New Beginnings Baptist Church

September 7th, 2025 | Fortify | Ephesians 5:15-16Parenting teenagers in 2025 isn’t the same as it was in 1995. The culture has shifted, the pressure has intensified, and the voices shaping our kids are louder—and more deceptive—than ever.In this crucial message, Jake Peterman continues our family series by addressing one of the most important and urgent topics in the life of the church today: raising the next generation in a world that’s spiritually dark, morally confused, and digitally discipling our kids every day.Anchored in Matthew 10:16 and Ephesians 5:15–16, Jake unpacks what it means to walk in wisdom, parent with intentionality, and engage in the spiritual battle happening right now for the hearts and minds of our teenagers. In This Episode you'll find:Why protecting your kids is not enough—you have to prepare themWhat it means to be “wise as serpents, innocent as doves” in a digital ageHow to model godliness in a culture of compromiseThe difference between sheltering and shepherdingReal stats and