Parenting teens is one of the most difficult and rewarding jobs in the home, but it takes a good connection between parent and teen. Try these tips...
Talking Points:
- Make time to connect with your teen. Spending intentional time with your teen will speak volumes to them. Set aside intentional time with your teen if you want opportunities to connect.
- Find a shared activity. Find a hobby or activity they enjoy and spend time doing that activity together. You’ll be surprised how open your teen will be to discussing other things in those moments.
- Find a shared purpose. The teenage years can be selfish years. Help your teen to look outside themselves to help others. Find a place to serve in your church or community. This is a great way to connect with your teen in a different context.
- Do a family devotional. Use the pursueGOD library to find interesting topics to discuss as a family. This is another way to make connection with your teen that creates opportunities for great conversations. Deuteronomy 6:6-9
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- How do you connect with your teen right now? What feels awkward? What feels natural?
- What are some of your teen’s interests? How could you share in that interest with them?
- Make a list of benefits that can come from finding a shared purpose with your teen. What are some options of ways you could serve in your church or community?
- Read Deuteronomy 6:6-9. Why are family devotionals a good opportunity for connection for the whole family? Why is it important to keep the family centered around God’s word?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
