Nearly any time I go on a long trip alone, hit bad weather, or I get separated from a friend in a crowd, I thank God for my cell phone. It provides me with safety, and a convenient way to stay in touch with friends and family members who are far away.

However, the convenience of cell phones and increased communication technology has not been completely positive. Not only have we become addicted to our phones and technology, but it’s opened new horizons for immorality.

It’s difficult to turn on any mainstream news channel without hearing about teenagers sexting (using their cell phones to send nude or semi-nude pictures of themselves or someone else). Though up to 25% of teens admit to participating in sexting, we as youth leaders and parents are not without hope. ONCOURSE published a great article on the topic that provides information on what it is, how to prevent it, and how to address it in your youth group.