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The debate over how to regard same-gender sexual relationships is raging in the church, with shock waves rippling through society. Christians on all sides of the controversy often invoke Scripture. This situation raises questions: How can people of e...

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$12.00

Consumerism
If I Had a Million Bucks I'd . . .

By Megan Pillow Davis

From a very early age, we are all taught to want and to spend, the two elements of the consumerism equation. Even very young children are enticed by a barrage of advertising whose main purpose is to encourage desire, to make them want something that ...

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$7.50

Contemplating Sex
Sexual Ethics for Today's Teens

By Kate Ott

When, if at all, are you ready for sex? This one-session youth study explores the various sexual paths that teens can take and helps them understand how their values shape their sexual ethical guidelines. Prayers, bible verses for reflection, discuss...

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$7.50

Defining Pornography
A Youth Study

By Kate Ott

In this study, high school students are challenged to set a new standard that values people as created in God's image. The study: explores how our body image affects us helps teens see God in their own and other's bodies examines the difference bet...

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$7.50

G-NS: A Resource for Generous Dialogue about Gun Violence

This four-session study helps youth and young adults, particularly college students, explore the many facets of the problem of gun violence in our country. Sessions are built around the movements of worship—Gather, Encounter, Respond, and Send. In ea...

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$10.00

Is Lying Ever Okay?

By Kate Ott

Most of us lie at some point in our lives. Is lying always wrong? What does the Bible say? What does the church say?This one session youth study looks at things we should consider when we think about lying to friends or teachers. It also provides par...

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$7.50

When the Bible is a playbook: In search of a Christian perspective on balancing ■university-level sports, academics, and faith.

Kickoff!
The Ethics of College Sports

By Stephens G. Lytch

Have you ever been in the stands for a college football or basketball game when "the wave" really took off? It's something to see, thousands of fans rising out of their seats in a synchronized wave of support for their team. It's a great feeling, lik...

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$7.50

Pop Quiz
Will You Cheat?

By Marti Reed Hazelrigg

Young people today are under immense pressure to get good grades and have the best possible test scores. For some young people the academic pressure comes from trying to get into the college of their choice; for some the pressure comes from peers or ...

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$7.50

This Christian Bible study for teens and youth helps aid discussion of ■homosexuality and same-sex marriage of lesbians and gays.

Same-Sex Marriage
For Better or for Worse?

By Adam J. Copeland

The idea of same-sex marriage and the question of its appropriateness is prevalent in our culture and media today. It's also important for the church to be willing to address this topic with youth and discuss their questions and concerns. This one- s...

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$7.50

Helping teens decide about tattoos and Chrisitianity.

Tattoos
A Good Idea?

By Adam J. Copeland

Tattoos have been used by various cultures and religions for thousands of years. They appear everywhere today and are frequently seen on models, singers, and yes, even preachers. How should Christians evaluate this practice, especially if considering...

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$7.50

The Bible offers Christians the blessed gift of the simple Golden Rule of do unto ■others as you would have them do unto you. So how does simple rule show ■manners and social customs teens are expected to observe in contemporary life?

That's So Wrong!
An Introduction to Manners

By Anna Kendig

In this one-session study for youth we'll explore manners and civility as they relate to Jesus' Golden Rule found in the Gospels of Luke and Matthew.It may seem like a stretch to think that having to keep your elbows off the table when eating, or usi...

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$7.50

What Does It Mean to Pledge Sexual Purity?

By Kate Ott

Purity codes have been observed in many religious traditions throughout history. Such codes encompass rules about food, bathing, and relationships. As rules, they are often restrictive and out of date with contemporary culture. In addition, they emph...

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$7.50

What Does It Really Mean to Honor My Parents?

By Bob Phelps

Does honoring our parents mean the same thing today as when the Bible was written? Does it mean not questioning or challenging them when we believe they are wrong? Is that ever what the Bible meant?This two-session study encourages youth to reflect o...

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$35.00

Prayer and faith values, like those expressed in Romans 8:26-27, lead to heroic ■actions.

What Makes a Hero?

By Gail Monsma

US Airways Flight 1549 took off from LaGuardia Airport in New York City on January 15, 2009, and while still climbing hit a flock of birds, blowing out both engines. Cruising at only 3,000 feet, Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger III was at the con...

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You Are What You Eat

By Megan Pillow Davis

Kids are told by everyone from professional athletes to Paris Hilton that if they eat a particular food, they will be more popular, happier, sexier, and more fulfilled. Food, they say, is a statement, a lifestyle choice, not something to give you str...

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$7.50