Rick Horne provides an accurate view of our current situation and how
parents and others who work with teens can address the issue of anger.
Both
adults and teens are guilty of sinful actions and attitudes. Horne
reminds us of this truth and throughout the book uses Scripture to
support his suggestions. When talking with teens, we must remember that
they are not the only ones who sin. We are not to ignore their sin, but
by remembering our own tendencies we can open doors to reaching teens.
By determining to glorify God in our interactions, we present a stance
that will lead teens to open up and talk.
Horne uses many examples
of interactions between adults and teens - some not so good examples
and some better following his plan. Our author outlines and then
suggests the following plan of action for the parent or others working
with the angry teen: