Moms and Dads, Grandmas and Grandpas can all attest, raising a teen is no cakewalk!

I’ve worked with thousands of parents and teens over the years, and I understand when parents tell me that they’re ready to give up hope. So today, I want to offer some encouragement from James chapter 1, verses 2 and 3: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”

When was the last time you rejoiced in the face of a trial? I know, it doesn’t feel like a very natural reaction. But when you and your teen go through a tough period, know that there’s a reason behind it! God wants to use your trials to bring faith and perseverance.

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