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The Online Course for Christian Parents
Navigating Smartphones,
Social Media, and Tech Use
"Hope For The Anxious Generation"
"Hope For The Anxious Generation"
This is a 5-session seminar for parents, grandparents and those who work with children and teens who want to better understand their kids and create smart boundaries for technology use.
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INTRODUCING
"Suppose You Give A Kid A Smartphone"
A Discussion Starter for Families
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Two stories. One powerful parenting choice.
Teach kids to use tech with purpose.
Help your child thrive in a wired world.
Start a discussion with your family.
From Steve and Sara Otey of Engage Family Ministries, Suppose You Give a Kid a Smartphone is a one-of-a-kind, flip-style book that invites families to rethink when is the right time to receive a smartphone.
On one side, Suppose You Give a Kid a Smartphone explores what can happen when a child receives a phone too soon. It’s not meant to frighten—but to reflect the real challenges today’s families face in a digital world.
Flip the book over to read Suppose You WAIT to Give a Kid a Smartphone, a hopeful vision of what is possible when parents choose courage
The Anxious Generation, this story imagines what life could look like when families delay smartphone use.
Designed as a conversation tool in the style of a children’s story, this book helps families discuss when and why to introduce smartphones, and how to prepare kids’ hearts before they ever hold one in their hands.
Rooted in biblical wisdom, Suppose You Give a Kid a Smartphone encourages parents to model healthy technology habits and to trust the Lord with every parenting decision.
Choose wisely. Choose time. Choose hope.
The Problem...
Kids Today Are Facing Pressures That
NO Generation Has Faced Before
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Rising Anxiety
Since 2010, adolescent anxiety has been rising quickly
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Rising Depression
More teens are in therapy and fighting depression than ever
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Tech Addiction
Dopamine is tethering our kids to their devices
INTRODUCING
"Hope For The Anxious Generation"
including...
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Research-Backed Insights
Gain an understanding of culture from key resources
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Biblically-Grounded Advice
Pastoral insights anchored in God's Word
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Practical Steps for Your Family
Real-world solutions that you can implement today
Course Outline
Session 1: Intro and Perspective
A new way to think about the time with our kids
A Biblical foundation for parenting
An introduction to The Anxious Generation
Session 2: Childhood Re-wired
Perspective to know how we got here...
What kids need in childhood
How parents can be more intentional
Session 3: The 4 Harms
Jonathan Haidt's "4 Harms"
A deeper understanding of how social media impacts our brains
A challenge for parents to lead well
Session 4: What Can We Do?
Discipleship in your family
4 ways to use technology wisely
Resources to change your tech use
Session 5: A Path Toward Hope
A vision of what could be...
A new story for your family
How to reclaim HUGE amounts of time with your family
BONUS RESOURCES
included with every course
The Tech Pledge
This technology pledge will help your family make Godly commitments with tech use.
Our Phone Foundation
This Smartphone Contract will help you lay a strong foundation for using smartphones.
Meet Your Teacher
Steve Otey is a father of four, veteran youth and family pastor, communicator, and entrepreneur who has spent more than two decades helping kids, teens, and parents thrive in a rapidly changing culture.
After years of serving in full-time ministry by teaching, counseling families, leading student programs, and leading camps and conferences, Steve clearly understands that the world kids are growing up in is moving faster than most families can manage.
That conviction led Steve and his wife Sara to create Engage Family Ministries, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with the tools, truth, and confidence they need to raise emotionally strong, spiritually grounded kids in the digital age.
In addition to his pastoral work, Steve is also the creator of a game that has reached millions of students around the world: 9 Square in the Air. Through years of working with schools, churches, camps, and youth organizations, Steve has had a front-row seat to the state of today’s generation...its challenges, pressures, habits, anxieties, and opportunities. From late-night cabin conversations at summer camp to mentor sessions with parents, he has walked with families through everything from device addiction and sleep loss to friendship drama, mental health struggles, and spiritual drift.
Steve has taught, trained, and encouraged leaders from every corner of the U.S., and his experience allows him to bridge the world of ministry, youth culture, technology, business and family life in a way that is practical, research-based, and full of hope.
Today, Steve spends his time writing, teaching, creating seminars, and developing resources for Christian parents, including his newest course, Hope For The Anxious Generation, a step-by-step roadmap for navigating smartphones, social media, anxiety, and modern teen culture with wisdom.
At the heart of everything Steve does is a simple belief:
Parents don’t need to be perfect. They just need to be present, intentional, and connected to God's truth.
Steve and his family are passionate about helping parents build homes where the Gospel is lived, relationships are strengthened, and kids can grow into resilient, confident, faith-filled adults.
"I enjoyed the entire course! It was informative and engaging!"
"We quickly implemented some changes with our family's phone usage. Thank you!"
This training gave me hope and I felt understood. It gave me examples of changes I can easily make right away
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Watch This Course with Friends?
Absolutely! In fact, we'd encourage it! Whether it's you and your spouse, a small group, or a parenting class at a church or school, we think watching this material with others will only deepen your conversations and help you to clarify your insights!
Plus, we don't charge more for the course if you'll be be showing it to a larger group, so invite away!
What If I Don't Know Much About Teen Culture?
This course is perfect for you! You don't have to know much of anything at this point about teen culture, and Steve breaks down essentials you need to know for this topic.
How Long Do I Have Access to the Course & When Does It Start?
You'll have access to all 5 sessions immediately, and the course is completely at your own pace, so there's no deadline to complete it.
(All 5 sessions combined are around 90 minutes in length.)
Do I Need to Have a Teen Before Starting?
No! In fact, if your kids are younger, now is a great time to learn this information. You will be equipped with knowledge essential to help your family make wise decisions about how to use technology.
Should I Invest In This Course Before Buying a Smartphone For My Child?
Absolutely! The low price of this course will pay massive dividends in your home if you think through these crucial topics before giving your child a smartphone. You can literally help your child avoid life altering bad decisions with the information in this course.
Who Is This Course For?
Parents & Grandparents who want to understand kids and teens more deeply
Anyone overwhelmed by smartphones, social media, and modern teen culture
Parents who want to build resilient, confident, emotionally strong kids
What Topics Do We Cover?
An overview of the book The Anxious Generation
Understanding Teen Culture and the Impact of Smartphones
Key Biblical insights for parenting
4 ways to use technology wisely
Who Is This Course
NOT For?
Parents who have it all together
You do not want to see your kids making better choices with technology
This course and content is inspired by, but not endorsed by or affiliated with Jonathan Haidt, NYU or Penguin Press. We deeply respect their work and strive to add our Christian perspective to their fantastic work.
