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We were a bit ambitious thinking we could cover The Anxious Generation in just one episode. In part one, we explored how smartphones contribute to social isolation and sleep deprivation.

Now in part two, we’re diving into the costs of attention fragmentation and the addictive nature of social media. So if you’ve ever asked yourself, How can I help my students develop longer attention spans and resist the pull of addictive tech? — this episode is for you.

If you haven't listened to part 1, you can just scroll back to Episode 62!

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How can youth leaders help dads step into their God-given role as spiritual leaders in their daughters’ lives? In this episode, Kyle Olund (Corinne's DAD!) joined us to unpack the importance of inviting fathers into ministry—not just as volunteers, but as primary disciple makers of their teen daughters.

Many dads feel unsure of how to connect spiritually with their girls during the teenage years, but with intentional support from youth ministries, they can grow in confidence and influence. Let's engage, encourage, and empower the dads in your ministry to lead well at home and stay present in the lives of their daughters.

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Does God hear me? How long must I wait? What if my prayers are never answered? Why does it feel like I am the only one forgotten? Is God still good?

Whatever you're longing, searching, or praying for, the fear of scarcity loves to sneak up on the best of us. Author of Fighting with Fear, Kate Downing, is back for another episode teaching us how to use our greatest weapon in the waiting—the fear of God.

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We’re kicking off Season 7 with a powerful two-part series featuring one of our all-time favorites—Kate Downing! Kate is a girls ministry expert and the newest author with Lifeway Girls. Her brand-new Bible study, Fighting with Fear, tackles the everyday fears we all face.

In this episode, we dive into one of the most common struggles among ministry leaders: the fear of man—whether it’s church members, parents, or even their pastor. Together, we’ll explore how to recognize the lies of the enemy, the greatest weapon we have against fear, and what it truly means to be fearful yet unafraid.

Want to grab a copy for you and your teen girls? Check out lifeway.com/fightingwithfear!

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Amanda had the opportunity to sit down with two of our SBC state partners at Southeast Conclave this past January. The goal of the conversation was to hear what they are seeing with teen girls, women in youth ministry, and the gaps of girls ministry. This interview with Dan Gibson and Lee Myers was so fun and so sweet, and we are so grateful for their partnership and commitment to reaching teen girls and championing women in youth ministry in Missouri and Louisiana (and beyond)!

If you serve in an SBC church and want to meet the Next Gen specialist for your state, we'd love to help get you connected! Just reach out to us at girls.ministry@lifeway.com.

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The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt has become a popular book among parents, leaders, and anyone investing in the next generation. And while Haidt isn't a believer, the statistics he shares about the connection between phone-based childhood and anxiety is worth looking at. The impact we are seeing with teens (especially teen girls) is undeniable.

However, we'd be mistaken to say social media and phones is only a teenager problem. Let's talk about the costs that come with these things and boundaries that we can put into place... today.

Don't worry, we'll be back in Season 7 for part 2! In the meantime, grab your own copy and let us know what you're learning. Feedback and questions can be sent to girls.ministry@lifeway.com.

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You know the drill—one text says, “Pray for my math test,” and the next is a tearful call about a family falling apart. Sometimes the prayer request list keeps growing with no end in sight. In this episode, we’re talking about how to care deeply without carrying every burden like it’s ours alone. Let’s laugh a little, sigh a lot, and lean into the God who’s actually in charge of it all.

We are grateful to have prayer warrior, teen girl leader, and Corinne's MOM(!) here with us today. Jill Olund is someone everyone needs to know, because spoiler alert: she's someone we can all learn so much from.

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In this powerful second part of our prayer series, we sit down with Heather Norvell, who serves as the Women’s Minister at Long Hollow Church in Hendersonville, TN. Heather brings deep wisdom and encouragement as we dive into the five essential prayers every leader in ministry should be praying. This conversation is packed with biblical truth, wisdom, and authenticity that will transform your prayer life as a woman leading in youth ministry.

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