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Natalie
Questions...
on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 7:48 am
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Thanks, Erin. That article was encouraging.:)


What is it about society that you most want your generation to change?

When my generation becomes able to vote, I hope that we will be able to settle the abortion topic once and for all.

What do you like best about your peers?

I love how my friends support me. If I'm having a bad day, they're there to listen and counsel me and give me a hug.:)

What is your generation’s greatest spiritual need?

Our greatest spiritual need (in my opinion) is the lack of people willing to listen. I wish that there were more people who were willing just to sit down with teens and listen to how they feel without writing them of as 'hormonal'. Listening, and gentle counsel are two things that I don't feel many girls my age get.
Shelby
HMm
on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 10:04 am
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great post Erin!
Courtney
Re:
on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 11:21 am
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i hate it when adults say stuff like that about us too so it was encouraging to see that article! thanks for sharing erin! :)

and about your questions:

1. i want to change the great need to be "politically correct". if you have to be so concerned about not offending any religion, then why don't you realize that you're offending christians?

2. hmmm, i'll have to work on that one

3. i think people need to realize their need for Jesus. today, people don't see a need like they used to. i've been talking a lot about this with one of my friends. a few hundred years ago people had to rely on each other and especially god but today there's no need with the internet, amazing medical technology, and what not.
Abby
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on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 4:47 pm
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Great Post Erin :)
1. I would love our generation to change the self image of the girls slightly younger than us and I also think that it's so important that we remember the people struggling in other countries and all around the world, especially christians being persecuted, I would love to do some abroad work.
2. I love that my peers are passionate about what they believe in, even if they are not christians, there is so much potential.
3. I think everyone needs to learn that God is the ONLY thing that can fulfill our spiritual needs.
anonymous
re
on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 7:48 pm
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Question #1: I think our generation should have more respect for people and especially authorities. A lot of kids don't respect the authorities put over them wether it's parents, teachers or anyone else.
Question#2: they're blunt and most of the time they tell you what they think. I like honesty and frankness even though sometimes it's rough. sometimes that can be good and sometimes not.
Question#3: I think we need to put God back into our society. He's been taken out. Most kids just grow up thinking Christianity and religion is all bunk. Most don't even set foot in a church. it's sad.
iViolin
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on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 8:50 pm
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What a great post!
Here are my answers:
1. The thing I most want to change in our world today is something I can't change on my own. I want teens to become on fire, all the time, for God. I want us to pray, witness, and to take EVERY opportunity to further the Kingdom! There are TONS of books out there on this very subject. I would encourage every teen who wants to make a difference in this world to read "The Prayer of Jabez for Teens". It talks about what a huge difference
(1)prayer and
(2)taking the opportunities God gives us to be a light
makes.

2. I definately think teens have initiative. When my friends and I get an idea for something, we tend to get REALLY excited and work really hard to make our plan come through.

3. Our generation's greatest need is the need for Christ. Plain and simple.

Thanks again for this post, Erin! :) :D
Celine
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on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at 3:41 am
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Thanks for the great article=) Seriously I can get annoyed when adults mention words like 'Generation X, generation Y, our generation and their generation' and start comparing them. Refreshing!

Hmm...about the questions...
1) I'm not from the U.S so I don't know the issues going on there, but I do hope that members of this generation (myself included) don't feel pressured to follow the crowd's preconceived notions and ideas about things, and just do what everyone else does. We should make a difference, shouldn't we?

And I do agree with Natalie: when we can vote, we can play a part in upholding righteous rules and voting against rules that are against God's ways.

2)I like peers that appreciate what I do for them, and are honest and sincere in being friends, and someone who can be there to encourage and inspire me, and most of all be trustworthy to confide in.
(PS: This works vice-versa first. I need to strive to be this kind of friend in life.=))

3)I see this need in myself, my friends, and even some guy and girl I see at the shopping mall: We want someone to pay real attention to us, to tell us that we are loved unconditionally, that we don't need to worry about how we wear or how we conduct ourselves, that we are always looked after, and that won't give up on us.

