Tag Archives: teens incarcerated

First Kiss on Wedding Day?

Posted on March 17, 2019 by Kathleen

I sometimes ask the incarcerated minors in my Bible study, “Is it easy to allow Jesus Christ to be Number One in your life?  Is it easy to make Him your Lord?” They’ll typically answer, “Yeah, it’s easy.” Then I … Continue reading →

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Worry Is Sin?

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Kathleen

Many incarcerated teens are worried.  Jake loves the Lord, but Jake was worried. I told him that worry is sin. Why? Because it shows we are not trusting God. Trusting God is what the Christian life is all about. I … Continue reading →

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A 15-Year-Old Wants Jesus

Posted on January 1, 2018 by Kathleen

I was leading a Bible study for incarcerated teens when I noticed a boy sitting alone two tables away. He was looking the other direction, but his ear was toward me. After awhile he moved to a closer table, still … Continue reading →

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Why Did You Come Tonight?

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Kathleen

I had a responsive group of minors in my Bible study at the juvenile hall.  I asked them why they had come.  Their answers were typical: “I need to find God” or “I’ve messed up and I need to turn my … Continue reading →

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