http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/ YouthWorker.com - Books en-us Copyright 2008 - YouthWorker.com Salem Publishing - RSS Generator rss@YouthWorker.com rss@YouthWorker.com Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:15:01 GMT Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:15:01 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/ http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/ http://media.salemwebnetwork.com/ywj/system/gr/ywj_logo_rss.jpg 250 51 http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595786/ The apostle Paul first referred to the Greek Olympians when writing “run in such a way as to win the prize.” Olympic Gold medalist Josh Davis captures more than 60 devotionals from a variety of world-class... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:09:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595786/ Josh Davis The apostle Paul first referred to the Greek Olympians when writing “run in such a way as to win the prize.” Olympic Gold medalist Josh Davis captures more than 60 devotionals from a variety of world-class... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595784/ Are there valuable insights on forgiveness outside of Christianity? This overtly humanistic resource aims to bypass “all of the pious sounding statements” about forgiveness and “all the fruitless sermonizing... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:05:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595784/ Michael E. McCullough Are there valuable insights on forgiveness outside of Christianity? This overtly humanistic resource aims to bypass “all of the pious sounding statements” about forgiveness and “all the fruitless sermonizing... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595777/ There is a myth that living in God’s will guarantees a life with no wrecks. This book pushes hard against that myth. Some try to deny it or draw attention away from it, but we all have some part of our... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:57:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595777/ Ryan Dobson and Toben Heim There is a myth that living in God’s will guarantees a life with no wrecks. This book pushes hard against that myth. Some try to deny it or draw attention away from it, but we all have some part of our... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595773/ Donald Miller’s writing is gold. His somber reflections on life touch something deep within you, making you want to be a better person. If you enjoyed Blue Like Jazz, you’ll enjoy Jazz Notes. Going to... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:52:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595773/ Donald Miller and Stephen J. Nichols Donald Miller’s writing is gold. His somber reflections on life touch something deep within you, making you want to be a better person. If you enjoyed Blue Like Jazz, you’ll enjoy Jazz Notes. Going to... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595769/ In Young’s sleeper hit novel, God sets aside a weekend to lead Mack, a man overwhelmed by a family tragedy, into a more trusting relationship with Herself. Yes, Herself. All three persons of the Trinity... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:47:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595769/ William P. Young In Young’s sleeper hit novel, God sets aside a weekend to lead Mack, a man overwhelmed by a family tragedy, into a more trusting relationship with Herself. Yes, Herself. All three persons of the Trinity... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595768/ Everyone knows the right answer to the question, “Would you die for your faith?” If you want to start a good conversation, try the question James David Jordan poses in his novel Forsaken: “Would you let... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:44:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595768/ James David Jordan Everyone knows the right answer to the question, “Would you die for your faith?” If you want to start a good conversation, try the question James David Jordan poses in his novel Forsaken: “Would you let... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595765/ Matlock’s sixth book in his Wisdom series for teenagers reflects the same careful attention to Scripture and practical advice that characterize his other books, but it may be one of his most important.... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:39:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595765/ Mark Matlock Matlock’s sixth book in his Wisdom series for teenagers reflects the same careful attention to Scripture and practical advice that characterize his other books, but it may be one of his most important.... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595762/ As a comic book fan, I was excited and puzzled to see a graphic novel featuring one of my favorite bands, P.O.D. I guess my review begins with, “Why?” Why does P.O.D have super powers? Why is the mysterious... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:35:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595762/ Matt Broome, Tom Carroll and Bud Rogers As a comic book fan, I was excited and puzzled to see a graphic novel featuring one of my favorite bands, P.O.D. I guess my review begins with, “Why?” Why does P.O.D have super powers? Why is the mysterious... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595756/ Fields does a nice job of encouraging Christians at any age who struggle with the monotony of a daily quiet time and the guilt that can come if we do not have one every single day. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:27:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595756/ Doug Fields Fields does a nice job of encouraging Christians at any age who struggle with the monotony of a daily quiet time and the guilt that can come if we do not have one every single day. http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595755/ On the night of a full moon, I shared dinner with seven girls (from Christian and Jewish to non-religious) to learn why they love “Twilight,” the vampire romance series by Stephenie Meyer. Edward, Meyer’s... