What if your teen’s questions about God aren’t a sign that you’ve failed?

When your teen shuts down, pushes back, or doesn’t want to talk about faith, it can stir up fear fast. You may wonder if you said too much, didn’t say enough, or somehow missed something as a mom.

In this honest conversation with Kasey Leander from Summit Ministries, we talk about why faith questions are often part of a teen’s healthy search for identity—and how listening can become one of the most powerful communication skills you use to build connection instead of pushing your teen away.

You’ll learn:

• Why teens need to make faith their own
• What may really be underneath their faith questions
• How to show empathy without agreement
• Why listening does not mean you’re giving up truth

If your teen is questioning, doubting, or pulling away from conversations about God, this episode will help you stay calm, connected, and anchored in hope.

If you’re ready for real change in your conversations with your teen…

I want to invite you to my free live Connect With Your Teen workshop. Inside this workshop, I’ll show you simple, real shifts you can use right away—so you know what to say, create space for your teen to open up, and stop second-guessing yourself after every conversation.

🗓 May 12 • 9 AM PST (+ Coffee Chat Q&A May 13)

👉 Save your spot: https://connectwithyourteens.com/workshop

Discover how Kasey Leander and Summit Ministries helps students navigate tough questions about faith and culture: SummitMinistries.org

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