by Patricia A. Miller (Author), Keith R. Miller (Author)
Drugs and alcohol. Self-injury. Eating disorders. Puberty. Suicide. Sexual purity. These are just a few of the challenges facing teens and young adults today. This concise, topical guide to the Bible is the perfect tool for parents and youth pastors wanting to provide scriptural guidance to youth regarding the issues they face in their formative years. Now updated, revised, and expanded with new topics.
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Healing words for teens from God's Word--right at your fingertips
For counselors, pastors, youth pastors, and parents, this essential user-friendly reference has been thoroughly updated and revised to reflect the needs of teens in a rapidly changing world. Arranged topically for easy access to the Scriptures that speak to the heart of each issue teens face, this book covers a wide range of subjects. Among the more than 125 topics are- abuse
- attitude
- bullies
- dating
- divorced parents
- Facebook and the Internet
- forgiving others
- jealousy
- materialism
- movies
- peer pressure
- rumors
- self-injury
- sexual purity
- sports
- suicide
- terrorism
- worry In addition to the appropriate Scriptures, topics include a list of biblical narratives illustrating the topic, practical steps to take, and suggested resources. Pastors, parents, and counselors will quickly discover that this is an essential tool for helping teens blossom into strong Christian adults. Keith R. Miller is professor of Bible and theology at Calvary University and a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Calvary Bible College, and Dallas Theological Seminary. He is the author of Quick Scripture Reference for Counseling Men. Patricia A. Miller is a professor and program director for biblical counseling at Calvary University. She is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Western Illinois University, and Calvary Theological Seminary, and the author of Quick Scripture Reference for Counseling Women. The Millers live in the Kansas City area.
Author Biography
Keith R. Miller is professor of Bible and theology at Calvary University. He is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Calvary Bible College, and Dallas Theological Seminary. Patricia A. Miller is a professor and program director for biblical counseling at Calvary University. She is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Western Illinois University, and Calvary Theological Seminary. The Millers live in the Kansas City area.