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The enduring maxim “It takes a village to raise a child” is a truthful statement, especially with families who belong to a tight-knit community that upholds strong values and morals.  In Christian families, the care and love of parents to a child are extended, not just by our own relatives, but by the Christian and church community surrounding them. 

   

In today’s digital era, the new generation of youths is still experiencing a tremendous amount of stress, anxiety, loneliness, and mental fatigue despite the promise of connectivity through social media and digital platforms. Isn’t it ironic that the tool that should help us connect with one another to improve our lives also contributes to human and spiritual disconnect? The teenage years are defining years, yet the most vulnerable time, to define their own identities and navigate how to live in a complex society. They have broad curiosity and passion for exploration but have limited understanding of the world. These are rebellious years as they test their boundaries and seek to prove their self-worth.  It is also the tender and vulnerable age where they might stray from the Godly values and communities we are attempting to build their lives upon.

Below is a list of our top bestsellers helpful to direct the teens and youths today to Christ who provides the answers to many of their unanswered questions and doubts. Whether you are a parent of teenagers or a youth worker, we hope the below resources provide you the tools to engage them meaningfully and redirect them towards living a Christ-centred life.

“Teach children how they should live, and they will remember it all their life.” – Proverbs 22:6

Strong Spiritual Foundation

These resources provide a break from the digital world and are great avenues to nourish their minds and souls, and to connect their life with faith.  These books are also a testament to the reality of God’s presence and remind them of the power of Christ. These curated titles will help our teens to start thinking deeper about their lives, beyond superficial instant gratification from the digital space, inspire & encourage them to build a relationship with Christ and strengthen their spirituality.

#Truth by Josh McDowell contains 365 devotional readings for teens to do daily meditations for the whole year. Each month has a relevant theme that focuses on God’s teachings and promise.

  • Case for Christ, The Student Edition
    By Lee Strobel
    Paperback

    Case for Christ is a thrilling book by the Christian author and journalist Lee Strobel about his search for historical evidence on Jesus’ existence. Strobel was an atheist when he began his investigative research looking for proof of the accuracy of the stories and miracles of Christ in the bible. This became a profound experience for the author that led to his conversion into becoming a firm believer in Jesus.  Also available Case for Miracles, The student edition. 

By Rick Warren
Paperback

Rick Warren, New York Times bestselling author and pastor, expands this popular book with chapters that will help individuals to reflect and think about their existence and purpose. This book includes links to a 3-minute video introduction and a 40-minute audio bible study message for each chapter.

Identity in Christ

These selected books will help our youths today to take responsibilities for their own lives, strengthen their esteem as they recognized their Christian identities and affirm their faith in Christ.  Helping them get rooted in Christ and experiencing and knowing the will of God’s will prepare them for transition into adulthood with greater confidence.

A creative book filled with inspiring real-life stories, jokes, and engaging cartoon illustrations that serves as a how-to guide for students to refocus their spiritual lives amidst the present distractions surrounding them. The authors, Tom, Daniel and Mike Blackaby are the grandsons of Blackaby Ministries International founder and world-renowned author of Experiencing God books, Henry Blackaby.

  • Passport 2 Identity for Young Men Kit (Green)

    This is not a book to read but a kit containing essential materials for parents and their child to guide and introduce to him the importance of taking responsibility for his own life while growing his faith and dependence in Christ. The P2I kit includes 1 Tour Guide for the parent, 1 Travel Journal for the teen, and 8 CDs (5 sessions, scripture memory songs MP3s that can be downloaded from the CDs). Plan a special trip with your teen and bring this kit to make a meaningful bonding and learning activity together. This kit is recommended for teen boys ages 14-16 years old.

Far From Ordinary is a beautiful book about a mother and daughter’s journey together in opening their hearts to God and how it empowered their relationship with each other to pursue a life-changing path following His invitation. Lysa TerKeust is a New York Times bestselling author and President of Proverbs 31 ministries.

Navigating through Life

Teens are prone to pressure and anxiety, especially in this social media era where everyone is connected 24/7.  These resources help our teens today to lean upon the unchanging truths in God’s word, and the surpassing peace as we fix our eyes and minds on Christ Jesus.

This full-colour book is a part of Sarah Young’s three bestselling Jesus Calling® book series. 50 Devotions for Busy Days provides insights and Scripture verses on topics about peace, calm and perspective that are good to ponder about and connect with Jesus before heading off to a busy day.

  • Anxious For Nothing (Young Reader’s Edition)
    By Max Lucado
    Paperback

    New York Times bestselling Christian author Max Lucado wrote an adaptation of his popular book Anxious For Nothing for the young readers. The author is aware of the amount of pressure and stress that teens are experiencing in this digital age. Through this book, he wants to help young people by letting them know that life is normally overwhelming but there are positive ways on how to cope with the difficulties and move forward with life by following God’s truth and faithfulness.
  • Live 
    By Sadie Robertson
    Hardcover

    New York Times bestselling author and social media influencer Sadie Robertson shares about God’s truth and overcoming life’s challenges in an interesting, fun, and encouraging way that will relate to young people. Filled with full-colour photography, moving stories, and biblical principles, Live is an inspiring and engaging book that teenagers will love.
  • Growing Up Social: Raising Relational Kids in a Screen-driven World

By Gary Chapman and Arlene Pellicane
Paperback

The authors empower families with stories and wisdom on how to take care of children growing up in the digital age. Further, readers will learn about the five A+ skills that children need to learn in life: affection, appreciation, anger management, apology, and attention.

 

Cru Media Ministry is the trusted Christian bookstore in Singapore. We develop and publish Christian reading and multimedia materials to provide resources to individuals for their spiritual needs, and services for churches to assist them in their evangelical mission to bring people closer to Christ. 

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