Synopses & Reviews
One of the great spiritual uplifts of the past decade--and a notable commercial success--combing to touch millions of lives, is the series Chicken Soup for the Soul. Series co-author Irene Dunlap has developed a new book that builds on the universal appeal and acceptance of those books--taking meaningful testimonies a step further, seeking out relevant messages, creatively assembling a group of stories from celebrities and everyday people alike. The remarkable "touch" in those Chicken Soup books--the chemistry that captured a generation of readers and gift-givers--is more powerful Then even in this collection specially designed for students--youth of the 21st century, youth who need to hear of God's ever-present encouragement as never before, youth who can see themselves in stories of trial, tribulation--and triumph. There are no holds barred in the list of topics in this book. Every young reader will see himself; every young reader will see a way that she can learn from a story and touch another's life. Overcoming sorrow, finding joy, dealing with addictions, realizing self-esteeem, and, beyond that, self-respect, deflecting rejections, learning to encourage, and-best of all-finding God in surprising, hidden, and unbelievable places. God is alive and well! But what a tragedy that so many high-school don't know it, can't seem to want it--and haven't heard it. But Psalm 96:3 tells us. "Publish his glorious acts throughout the earth. "Tell everyone about the amazing thing he does!" This book for students, both believers and non-believers, will do that. It is a great resource for youth workers to illustrate important points, and to lead their students to deeper truths and messages they canrelate to. No "anonymous" or "generic" testimonies here--this book has real stories from real people, making a real impact. Most of the stories are by teens--older and younger students, from a variety of ethnic backgrounds and religious convictions, sharing raw accounts of grief and astonishing tales of healing and everything in between. Jesus is glorified! Also there are stories by older people-celebrities from areas like sports and entertainment--with special messages for youth! Readers will be encouraged by testimonies from Jaci Velasquez members of Audio Adrenaline, and T-Bone. True Stories from the Real Live Of Real Teenagers Volume 1 is a classic that will touch millions of lives. It teaches young readers how to find Jesus, how to share Jesus, and how to know Jesus, More than "chicken soup," this book is an overflowing dish of rich delights, for every appetite, and every hungry soul.
Synopsis
Every young reader will see himself; every young reader will see a way that she can learn from a story and touch another's life. Overcoming sorrow, finding joy, dealing with addictions, realizing self-esteem, and, beyond that, self-respect, deflecting rejections, learning to encourage, and--best of all--finding God in surprising, hidden, and unbelievable places. This is what readers will discover.