Speaking to Teenagers Quotes

“Deep in the soul of every teenager is a desire for a calling, a part to play, a role in the story of life. At the end of the day, they want to feel that it will matter that they were here. They try to construct these narratives out of recognition, accomplishment, beauty, wealth, and popularity, and do so by shrinking big dreams to fit into small stories. But all they’re left with is a hunger for a life that means something.”
― Doug Fields, Speaking to Teenagers: How to Think About, Create, and Deliver Effective Messages

“The good news is God isn’t waiting for your perfect youth talk to do a mighty work through you.”
― Doug Fields, Speaking to Teenagers: How to Think About, Create, and Deliver Effective Messages

“No matter how impressive the structure, or how lengthy the preparation, or how unique the design, Christian communication—whether it’s a sermon, a talk, a Bible study, or a devotional—that doesn’t help people connect to God is a waste of time, effort, and opportunity. It’s a bridge to nowhere, and a bridge to nowhere is no bridge at all.”
― Doug Fields, Speaking to Teenagers: How to Think About, Create, and Deliver Effective Messages