INTRODUCTION TO REACH4LIFE

Reach4Life is a comprehensive, Christian life skills programme for young people – with a particular focus on identity, sexuality and relationships – that brings about holistic spiritual and behavioural transformation. It is based on the idea that comprehensive behavioural change is only possible once there is a spiritual revolution in the hearts and minds of young people.

It was initially developed for teens between the ages of 12 and 18, however it has been found to be effective with pre-adolescents from as young as 10 (before the onset of sexual activity) right up to young adults in their early 20s who are still facing questions of who they are and how they can make wise life choices.

The core of the programme is the Reach4Life Bible that contains – in addition to the full text of the New Testament (using the New International Readers Version or NIrV) – lessons and stories that guide young people to faith in Christ, belief in themselves, and gives them the essential life skills and resilience to face the many challenges and temptations facing youth today.

There is a special focus on building a strong identity in Christ, helping young people address the central question: Who am I? The programme takes young people through 4 life journeys with 10 lessons in each, addressing issues like sex, relationships, emotional pain, drug and alcohol use and social media.

The programme is facilitated in a small group context and is taught by peer educators – mostly young people who have had to make some of the same difficult choices that teens face – recognising that lasting transformation only happens in relationships where authenticity and trust is present. Peer educators serve as role models and mentors where they have the opportunity to help the rising generation achieve its fullest potential.

To exist, all you have to do is breathe. But to live, to really live, you must believe. Reach4Life challenges you to breathe heaven’s air supply. It is designed to inspire you to plug into a relationship with God, the raw power of the Bible, the wisdom of saving lovemaking for marriage, the support of a local church, the beauty of a transformed life, and the opportunity to change the world one person at a time!