Short Bible Messages for Youth (cont.)
5. Hang in there and don’t quit.
Finally, offer encouragement often. In the Bible, Barnabas is the best example of an encourager. Check out his message to young believers:
“… strengthening the souls of the disciples, exhorting them to continue in the faith and saying: ‘We must go through many tribulations to enter the kingdom of God.’” (Acts 14:22, NKJV)
Encouraging teens doesn’t mean saying everything will be okay. Or things will look better tomorrow. Or others have it way worse. Barnabas encouraged young people by telling them the truth: Struggles and trials are part of life as a Christian. Just hang in there and don’t give up. And I’d like to add: You’re not alone. Teens need to hear those words.
Being a teen has never been easy. And it sure isn’t nowadays. Teens need our support and encouragement, both in their everyday struggles and in their faith. So let’s encourage kids with the truth, not platitudes. Let’s help them continue in their faith, hang in there, and not quit.
What other important short Bible messages for youth do you share? How do you reaffirm teens?
