How to Stay Christian in High School

by Steven Gerali

Overview

We know full well the pressures and stress that high school students experience today. As if it weren’t hard enough to try to pass A.P. English, make the varsity football team, and stay out of trouble, students are constantly hearing about how they need to be a “good Christian.” It’s not easy. Being a Christian might be tough, but it’s worth it. Now updated for the next generation of teenagers going through high school, this bestselling resource teaches teens how to handle the temptations and pressures they face every day. Through reading about teenagers in the Bible who also faced huge issues in their lives, teens will be encouraged to make a difference in their world today. How to Stay Christian in High School will help teen readers grapple with their faith and make it real for whatever circumstance they face.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781612915715
Publisher:	The Navigators
Publication date:	01/01/2015
Edition description:	Enlarged
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.38(d)
Age Range:	14 - 18 Years

About the Author

DR. STEVEN GERALI is the author of The Struggle. He has over twenty-five years of experience in youth ministry and the field of adolescent development. Based in southern California, Steve is an associate professor of youth ministry at Azusa Pacific University.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Is It Possible to Be Christian in High School? 9

1 "I Am" in Christ 15

2 Mary: Average Girl, Awesome Identity 31

3 Daniel: Not Under the Influence 51

4 Joseph: Would You Go for it? 71

5 James and John: Party Hearty 85

6 Timothy: Depend on Jesus 107

What People are Saying About This

Robin Dugall

Instead of telling students what to do, Steve engages their hearts and minds in a manner that will lead to transformation and hope. I wish I had this type of spiritual encouragement when I was a younger believer in high school.

Editorial Reviews

Living for Jesus in High School Isn’t Easy

High school is a battlefield. You’re swamped—friends, classes, sports—and you’re dealing with a lot of pressures from what feels like every angle. And sometimes it’s hard to figure out how to follow Jesus in the midst of it all. So how do you live out your faith in high school?

The Bible is full of stories of teenagers just like you who leaned on God as they dealt with the pressures and temptations of life. Come walk alongside them and learn how to make a difference in your world no matter what you’re facing.

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