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Kids and young adults today are unique in history as the first generation to never have been alive without the internet. The entirety of their identity, philosophy, and societal expectations have been shaped by exposure to and experiences within the internet, especially in various avenues of social media. There can be an enormous pressure to perform or else face the consequences of being "cancelled". 

Kids these days are facing unique challenges in a complex world. How can the adults in their lives help them navigate those challenges with a greater sense of empathy and support and lead them in the way of Jesus? Before we consider kids these days, what about adults these days?

Our witness is not just private or individual but also corporate and communal. As the church, we give witness to Christ in the world. But it's not just words or teaching or our wisdom and strength. Jesus said it would be by our love for God and for one another. So how can we be a good witness in the community together? 

Sharing the story and being a witness can be a struggle. The idea of witnessing can be viewed as an awkward sales pitch for Jesus. Or worse, the pushy street preacher that does nothing more than turn people off. If Jesus says we are to be his witness, how should we approach sharing the good news?

Followers of Jesus have the great privilege to share the message of hope and change with our world. Before we even consider going to the "ends of the earth" let us start with those who are closest to us. How can we make Jesus accessible to the ones we have the greatest chance to impress?

Most of us love a good story. As a follower of Jesus, we know that there is an incredible message to share and brand to represent. It's a powerful picture of how God's love and grace intersected with our brokenness and disobedience. So who's going to tell that story?