Greg Stier

“When teenagers are put in a position of sharing their faith with their friends, everything changes. Now they have purpose. Jesus made spreading His message a centerpiece of His discipleship strategy.”

Theology and teens. Does it sound like an explosive combination? Or a grand exercise in futility, filled with yawns and eye rolling? If you’re like most youth leaders, just the thought of mixing teens and theology can leave you wondering where to start.

From the green revolution to “Starbucks spirituality,” today’s teens are actively formulating their own unique perception of reality. Keeping a pulse on teen trends can offer valuable insights for how to reach into their world with God’s grace and truth. Check out these five teen trends identified by...