Cultivate

Book Description

In a world where digital connections often replace meaningful relationships, young people desperately need authentic guidance from caring adults who can help them flourish. Jeff Myers addresses this critical need by reviving the timeless practice of mentoring for contemporary Christian communities.

Drawing from extensive research conducted across more than 1,500 Christian educational institutions and churches worldwide over four years, Myers presents practical strategies for nurturing the next generation. His approach recognizes that teenagers and young adults, spanning ages twelve through their twenties, require intentional investment from mature believers who can model authentic faith and wisdom.

This comprehensive guide equips Christian educators, parents, and ministry leaders with tools to foster genuine spiritual development in young people. Rather than relying on programs or technology alone, Myers emphasizes the irreplaceable value of personal relationships that inspire growth across multiple dimensions of life.

The book addresses how mentoring can ignite spiritual maturity, enhance personal drive, increase academic involvement, and strengthen healthy social connections among emerging adults. Myers demonstrates that when experienced believers commit to walking alongside younger individuals, transformation occurs naturally through consistent, caring interaction.

For anyone seeking to make a lasting impact on the rising generation, this resource offers both inspiration and practical wisdom rooted in proven research and real-world application across diverse Christian communities.