I am still learning (sometimes struggling) with accepting and really understanding that God is that one who really loves me. Hope that I (and anyone who wonders like me about this need) will truly understand about this love. When I really know, I know how secure I really am.
Sarah
yes, but
on Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at 9:30 pm
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Yes, but, teens also care WAY too much about what they look like and trying to fit in with the crowd....
Celine
re: Sarah
on Friday, April 23, 2010 at 1:56 am
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Hey there...
I agree with you.I tend to do that (follow the crowd)very often...
but actually I think you misunderstood my statement. i'm sorry=) I used some confusing words and grammar to state it so here it is rephrased:
"we shouldn't feel pressured to follow what the crowd thinks is cool, and because of that pressure do what everyone else does"
This explains it better for you?
Thanks for pointing out that confusion.
=)
Lakiah
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on Friday, April 23, 2010 at 1:26 pm
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Do Hard Things is a great book for teens that are plagued with all the low expectations
nessalynn
u r so right
on Friday, April 23, 2010 at 6:07 pm
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this is true most adults who go to church only see teens as people who have to come but alot of us love church
Charity
Response to Erin
on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 6:21 pm
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Thank You, Erin, for this post. I have never heard that outlook before and it is very interesting, I'm not sure if I find it refreshing yet or not because I really struggle with kids my age. I try hard to do things the right way, as I'm sure everyone does, and it is so hard to be rejected by my "peers" for that. You have definitely given me something to think about. Here are my answers to your Q's:


1. I want my generation to be the one that goes down in history for being His hands and feet. Most kids my age dont give God a second thought after they check the "gone to church this week" box. I pray for revival. Starting with us. The youth are not only a huge part of todays society, they are all of tomorrows'. The choices we make today are the steps this country takes down the road. I agree with the comment that said we need to respect the authority He placed over us. If we cant respect our parents today, how will we respect our boss?


2. What I like best about my peers would be their sincere hearts. I dont have that many friends, but the ones I do have dont wear masks. Now THAT is refreshing.


3. I think our generations greatest need is to recognize God not only as the greatest love we could ever have, but as the Most Powerful person in the whole existence of the universe. I think we usually overlook this.
Lisa
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on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at 11:03 pm
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Thank you for all your great blogs!
My answers to your questions are:
1. We need to be WAY less destructive of others and build each other up!!
2. I go to a Christian school, and my peers and I are close and can awesomely talk about the Lord. I LOVE that.
3. Our generation's greatest spiritual need is to realize that we NEED HIM! That he is ready, willing and TOTALLY able to help those who need it, construct our government, our lives our families, marraiges and our troubles, and SO MUCH MORE!!!
Thank You.
i_am_what_i've_overcome
Yay!
on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at 7:01 pm
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I really hate it when people judge you by your age. At my school, the seniors get all the privledges and the freshman are written off as annoying. I really hate it!
As a response to Lisa,
A really great way bring others up is to go onto Operationbeautiful.com. All you have to do is write a positive message on a sticky note and put it somewhere like a bathrooom mirror where people will see it. It really brings a smile to my face when others read my notes! :)
kaitlyn
Response
on Sunday, April 24, 2011 at 8:10 pm
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1)This article reflects exactly what I want my generation to change. If someone isn't like everyone else (including age, looks, beliefs, size, etc.) they are cast out of groups in school and even in the adult world. I guess I'm basically saying that EVERYONE can be very judgemental and I hope my generation can change that.
2)The best thing about my peers is the support they give me. You really learn who your true friends are when things get rough.
3)I think the greatest spiritual need in my generation is to trust and believe in God as their personal savior.
=)
Chrissy
there's a difference
on Thursday, November 24, 2011 at 1:12 pm
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I've noticed alot of people who say teenagers are all disrespectful have had bad experiences with bad teens. I think it's unfair to say all of the adults have a problem with us, but it does get annoying. I'm almost 16, and a few people automatically treat me like a nuissance when I meet them. I choose to see it as an opportunity to pray for them and see them through the eyes of Christ.
Chrissy
we try
on Thursday, November 24, 2011 at 1:18 pm
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I'm back :) I just thought of something else......these adults don't know you're different, so why not show them? In the process, we can start making a difference in our generation. It's up to us to surrender to Jesus so he can use us to reach out.
Booklover
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on Sunday, January 29, 2012 at 12:04 am
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I love this article because it shows the other side of us. 1) I think we need to be less hypocritical, that's one of my pet peeves. 2) I love how most of my peers are accepting and don't judge you. 3) I think we need to remember that just because we're saved doesn't mean we stop paying attention to God. We need to deepen our spiritual walk. I agree with Lakiah, I'ge heard that Do Hard Things is a great book.
anonymous
thanx
on Sunday, October 21, 2012 at 3:37 pm
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thanks erin!