How many times have you walked into your teen’s room on a Sunday morning, informing him it’s time for church… only to hear a muffled, “No thanks”?

Teens are leaving the church in record numbers.  According to the Barna group, close to 60% leave church after the age fifteen.

Mom and dad… if your kid is one of that 60%, do not take it personally.  Instead, start discussing this matter with your child long before he or she becomes a teen.  Show them that attending church is not a duty, but a privilege, your family is committed to.

And above all else, model to your teen what living out your faith looks like.  Who knows, that Sunday morning “no thanks” may turn into a “yes please!”

 

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