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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 Psalms
Prayer helps young people deepen their connection with God. It can help them notice and express their doubts, hopes, gratitude, fears, and joys as they learn to lean on God for help. Through this guided prayer activity, you’ll lead your group to think about psalms and how they help people connect with God. Then, you’ll guide students as they write their own psalm. This is a form of prayer your teenagers can try on their own whenever they process big or complex emotions and situations.
Bible passages and teaching topics to pair this activity with: Worry, doubt, anger, joy, gratitude, emotions, God’s presence, Psalms
Bible passages referenced: Psalm 13, Psalm 19, Psalm 23, Psalm 55
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 sample
