Of the twenty to thirty kids who came and went more-or-less
regularly from our 1980s youth group, I’m guessing perhaps 30-40% are still
walking with the Lord today. Of the remainder, some are living morally decent
but secular lives. Some would still call themselves Christians but don’t really
fellowship with other believers anymore. Some are in a major mess, or in the
process of trying to climb out of it.
Almost every serious Christian goes through this with a
close friend at one point or another. It is very discouraging to witness
someone else’s spiritual decline, especially when your own heart and life are
deeply invested in their welfare.
