Good Reads - Great Youth Bible Study Books

If you want to learn how to study the Bible better as a student then these books will help. There is nothing more exciting than falling in love with Bible study in your youth years. You will reap so many rewards as you study the Bible to find the answers that God wants to give you. So check out some of these books below:

916970: How to Study the Bible for Yourself, Youth Edition How to Study the Bible for Yourself, Youth Edition
By Tim LaHaye / Harvest House Publishers

Bestselling author Tim LaHaye, a nationally recognized Bible teacher, is eager for you to get excited about studying Scripture. His bestselling How to Study the Bible for Yourself is geared to help you:
  • Understand how key verses apply to daily living
  • Locate the Bible's major promises and commands
  • Begin a lifelong habit of studying God's Word
  • Read through the entire Bible
  • Keep a spiritual diary
This inspiring and easy-to-understand method of study will open up the joy, wisdom, and excitement of the Bible. The message that you can glean God's truth for your own life is empowering and life-changing.

274971: Unleashing God"s Word in Youth Ministry Unleashing God's Word in Youth Ministry
By Barry Shafer / Youth Specialties

Fight biblical illiteracy in your youth group. Let InWord Resources founder, Barry Shafer, show you how to engage your teens with God's Word in meaningful ways. Your kids will grow in their confidence in using the bible, and learn how to study the bible on their own. Let the Bible become the transformational tool God meant it to be.

019686: The NKJV Impact Student Leadership Bible - hardcover edition The NKJV Impact Student Leadership Bible - hardcover edition
By Thomas Nelson

The Impact Student Leadership Bible is the best resource to equip young leaders today. It presents hundreds of articles, notes, and study aids aimed at developing a balanced, healthy Christian worldview. Readers discover a strong, Scripturally based understanding of kingdom life, servanthood, and God’s planned destiny. This Bible provides tools and resources to equip, empower, and enable young men and women to make a difference in their world and walk with confidence in their respective callings. Features the trusted NKJV translation.

The Student Leadership University and its founder, Dr. Jay Strack, have been influential in the lives of over 15 million 14-17 year old students.

Features:

  • Leadership Realities—articles offering practical resources teaching time management, relationship skills, goal setting, etc.
  • Inside the Influencers—applicational resources learned from the lives of key Biblical leaders
  • Through The Grid—Christian Worldview articles offering insight into the world from a Biblical perspective
  • Leadership Issues—articles on key topics facing young people from influential leaders
  • 24/7 Counselor—a complete topic and subject index to Scripture and Impact content
  • FAQ’s—answers to the top forty questions asked by students and youth leaders providing a defense of the Christian faith and belief structure
  • Book Introductions—a thorough introduction for each book of the Bible, covering pertinent information

747921: Busting Free: Helping Youth Discover Their True Identity in Christ Busting Free: Helping Youth Discover Their True Identity in Christ
By Neil T. Anderson & Dave Park / Gospel Light

Are your teens clear---or confused---about who they are? Based on the bestsellers Stomping Out the Darkness and The Bondage Breaker, this flexible 13-session Bible study will help teens heal the wounds that cripple self-esteem, overcome spiritual deception, and claim their freedom in Christ! Includes a spiritual health survey and reproducible handouts. 176 pages, softcover from Regal.

74904: Stick: Glue Yourself to Godly Friends Stick: Glue Yourself to Godly Friends
By Kevin Johnson / Youth Specialties

Adolescence shifts our focus from parents to peers. Help your middle school students explore the Lord's vision for iron-sharpens-iron companions---so they glue themselves to godly friendships! Penned by a youth ministry veteran, this in-depth Bible study offers engaging questions and expert insights that teach your kids how to find, keep, and be great friends. 96 pages, softcover from Zondervan.

274926: Pray: Talk to the King of the Universe Pray: Talk to the King of the Universe
By Kevin Johnson / Youth Specialties

Without prayer the teen years can go from tough to terrible! Help your middle school students get "up close and personal" with the Lord of the universe. Penned by a youth ministry veteran, this in-depth Bible study offers engaging questions and expert insights that encourage your kids to connect with a loving God who really listens. 96 pages, softcover from Zondervan.

836371: The Walk: A Journey with God DFD 2.2 The Walk: A Journey with God DFD 2.2
By NAV Press

What does it mean to "walk with God"? What happens when the walk feels more like a sprint? The Bible challenges readers to walk with God, but many students don't know where to begin. Book two of the updated Design For Discipleship study series maps out some guidelines for walking with Christ. Perfect for youth groups or personal study these books will help readers discover their love of God to every aspect of their daily lives.

40233: Small Group Qs: 600 Eye-Opening Questions for Deepening Community and Exploring Scripture Small Group Qs: 600 Eye-Opening Questions for Deepening Community and Exploring Scripture
By Laurie Polich / Zondervan Youth Specialties

If you've ever led a youth group, you know how hard it is to stimulate discussion---and keep it on track. Whether your teens are quiet or chatty, here's help! A wealth of thoughtful, provocative questions break the ice, cultivate intimacy, focus on God, and explore teen-centered topics. Includes 30 complete Bible studies! 123 pages, softcover from Zondervan.

440769: Fearless Love: Making Sexual Choices That Honor God Fearless Love: Making Sexual Choices That Honor God
By David L. Scherrer / David C. Cook

Teens hear---and see---a lot about sex these days. As parents, it's up to us to give them the truth, and help them make choices that honor God. This 8-session study exposes prevalent cultural lies, explains what the Bible teaches, helps parents and youth leaders answer tough questions, and more. Includes a pledge for sexual purity. 174 pages (some reproducible), softcover from NexGen.

58838: Up: Devotions for Faith that Connects Up: Devotions for Faith that Connects
By Tim Baker / Baker

Do your devotions leave you more confused?

Spending quiet time in God's Word isn't always easy. Throw a tedious study into the mix and it can feel downright hopeless. If you're on the lookout for a devotional about stuff that matters to you, taught in a way you can understand, the search is over! Tim and Jenn will give it to you straight. Up: Devotions for Faith That Connects includes twelve weeks of Bible studies on important topics such as

  • getting honest with yourself, others, and God
  • being obedient
  • talking to God
  • defending your faith
  • and more
Learning more about your walk with Christ doesn't have to be complicated. So don't sit there scratching your head--get Up!

Tim Baker is a youth pastor, writer, and Bible teacher who has worked with teens for fifteen years. He is the author of six books, including the Gold Medallion winner Extreme Faith. He and his family live in Longview, Texas.

Jenn Doucette is a speaker and the author of The Velveteen Mommy. She and her family live in Snohomish, Washington.


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