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Let’s be real.
Sometimes, trying to “squeeze in” a spiritual moment at the end of an activity can feel… forced.
You know the moment:
- Everyone’s laughing, energy is high—
- Then a leader stands up and says, “Okay, let’s get spiritual real quick…”
And suddenly the room goes quiet in the wrong way.
But it doesn’t have to be like that.
Testimony moments don’t have to be awkward or heavy-handed. In fact, they can be the highlight of the night when done with purpose and care.
💡 Why Testimony Moments Matter
The youth program isn’t just about activities. It’s about conversion.
And conversion happens:
- In quiet moments
- In heartfelt expressions
- In spiritual realizations shared with others
Youth need to hear real people talk about real faith. Not just adults, but each other.
Even a short, sincere moment can plant a seed that grows for life.
🧠 5 Ways to Add Testimony Without Making It Weird
1. Tie It to the Activity
Don’t force a separate “spiritual section.” Just connect the experience.
“Tonight reminded me of a scripture where Nephi had to keep going, even when he didn’t have all the answers…”
“As we worked together tonight, I thought about how Christ taught that we’re stronger when we serve one another.”
Make the connection natural, not scripted.
2. Share a One-Minute Story
Stories are powerful and disarming.
Share a time when:
- You struggled with something related to the activity
- You saw the Lord’s hand in a small way
- You felt the Spirit as a teen
Simple. Real. Not preachy.
3. Ask a Youth to Share Something
It doesn’t have to be a “testimony” in the formal sense. Try:
- “Who felt something meaningful tonight?”
- “Did anyone have a scripture or thought that came to mind during that activity?”
- “What did tonight remind you of from church or seminary?”
Youth sharing truth with youth is powerful.
4. Use a Scripture as a Bridge
If you’re not sure what to say, let the Lord speak first.
Pick a verse that connects to the night. Read it. Briefly explain why it matters to you. Then bear a short, sincere testimony.
5. Keep It Short, Sincere, and Spirit-Led
A testimony moment doesn’t need to be a sermon. It just needs to be:
- From the heart
- Pointed toward Christ
- Offered with love
Sometimes 60 seconds of spiritual clarity says more than a 20-minute object lesson.
🙌 The Endgame
When youth hear and share real faith:
- The Spirit shows up
- Barriers come down
- Belief becomes personal
Don’t skip the testimony moment. Don’t let it be an afterthought.
Let it become the heartbeat of the activity.
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