Description
How can we believe the Bible is true? Why can’t we just agree that love is love? Isn’t Christianity against diversity?
Going to school, hanging out with friends, or scrolling through social media feeds, teenagers are sure to face real challenges to faith in Jesus Christ. And whether you consider yourself a Christ follower or not, these questions can seem like deal breakers.
Backed by state-of-the-art research, personal stories, Harry Potter illustrations (warning: spoilers!), and careful biblical study, this book doesn’t dodge tough questions. Instead, it invites teenagers to ask their hardest questions about Christianity and to find surprising, life-giving answers.
Table of Contents
Preface
Note to Parents, Grandparents, Guardians, and Friends
Introduction
11. How Can I Live My Best Life Now?
Mental and Physical Health Benefits of the Christian Life
2. Isn’t Christianity against Diversity?
Racism / Slavery / Christianity as the Most Diverse Movement in History
3. Can Jesus Be True for You but Not for Me?
Universal Truth / Relativism / Evangelism
4. Can’t We Just Be Good without God?
God as the Basis for Morality / 9/11 / Hitler / Stalin / Human Identity / Abortion
5. How Can You Believe the Bible Is True?
Evidence for the Gospels / Evidence for the Resurrection / True versus Literal
6. Hasn’t Science Disproved Christianity?
Origins of Science / Science and Faith Controversies / Christian Scientists Today
7. Why Can’t We Just Agree That Love Is Love?
Marriage / Sex / Singleness / Friendship / Same-Sex Attraction / Pornography / Abuse
8. Who Cares If You’re a Boy or a Girl?
Gender / Feminism / Transgender and Non-Binary Identities
9. Does God Care When We Hurt?
God’s Sovereignty in Suffering / God’s Care for Us / Prayer / Purpose
10. How Can You Believe in Heaven and Hell?
Meaning of Heaven and Hell / Sin and Judgment / Salvation / Invitation
A “Thank You” Note
Notes
General Index
Scripture Index
Endorsements
“As a father of five, I was so excited to know about this book. My excitement only grew as I read the truths Rebecca McLaughlin engages in such an accessible manner—many references to Harry Potter and Disney films! Most of all, I was excited to have a theologically rich book that deals with challenging questions that I could place in the hands of my children. This is such an important tool to disciple the next generation!”
John Perritt, Director of Resources, Reformed Youth Ministries; author, Social Media Pressure: Finding Peace Alongside Jesus
“Rebecca McLaughlin doesn’t shy away from difficult conversations about heaven, hell, sexuality, and racism but handles them with gentleness, humility, and a refreshing humor that preteens and young teens will appreciate. Best of all, she presents the gospel so clearly and beautifully. I’m thankful for this winsome resource that I can recommend to young Christians and non-Christians alike.”
Quina Aragon, author, Love Has a Story
Product Details
Title: 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity
Author: Rebecca McLaughlin
ISBN: 9781433571664
Format: Paperback
Page Count: 208