Open to Impact

How teens want the world to change and what they need to make an impact

Young people are seemingly oriented toward justice and activism—a trend Barna has tracked for decades, and now, on a global scale. Today’s teens have a high conviction toward justice—they want to see change in the world and can envision themselves being part of it. Having confidence to act on injustices, however, doesn’t come easy for today’s teens.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

"My generation has the ability to make a positive and meaningful impact on the world."

Making the Connection

A through-line emerges that the Church can’t ignore: the most compassionate, faithful and committed teens have high expectations for their churches to be front and center on justice issues—and to equip them and others to make an impact.

The Bible Draws Teens to Jesus

“I believe that the Christian Bible ...”

Jesus commitment
Bible engagement
Justice motivation


Jesus Offers a Model for Justice

“I believe that ...”

Jesus commitment
Bible engagement
Justice motivation


Justice Is a Biblical Matter

“I believe that the Christian Bible ...”

Jesus commitment
Bible engagement
Justice motivation

03 | How Teens Around the World Can Make an Impact

In this journal, we explore how a famously activism-oriented generation perceives important matters of justice in the world—and how a relationship with Jesus and the Bible can impact this perspective.

Webinar: How Teens Around the World Can Make an Impact

October 19th @ 1PM (Melbourne, London, Chicago)


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