Synopses & Reviews
A Teen's Guide to Christian Living takes a refreshing look at real faith in God and how it sustains the younger believer through the ups and downs of life. As teens cope with the pain and fear of divorced parents, broken or abusive relationships, illness, or simply with the pressures of everyday living, this book will help to keep them on solid ground and gain a deeper understanding of their faith through answers to questions like:
- How well does God know me? Does He love me in spite of things I've said and done?
- Is there a best way to pray? How does prayer make a difference?
- Does God watch over my family even if they don't all believe in Him?
- Does loving God mean I can't go to parties, kiss or flirt?
- Should I only associate with people who believe what I believe?
- Can I still be a regular teen with regular friends and a regular life?
A particular strength of this book lies in stories by teens who share how they learned to rely on God during a moment of truth in their lives-stories that will inspire other teens to surmount life's challenges. Each chapter teaches a particular topic and closes with thought-provoking questions that will help teens examine their lives and put Christian principles into practice.
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. 347-350).
About the Author
Bettie B. Youngs, Ph.D., Ed.D., is the author of twenty-six books published in thirty-one languages and is a former Teacher-of-the-Year, university professor and an acknowledged expert on teens. Along with her daughter Jennifer, she coauthored the runaway best-selling series, Taste Berries for Teens. Bettie has appeared frequently on CNN, NBC Nightly News and Oprah.Jennifer Youngs is a speaker and workshop presenter for teens and parents nationwide. She is also the author of Feeling Great, Looking Hot & Loving Yourself.Debbie Thurman, has been actively involved in Christian ministry for more than twenty years. She is the author of From Depression to Wholeness, and Hold My Heart: A Teen's Journal for Healing and Personal Growth.