
Does this situation sound familiar? You have a situation with a teenager where you so strongly knew that a moral or social issue was black and white (wrong or right) that you put your foot down and demanded that your view be accepted as correct. The teen responds with, "The Bible doesn't say this is wrong" or "The Bible doesn't say this is right." You may suddenly realize that the Bible does not directly speak to that issue. This situation could arise from questions like- How far is too far? Is it alright to social drink? Is this music or movie ok for me?
If you have ever felt helpless to answer these types of questions with your teen, then I want to recommend a great book and event that you need to consider. My good friend Brent Crowe from Orlando, Florida has written Chasing Elephants, which I believe to be the most comprehensive and practical guide to help you and your teens "Wrestle With The Gray Areas Of Life" that are not specifically addressed in Scripture.
Crowe does not try to persuade us on what or why to believe a certain way on these issues but gives us an outline of biblically principled questions to ask that will help us and our kids know how to tackle these so called gray issues. I believe given the opportunity to thoughtfully answer these biblically principled questions, teens will be able to make the right choices on moral and behavioral issues for the rest of their lives. They will know how to believe and live for themselves.
In addition to the book, we have the opportunity to experience Chasing Elephants in person. Crowe and his Leadership Rocks Youth Conference will be in Birmingham for the very fist time March 4-5. This weekend will teach in a relevant way how to apply Chasing Elephants to our lives. Crowe and Dr. Jay Strack will speak, Rush of Fools will lead worship and perform a concert, and illusionist Drew Worsham will creatively reinforce the weekend's teachings. Make plans to be a part of this exciting and much needed event right here in our own city. I encourage you to deal with the gray areas of life and see God's truth.
Greg Davis
President
First Priority Greater Birmingham
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