin everything. Then, an article from the Sentinel came to her rescue.
I began considering the God-given, spiritual qualities that I naturally express, such as strength, resilience, goodness, and joy. I started to realize that these qualities couldn’t come and go; they were hardwired in me.

Looking for a job?

If you’re hitting a lot of dead ends looking for a job, or maybe just feeling like your talents aren’t recognized, this author has some ideas that can help.

What’s my motive?

I’d been looking at this as a chance to perform and to show off what I thought was my talent, when my motive should have been to glorify God.
I’d discovered that my joy, my strength, my capacity were all sourced in God, who is certain and sure.
I turned to prayer and let go of how I wanted things to turn out, instead trusting God with every aspect of my life.