There is something deeply woven into the human condition that craves certainty about what lies ahead. Every decision we make is oriented toward the future. We plan, we worry, we wonder, and we hope. It is no accident that across every culture and every generation, people have been drawn to fortune tellers, psychics, and anyone who claims to pull back the curtain on what tomorrow holds. The appetite for knowing the future is not a modern phenomenon. It is ancient, universal, and deeply human.

Nearly 18% of adolescents in the U.S. have engaged in non-suicidal self-injury, and suicide is the second leading cause of death among teens aged 15–19. These aren’t just statistics. These are students we’ve baptized, attendees of CF Students, and young people who serve in ministry. And when we forget that, we risk being unprepared to walk with them when the darkness comes. So, what do we do as parents?

Anyone who has spent time in the ocean knows how quickly the water can change. One moment you feel steady. The next, the current shifts, and you realize you are being pulled farther than you intended to go. Sin often works the same way.

If you’ve made the decision to follow Jesus, one of the most important steps you should take next is baptism. But maybe you’re wondering, “Why? What exactly is baptism? And do I really need to do it?”

The Miami Herald highlighted how Christ Fellowship’s Caring for Miami is partnering with UHI CommunityCare Clinic to bring free dental care to uninsured and low-income residents in Opa-locka. Read the full story here.

Without the pressure of homework, early alarms, and packed calendars, summer gives us a unique window to connect with our kids in a more intentional way. It doesn’t have to be complicated; with just a little purpose and planning, we can go deeper in discipling our children. Here are five simple rhythms to help you do just that.