Today's Journal
WALKING WITH YOUNG PEOPLE
Seth Barnes, missions with youth organizer wrote:‘What I See When I Walk with Young People’
“I see authenticity - They don’t want to play church. They want the real thing. They want to know if God still speaks, still heals, still moves.
I see honesty. This generation is done hiding behind spiritual appearances. They will tell you about their anxiety, doubt, and wounds without pretending they’re fine. They’re tired of Christian language that paints over pain. Instead, they’re learning to bring their brokenness into the light, where healing actually begins.
I see empathy. Many young people remain tender in a world that rewards numbness. They care deeply about injustice, the marginalized, and the suffering of others. That instinct reflects the heart of the Father, who draws near to the hurting.
I see humility. They know they don’t have all the answers—and rather than pretending otherwise, they’re willing to ask real questions. Humility is the beginning of wisdom. It opens the door to deeper conversations about who God is, not just as an idea, but as a Person who can be trusted.”
Any age-group that knows these qualities is a Jesus follower:
Authenticity, Honesty, Empathy and Humility. That’s Kingdom atmosphere.
“By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” Jesus