Dean Sikes
Author | Speaker | Television Host — You Matter
Since January of 1993, Dean Sikes has been on the road, ministering words of hope in high schools, Teen Challenge Centers and prisons across America and in nations of the world. He’s spoken at over 4,200 events, sharing his YOU MATTER message with millions of teenagers. Dean also hosts YOU MATTER Television, a national television broadcast, which reaches millions of people on social media. Dean has written 33 books for teens and their families. Together with his wife, Lori, the Sikes family makes their home in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Dean will discuss his latest book Hope 365: A Daily Devotional for Teens which is due out September 1, 2026. It’s a year-long guide designed to help adolescents build confidence in their identity and recognize their divine purpose.
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