Raising Godly Teens

It was such a joy this Sunday at Excel Church to watch the youth bring messages on Power, Love and Self-discipline.  In today’s fast-paced, digitally driven world, teenagers face countless voices competing for their attention. Amid this noise, the Word of God offers a steady, life-giving foundation. When young people know Scripture, they gain more than knowledge, they discover identity, purpose, and hope.  It was great to witness the visible fruits of strong youth leadership at Excel.  Listening to these youth, several truths are evident in their lives: 

(1)  Strong Roots have been built:  Teenage years are formative. Knowing God’s Word equips young people with wisdom to navigate challenges, make sound decisions, and resist negative influences. It becomes a compass pointing toward truth in a culture of shifting values.  Psalm 119:105 states: "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

(2)  Faith and Confidence have been strengthened: Sharing scripture isn’t just about speaking words; it’s about living them. When teens share God’s Word with friends, family, or online, they grow in confidence and deepen their own faith. It transforms them from passive listeners to active witnesses. In Romans 10:17, we are told: ‘Faith comes from hearing and hearing through the word of God.

(3)  These youth are creating Positive Impact: A teenager who shares God’s word becomes a light where ever they find themselves. Their words can encourage a struggling friend, inspire hope, and even spark change. In a world hungry for meaning, their voices matter. In Matthew 5:16, we are told: In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

(4)  These youth are being well prepared for the future:  Life beyond school brings new challenges. Teens who know and share Scripture carry a spiritual toolkit that sustains them through college, university, careers, and relationships. They are not just preparing for examinations - they’re preparing for life.  Joshua 1:8:’’Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.’’

Empowering teenagers to know and share the Word of God isn’t optional.  It is essential. It shapes character, nurtures resilience, and spreads hope. As Proverbs 22:6 reminds us: "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it."