
Connecting with Teenagers
Brad M. Griffin
Kara Powell
Griffin & Powell share tools for engaging teenagers in meaningful conversations about identity, belonging, and purpose.
About The Course
Are you a parent, mentor, or faith leader who wants to connect more deeply with the teenagers you care about?
Join Fuller Youth Institute experts Brad Griffin and Kara Powell in this course, equipping you with practical tools and strategies to engage teenagers in meaningful conversations about identity, belonging, and purpose.
Through research-based insights and relatable stories, you'll learn how to listen actively, practice empathy, and guide young people toward Christ-centered answers to their biggest questions. Start building stronger connections with the teenagers in your life today!
Lesson Plan
A final word from Griffin and Powell.
Brad shares Jesus' better answer to the "purpose" question: "story."
Brad unpacks teenagers' big question around purpose: what difference can I make?
Brad shares Jesus' better answer to the belonging question: being "with."
Brad unpacks teenagers' big question of belonging: "Where do I fit?"
Kara shares Jesus' better answer to the "identity" question: "enough."
Kara unpacks teenagers' big question around identity: "Who am I?"
Brad explores how listening and empathy lead to deeper connections and discipleship with young people.
Kara dives into the complex world of today's teenagers, marked by anxiety, adaptability, and diversity.
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