How to Stay Connected to Your Technologically Connected Kids
DON’T MISS THE 2 FREE AND IMPORTANT RESOURCES BELOW TO HELP YOU AS A PARENT Chris McKenna, a close friend and expert in online child protection, said to me, “There […]
Adolescence
Thought Factory Podcast #1006 || Re | A Middle School Perspective on Race
Nick is a 7th grader who was born in South Africa. He moved to the United States when he was 7 years old. He provides a unique and, at times, […]
Pure Love
We live in a world that glorifies the counterfeit, generic version of sexuality. Instead of understanding the real thing, many people have fallen for a cheap substitute. Culture tells us […]
Spiritual Disciplines
There is no question of the benefits of physical exercise, but what about exercise for your soul? Throughout Scripture, we learn of ways to practice what are called the “disciplines” […]
Thought Factory Podcast #1004 || Expert Advice on Helping Student Suicide and Depression Since Covid
A change in circumstances and stress can trigger episodes of anxiety or depression in students, and with the changes in school and church dynamics due to the pandemic, how have […]
What’s the Secret to Fostering Successful Student Bible Engagement?
ABOUT THE RESEARCH This report contrasts student beliefs with adult assumptions of student beliefs. This study was conducted with a 40-question survey, presented to 2,861 students and 446 adults, most […]
Thought Factory Podcast #802 || Screen Time | Measuring Digital Nutrition
“Screen time” has become another thing we measure. We are all spending time on our dopamine-inducing devices, but how much is too much? We receive the notification, compare our numbers […]
Thought Factory Podcast #709 || Are Students Committed to the Church?
Will this generation and the next be committed to attend church beyond just their youth group? Hosts Jeff Eckart and Jayson Brewer discuss students’ commitment to the overall Church and […]
Thought Factory Podcast #706 || The Epidemic of Adolescent Anxiety
Mental health is a very complex issue that is impacting the lives of adolescents. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 1 in 5 youth has anxiety and 1 […]
Thought Factory Podcast #705 || Pressures of Being an Adolescent
Students are under a lot of pressure. The pressures of getting the top grades, the pressure to compete and succeed in sports, the pressure to fit in and be liked, […]