Table of Contents

Contents
Acknowledgments 7
Preface 8
Introduction 13
SECTION A: True Stories 22
A1 Racism 24
A2 Emotion 27
A3 Generosity 29
A4 Hope 31
A5 Near-death experience 34
A6 Adultery 36
A7 National rivalry 38
A8 Internet pornography 40
A9 Why does God allow such suffering? 42
A10 Perfect partners 44
A11 Courage and conviction 46
A12 Virginity 48
A13 Forgiveness 50
A14 Revenge 54
A15 Dying for faith 56
A16 Youth 58
A17 Authority 60
A18 Hypocrisy 62
A19 Fashion 64
A20 Reputation 66
A21 Possessions 68
A22 Drugs 70
A23 Advertising 72
A24 Rules 74
A25 Graffiti 76
SECTION B: Teen Issues 78
B1 Piracy 80
B2 Laziness 82
B3 Unrequited love 86
B4 The Sabbath 88
B5 Pornography 90
B6 Parents 94
B7 Talents and abilities 96
B8 Integrity 100
B9 Sexual guilt 102
B10 Peer pressure/drugs 106
B11 Attitudes to homosexuality 108
B12 Stealing 112
B13 Acceptance 114
B14 Cheating 118
B15 Television 122
B16 Healthy relationships… good break-ups 126
B17 The Holy Spirit 128
B18 Jealousy 130
B19 Dieting 134
B20 Violent video games 136
B21 Divorce 138
B22 Eating disorders 140
B23 Fairness 142
B24 Lies and gossip 146
B25 Friendship 148
SECTION C: Famous Names 152
C1 Marriage 154
C2 Growing up fast 156
C3 God’s deal 158
C4 Prayer/staying in touch 160
C5 God’s plan 162
C6 Changing direction 166
C7 Racism 168
C8 Friendship 170
C9 Self-image 172
C10 Defining moments 174
C11 Charity 176
C12 Acting justly 178
C13 Generosity 180
C14 Second chances 182
C15 Imposed religion 184
C16 Power 186
C17 Ethics 190
C18 Giving thanks 192
C19 Equality 194
C20 Capital punishment 196
C21 Perseverance 200
C22 Atheism 204
C23 Death 208
C24 The poor 210
C25 Names 212
SECTION D: The Bible in 25 Steps 214
D1 Creation (and evolution) 216
D2 Sin (and suffering) 220
D3 God’s people 224
D4 God hears the cry 228
D5 The law (and rules) 232
D6 God’s supreme power 236
D7 Israel’s greatest king 240
D8 God speaks through his prophets 244
D9 Power 248
D10 Faith in suffering 252
D11 Worship 256
D12 Wisdom (and guidance) 260
D13 A coming Messiah (hope) 264
D14 Renewal (and life balance) 268
D15 Punishment and restoration 272
D16 God sends his Son 276
D17 Jesus’ line 280
D18 Discipleship 282
D19 Prayer (and forgiveness) 286
D20 Healing 290
D21 Jesus’ death and resurrection 292
D22 The Holy Spirit 296
D23 Church 300
D24 Paul 304
D25 Life after death 308
Index 311

About the Author

Martin Saunders has wide experience of developing resources and materials for youth work and is the author of over ten books, including Youth Work from Scratch and The Ideas Factory. He is the Deputy Chief Executive for Christian charity, Youthscape. Prior to that he was the editor of Youthwork magazine and founder of Childrenswork magazine and the Youthwork Summit.

Reviews

“Here are 100 stories and discussion starters to make the heart beat faster and the brain think harder. The hard work of preparing another youth group session just got easier, and – more importantly – the impact of that effort will go deeper.”
*Russell Rook, Director, ALOVE*

“A rich resource for busy youth workers who want to connect issues of faith to everyday life.”
*Jenny Baker, writer*

“Will generate the creativity, energy and provocative discussions about God’s Word and our society to enable young people to grapple with the issues. I strongly endorse and recommend this book – well done, Martin.”
*Roy Crowne, Director, HOPE Together*