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Teach teenagers to pray in their own words, in their own way.
FYI’s On-the-Go prayer activities empower you to lead teenagers at every age and stage into deeper conversation with God. Each low-prep activity includes a quick centering or focus prayer, interactive reflection, and practical application prompts that get students praying in their own words. Use them at weekly youth groups, special events, camps, and retreats to teach your teens fresh and engaging ways to pray.
Praying with Gratitude and Joy
Prayer helps young people deepen their connection with God and can help them vocalize their praise and affection, worries and concerns, and thankfulness towards their Creator. Through this prayer journaling activity, you’ll lead your group to discuss and think deeply about what they’re thankful for, ultimately forming prayers of gratitude in their own words. Your teens can try this prayer exercise any time they’d like to focus on gratitude.
Bible passages and teaching topics to pair this activity with: gratitude, thankfulness, giving thanks, Thanksgiving
Bible passages referenced: 1 Thessalonians 5, Philippians 4
What’s included with each downloadable activity:
- Step-by-step prayer activity leader guide
- Printable student page for engagement and reflection
- Small group discussion questions to help students make meaning
- FREE BONUS: 8 tips for leading deeper prayer in your youth group
Download a free prayer activity sample
