Best Teen & Young Adult Christian Social Issues

Thanks to social media, these desires now get channeled online. Topics covered include: Living for God's approval, not human approval; Cultivating a true identity; Using social media wisely; Building a positive reputation online; Spreading kindness, love, and compassion; Distinguishing online friends from real friends; Building deep connections that last; Handling rejection, criticism, and volatile emotions; Activating your Christian faith; and Making an eternal difference, not a temporary splash. Using relatable anecdotes, thoughtful reflection questions, and Biblical references, Kari empowers young women to make sound decisions that will bring them closer to God and His purpose for their lives. Liked is truly a first of its kind for teen girls, turning down the artificial noise of her world to emphasize God's true voice of unconditional love and grace." Trying to raise kids is like a constantly moving target in today's world and her wisdom and insight helps and encourages me as I find my way in the parenting journey. "Kari's empathy, wisdom, and compassion are gifts to all women, and I'm grateful that, in Liked , her life-giving, uplifting, and encouraging words continually remind teenage girls (and the rest of us!). - Sophie Hudson, author of Giddy Up, Eunice and Home is Where My People Are "As a mom of four growing daughters I am grateful for the heart, ministry, and words of Kari. She tackles tough questions and real struggles with Biblical truth and priceless wisdom, empowering young women to live free from the pressure to pretend they are someone they aren't because they are already loved just as they are!

-- Temple Grandin , Author, Thinking in Pictures, The Autistic Brain. ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE'S 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE IN THE WORLD. Developed by a team of teens, parents, and educators, the proven methods in Manecke's book provide your kids with the people skills and confidence they'll need throughout their lives. Each lesson is presented in an entertaining style, with quips, tips, and easy-to-adopt strategies that will teach your teenager the critical elements of good communication. In this book, your teen will discover how to: * Develop self-esteem and beat crippling social anxiety. * Make new friends and speak with confidence. * Sail through the most difficult of interviews for scholarships, programs, and jobs. * Become an effective volunteer. * Improve their school programs and community through effective fundraising. * Succeed at work and stand out to their employer, and much, much more! Like my first book, the tips and techniques are based on the same proven customer service and sales methods used by successful businesses all over the world. In addition, I've added valuable information on finding and keeping a job, overcoming stress, and the benefits of volunteering. It will help make a teen a superstar employee--the type companies jump through hoops to have on their team.

Through very funny stories, Scripture, and a real understanding of the good, bad, and ugly ways we can use our words, Annie Downs explores the difference you can make when you speak love to others, to God, and even to yourself. Because when you speak love, you speak life. By weaving together personal stories, humor, and Scripture, she invites the young women reading to experience fulfilled lives with a God who made them on purpose and loves them deeply.

This beautifully crafted collector’s edition invites children to discover—through vibrant illustrations, read-along CDs, and the entire book animated on DVD—that Jesus is at the center of God’s great story of salvation … and at the center of their story, too. A native of England, Sally currently lives in New York City. True, that’s to be expected when you combine the mesmerizing illustrations of Jago and the award-winning writing of Sally Lloyd-Jones, a Brit with an uncanny knack for storytelling.” More to Life Magazine ( More to Life Magazine ). --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

– Alex and Brett Do Hard Things is the Harris twins' revolutionary message in its purest and most compelling form, giving readers a tangible glimpse of what is possible for teens who actively resist cultural lies that limit their potential. Combating the idea of adolescence as a vacation from responsibility, the authors weave together biblical insights, history, and modern examples to redefine the teen years as the launching pad of life. It is crystal clear, to the point, interesting, funny, challenging, encouraging, and an easy read.” – Lisa R., age 15, Australia “Adult expectations for youth are too low. Or as the Harris brothers would say, ‘Rebel against low expectations.’” – John Piper, bestselling author of Don’t Waste Your Life “The message of Do Hard Things is going to awaken the dreams and passions of thousands of young people all over the world. I recommend it to any and every teen who has a desire to turn their life around and make a difference.” – Ashley W., age 13, Georgia “Alex and Brett capture the passion and potential of our generation perfectly in this book. And not just for those wanting to launch successfully into adulthood, but also for discontent twenty- and thirty-somethings who long to be catapulted into significance.” – Ted Slater, editor of Boundless, Focus on the Family “I'm not exactly a teenager anymore. I can't recommend it highly enough.” – Shannon Ethridge, bestselling author of the Every Woman's Battle series “This book is a wake up call to a generation that is down in the dumps. I'd recommend it to anyone, young or old.” – Douglas A., age 17, England “ Do Hard Things is the textbook for anyone who works with teens; it’s a philosophical and foundational must-read.” – Timothy Eldred, executive director of Christian Endeavor International.

One God, One Plan, One Life helps teens to cut through life’s distractions and rely on the one thing that is truly important—a relationship with God. With more than 130 million products in print, Max Lucado is America's bestselling inspirational author.

This One Year book is a diary-style devotional for tween girls (9 to 14) that emphasizes their growing, special relationship with God. The book emphasizes that tween girls can have a relationship with God and that they can share their intimate thoughts, fears, insecurities, joys, etc. In this devotional, bestselling teen and tween author Sandra Byrd tackles 365 of those questions with scripturally based answers designed just for today’s girl.

Finding ways to connect on a spiritual level with teens can be difficult. Joe White "knows more about teens than anyone in North America," says Dr. James Dobson of Focus on the Family.