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:15:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595755/ Cheri Gillard On the night of a full moon, I shared dinner with seven girls (from Christian and Jewish to non-religious) to learn why they love “Twilight,” the vampire romance series by Stephenie Meyer. Edward, Meyer’s... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595754/ My Future and My Changes, the two latest books in the Middle School Survival Series, inform middle school students about (you guessed it) changes and the future. Some “tweens” may or may not already be... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:04:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595754/ Mark Ostreicher & Scott Rubin My Future and My Changes, the two latest books in the Middle School Survival Series, inform middle school students about (you guessed it) changes and the future. Some “tweens” may or may not already be... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595753/ With a friendly size and approachable language, this back-pocket resource modestly explores key themes from the epic book (and movie) Prince Caspian. Familiar and unfamiliar readers of all ages can dig... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595753/ Thomas Williams With a friendly size and approachable language, this back-pocket resource modestly explores key themes from the epic book (and movie) Prince Caspian. Familiar and unfamiliar readers of all ages can dig... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595752/ For kids who can’t keep earbuds out of their ears, try giving them Word of Promise Youth Edition. The simplified translation and dramatic readings (by famous young people) hopefully will spark interest... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:55:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595752/ For kids who can’t keep earbuds out of their ears, try giving them Word of Promise Youth Edition. The simplified translation and dramatic readings (by famous young people) hopefully will spark interest... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595751/ This is part of a biographical series on African Americans co-written by the recently deceased Jim Haskins and Kathleen Benson. Haskins, a former teacher and the most prolific African-American author of... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:45:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595751/ Jim Haskins and Kathleen Benson This is part of a biographical series on African Americans co-written by the recently deceased Jim Haskins and Kathleen Benson. Haskins, a former teacher and the most prolific African-American author of... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595748/ You have to admire the stereotypical sales representatives. They walk into any situation and with incredible confidence and ease seem to be able to talk to anyone about anything, or everyone about everything.... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:30:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595748/ Mike Bechtle You have to admire the stereotypical sales representatives. They walk into any situation and with incredible confidence and ease seem to be able to talk to anyone about anything, or everyone about everything.... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595746/ More appropriate titles for this book could be Apologetics for the Remaining Modernist Thinkers or Listing Apologetics. (Sailors will appreciate the pun.) The book is an attempt to repackage the discipline... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:26:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595746/ Paul Copan More appropriate titles for this book could be Apologetics for the Remaining Modernist Thinkers or Listing Apologetics. (Sailors will appreciate the pun.) The book is an attempt to repackage the discipline... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595744/ Here is a youth ministry book that has the potential to really stir the pot. Like anything worth being read, Awakening’s ideas and proposals are at times controversial and will fly in the face of our current... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:21:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595744/ Brain J. Mahan, Michael Warren & David F. White Here is a youth ministry book that has the potential to really stir the pot. Like anything worth being read, Awakening’s ideas and proposals are at times controversial and will fly in the face of our current... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595742/ I consider myself to be a “seeker”; but in reality I’m more of a “waiter,” that is, I’m waiting on God to make the move and do all the work. Author David Edwards writes for those who wait and wrestle with... Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:15:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595742/ David M. Edwards I consider myself to be a “seeker”; but in reality I’m more of a “waiter,” that is, I’m waiting on God to make the move and do all the work. Author David Edwards writes for those who wait and wrestle with... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595718/ A grassroots revolution is best started by someone who’s living it out himself. Without question, Dave Workman is that man, believing that “developing an outward focus for life will do more for inward... Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:46:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595718/ Dave Workman A grassroots revolution is best started by someone who’s living it out himself. Without question, Dave Workman is that man, believing that “developing an outward focus for life will do more for inward... http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595717/ The expectations and lifestyles of suburbanites tend to contribute to religious consumerism, and churches planted in these communities often fall into the same trap. Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:41:00 GMT http://www.youthworker.com/reviews/books/11595717/ Arthur H. DeKruyter with Quentin J. Schultze The expectations and lifestyles of suburbanites tend to contribute to religious consumerism, and churches planted in these communities often fall into the same trap.