Monrovia, Liberia – Rev. Snoh Myers, Director of the Youth and Young Adults Ministries of the Liberia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church (LAC/UMC), has encouraged young people to live with strength, faith, and steady commitment to God, even during tough and uncertain times.
Speaking at a recent youth event, Buchanan City, Grand Bassa county, Rev. Myers highlighted that true strength comes not just from thinking strong but from being strong. He reminded everyone that life is full of lessons, and although death can feel sudden, believers must stay firm in knowing that judgment and accountability await us all.
“Above all, in the final hour, be committed,” he said. “If you are not truly committed, then you are not committed at all. And if you can’t admit that, then you haven’t understood the true power of thought—the power of a mind shaped by God.”
Sharing a personal story, Rev. Myers recalled a moment from a trip in February years ago when a stranger’s words stuck with him: “Let’s meet on the path.” He explained this as a reminder that faith is a journey that requires readiness and a willingness to follow God’s call.
In a prayerful reflection, he urged young people to seek God not just for themselves but also for their families, children, and communities. He stressed that “the door of our lives is always open to the Spirit of the Son of God,” but every believer also faces a second door—the choice to listen and follow Christ.
Speaking honestly about his own moments of doubt, Rev. Myers encouraged youth not to lose hope when they feel unsure. Instead, he advised patience and trust in God’s timing.
“When you don’t know what to do, don’t give up,” he said. “Listen carefully. Be patient. Because what you need most in those moments is time. Yes—what we need is time.”
Rev. Myers’ message highlighted the importance of resilience, spiritual commitment, and trust in God as key values for the next generation of church leaders.
