A DIFFICULT TEEN
WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT
DEALING WITH A REBELLIOUS TEEN
There is little in life that creates more anxiety than having a teenager who seems out of control.
Experiencing emotional outbursts, being lied to, or staying up at night worrying about their safety can greatly damage your relationship with your teen. You may have tried different approaches to help them – being tough one day and then trying to show mercy the next – but nothing really seems to make a difference. Watching your teen continue to make bad choices can leave you torn between wanting them to just learn the hard way and being afraid of what they might do in a moment of irresponsibility.
Focus this time on praying; seeking God for wisdom and asking for His protection and to draw your teen closer to Him and you.
DISCOVER STEPS YOU CAN TAKE NOW
TO BEST HELP YOUR CHILD
GOING FURTHER
LAKE POINT CHURCH SUPPORT
GOING FURTHER
RESOURCES
Boundaries with Teens: When to Say Yes, How to Say No by Dr. John Townsend
Will help you establish wise and loving limits that make a positive difference in your adolescent, in the rest of your family, and in you.
Yes, Your Teen Is Crazy: Loving Your Kid Without Losing Your Mind by Michael Bradley
Gives parents the training and skills they need to transform their teenage children into strong, confident, productive adults. (Disclaimer: This book contains some strong language describing difficult situations.)
Have a New Teenager by Friday by Kevin Leman
Helps parents establish healthy boundaries and workable guidelines, navigate the critical years with confidence, and become the major difference maker in their teenager’s life.