Popular Christian Social Influencers for Teens

Social media has gotten a bad rap, and for good reason, considering teen mental health has taken quite a nose-dive due to its consumption. But there are some bright spots to social media for our kids as well. If you’re looking for some Christian influencers your teens might benefit from following, here are five Christian influencers who have gotten particularly popular the last few years.

 

Sadie Robertson Huff

Known for her appearance on the reality TV show Duck Dynasty, Sadie has become a prominent Christian influencer. She uses her platform to share her faith, offer encouragement, and discuss topics like self-worth, relationships, and overcoming fear. She also hosts the WHOA That’s Good podcast, where she interviews various guests about faith and life.

Lecrae

Lecrae is a Grammy Award-winning Christian hip-hop artist who reaches young audiences with his music and messages of faith. He uses his social media platforms to share his personal journey, discuss important social issues, and encourage his followers to live out their faith authentically.

Bethany Hamilton

Bethany Hamilton became a household name after surviving a shark attack and returning to professional surfing. She shares her faith journey, encouraging young people to trust in God through life’s challenges. Bethany is also active on social media, where she posts about faith, family, and perseverance.

Jordan Lee Dooley

Jordan Lee Dooley is an author, speaker, and entrepreneur who connects with young women through her podcast She and her social media presence. She shares practical advice on living out one’s faith, achieving personal goals, and navigating life’s challenges.

Jefferson Bethke

Jefferson Bethke gained popularity with his viral YouTube video “Why I Hate Religion, But Love Jesus.” He continues to influence teenagers through his online content, books, and podcasts. His focus is on making faith relevant and relatable, addressing topics like identity, relationships, and the gospel.

 

There’s only so much we can do to keep our teens healthy and engaging with uplifting, encouraging resources. God, on the other hand, has more influence on their lives than we ever will. So let’s pray for our teens heading into this school year –– that the Lord grows them closer to Him and to others around them who are on the same faith journey