Written by Rebecca McLaughlin, Author of Confronting Christianity
In a world of increasing ideological diversity, teens are being challenged to think through their own beliefs at an early age. Questions like How can you believe the Bible is true?; Why can’t we just agree that love is love?; and Isn’t Christianity against diversity? can seem like roadblocks for teens who are following Jesus, as well as for those who might otherwise consider faith in Christ. In this helpful book—written both for Christian teens and for those who think Jesus is just a fairy tale character—Rebecca McLaughlin invites readers ages 12–15 to dig deep into hard questions for themselves and perhaps discover that the things that once looked like roadblocks to faith might actually be signposts.
128 pages
“This is a really clear, compelling, understanding, and engaging response to the biggest objections people have to Christianity today. Read it, wrestle with it, and see what your friends make of it.”
Sam Allberry, pastor; author, 7 Myths about Singleness
“Young people might not always articulate their questions about life. But they are wondering. 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity can help them both express and satisfy their emerging questions and longings. We wish we’d had this book when we were raising our children! But now we can give it away—confidently—starting with our own grandchildren.”
Ray and Jani Ortlund, President and Executive Vice President, Renewal Ministries
Preface
Note to Parents, Grandparents, Guardians, and Friends
Introduction
- How Can I Live My Best Life Now?
Mental and Physical Health Benefits of the Christian Life
- Isn’t Christianity against Diversity?
Racism / Slavery / Christianity as the Most Diverse Movement in History
- Can Jesus Be True for You but Not for Me?Universal Truth / Relativism / Evangelism
- Can’t We Just Be Good without God?
God as the Basis for Morality / 9/11 / Hitler / Stalin / Human Identity / Abortion
- How Can You Believe the Bible Is True?Evidence for the Gospels / Evidence for the Resurrection / True versus Literal
- Hasn’t Science Disproved Christianity?Origins of Science / Science and Faith Controversies / Christian Scientists Today
- Why Can’t We Just Agree That Love Is Love?
Marriage / Sex / Singleness / Friendship / Same-Sex Attraction / Pornography / Abuse
- Who Cares If You’re a Boy or a Girl?
Gender / Feminism / Transgender and Non-Binary Identities
- Does God Care When We Hurt?
God’s Sovereignty in Suffering / God’s Care for Us / Prayer / Purpose
- 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
10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity is in the following collections:
