The Barna Group released some great research today about teens and their role models. You can read the full article here. I’ve summarized the research below:
The nationwide sample of teenagers asked 13- to 17-year-olds to identify the person whom they admire most today as a role model, other than their parents. A follow-up question probed the reasons they define that person as a role model.
The most popular answers (in order):
37%–A relative
11%–Coaches
9%–Friends
5%–Religious leaders
5%–Sports heroes
4%–Politicians
4%–Faith leaders
As you can see from the research, a Christian coach can have quite the impact on a teen.
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Tim Briggs is the Creative Media Pastor at Church at Charlotte in Charlotte, NC. He blogs regularly at Church Sports Outreach. He also regularly writes about ministry, the church, technology, culture, and creative stuff. He is married with two children and is currently pursuing a M.A. in Biblical Studies from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary.