Jesus

The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name

In The Jesus Storybook Bible, every story whispers his name. It tells the story beneath all the stories in the Bible.

Jesus Land: A Memoir

The memoir the New York Times Book Review called "heart-stopping and enraging" and about which Entertainment Weekly raved "Jesus Land will break your heart and mend it again"

Sinners go to: HELL. Rightchuss go to: HEAVEN. The end is neer: REPENT. This here is: JESUS LAND.

Julia Scheeres stumbles across these signs along the side of a cornfield while out biking with her adopted brother David. It's the mid-1980s, they're sixteen years old, and have just moved to rural Indiana, a landscape of cottonwood trees and trailer parks--and a racism neither of them is prepared for. While Julia is white, her close relationship with David, who's black, makes them both outcasts. At home, a distant mother--more involved with her church's missionaries than with her own children--and a violent father only compound their problems. When the day comes that high-school hormones, racist brutality, and a deep-seated restlessness prove too much to bear, their parents' solution is reform school--in the Dominican Republic.

In this riveting memoir, first-time author Scheeres takes us with her from the Midwest to a place beyond imagining. Surrounded by natural beauty, the Escuela Caribe is nonetheless characterized by a disciplinary regime that demands its teens repent for their sins under boot-camp conditions. Julia and David's striving to make it through is told here with startling immediacy, extreme candor, and not an ounce of malice.

Jesus Freaks: Stories of Those Who Stood for Jesus, the Ultimate Jesus Freaks

Jesus Freaks by dc Talk and The Voice of the Martyrs, is a companion volume to dc Talk's album of the same name. It is a book for teenagers about martyrdom, containing dozens of profiles of figures ranging from Stephen, whose martyrdom is described in the Book of Acts, to "Anila and Perveen," two teenage Pakistani girls and Christian believers. In 1997, Perveen was killed for running away in order to avoid marrying a Muslim man; Anila was imprisoned for helping her friend escape. In an introduction to the book, Michael Tait explains its purpose: "In a world built on free will instead of God's will, we must be the Freaks. While we may not be called to martyr our lives, we must martyr our way of life. We must put our selfish ways to death and march to a different beat. Then the world will see Jesus." The book's design is hip and easy to read, and its summary of Christian persecutions that continue today is useful--and frightening.

This Gold Medallion-nominated book opens the eyes of a new generation to the persecution of Christians around the world. Created by dc Talk and The Voice of the Martyrs, Jesus Freaks is a companion volume to dc Talk's album of the same name. It's a wake-up call to prayer and to lives of unashamed faith, offering stories of martyrs past and present. The book was written especially for teenagers, with:

-A hip and easy-to-read format
-Timeless Scripture
-Poignant quotes
-Dozens of profiles of martyred figures
-And more

A powerfully enlightening volume.

Contemplative Youth Ministry: Practicing the Presence of Jesus (Youth Specialties)

Youth ministry isn’t about what to say, what to do, or how to be; it’s about serving the needs of the students God has put in your life. This book is an attitude overhaul that creates a more organic approach to youth ministry that helps you create meaningful silence, covenant communities, and contemplative activities that allow your students recognize the presence of Jesus in their everyday lives.

Experiencing the Heart of Jesus: Student Edition (Lucado, Max)

No person can make a lasting impact on others without first being impacted for life by the ultimate life-changer, Jesus Christ. The Experiencing the Heart of Jesus Student Edition is designed specifically for teens who desire to be touched in such a way by an unforgettable encounter with Jesus.

Experiencing the Heart of Jesus Student Edition is not a trendy, hip version of the original workbook. Teens don't need another book to test their Bible knowledge. They need to experience Jesus up-close in a Max Lucado way - to know Him, to understand what He truly feels for them, how He passionately loves and pursues them. By revealing the personality of Jesus, the Experiencing the Heart of Jesus Student Edition brings to life a message of love and acceptance many teens have never heard. In this study, author Max Lucado honestly invites young adults to step closer to Jesus.

Features include:

• 10 intimate chapters on the Person of Jesus Christ
• Weekly lessons that introduce young readers to a warm and personal relationship with Jesus
• Lots of room for journaling
• Encourages group study at school, church, or home

If Jesus Came to My House (reillustrated) (HarperBlessings)

If Jesus came to your house, would he be your age and height? How would you treat him? Would you give him your nicest toys and let him have the longest turn on your rocking horse?

In this simple, touching story, a young boy realizes that he can treat others according to the lessons he would learn if Jesus really did come to his house.

The Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus (Student Edition)

A new presentation of the material in Lee Strobel’s best-selling and Gold Medallion Award-winning book, The Case for Christ. Written specifically for teens and older.

"Excellent for Homeschool Use"

Jesus Among Other Gods (youth Edition)

You can't be friends with God if the God you believe in doesn't really exist.
You can't depend on God if your God is a figment of your imagination.
In a world full of gods, how do you know Jesus is real?

You have probably heard things like:

• All religions lead to the same God.
• All faiths teach the same things.

It doesn't matter what you believe-just that you believe sincerely. But Jesus said that:

• He alone is the way to God.
• He alone shows us the truth of who God is.
• He alone gives us life close to God.

In this youth edition of Jesus Among Other Gods, Ravi Zacharias gives solid evidence as to why we should choose Jesus Christ as THE God among all other gods. Zacharias contrasts the truth of Jesus with the founders of Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism, providing strong descriptions of each faith and solid defenses for the cause of Christ. In addition to the religion comparisons, the book answers questions such as: "What about all the hypocrites at church?" "How scientific is science?" "How can you best share what you believe?" and "Does the Bible teach reincarnation?" You can never be too young to learn how to defend your faith . . . and this book will tell you exactly how to do just that!

In a world with so many religions, why choose Jesus? Apologetics scholar and speaker Ravi Zacharias contrasts the truth of Jesus with the founders of Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism, strengthening believers and compelling them to share their faith with our post-modern world.

Life Of Jesus For Children (The Light Of The World)

"When the people looked at all the sadness and evil in the world, they had trouble believing that God was in charge. 'God's kingdom,' said Jesus, 'is as tiny as the smallest of seeds, but when it is planted it grows into such a huge tree that the birds make their nests in its branches.'"

Newbery Medalist & minister's wife Katherine Paterson retells the life of Jesus in simple, beautiful language for all ages, making the story new again through her trademark generosity and compassion. Iconic images from Jesus's life light the text with the same warmth and directness. A perfect gift book!

Jesus in the Spotlight: John, Chapters 1-10 (Discover 4 Yourself® Inductive Bible Studies for Kids)

Kids "make" a movie to discover who Jesus is and His impact on their lives. Activities and 15–minute lessons make this John 1–10 study in the Discover 4 Yourself® series great for ages 9–12.