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Life with Jesus: Youth Edition: A Discipleship Course for Teens
12 Bible studies for youth groups exploring what living with Jesus in charge actually looks like.What is it actually like to live with Jesus at the center of your life?
This 12-session youth discipleship course covers all the basics of what it means to be a Christian. It also explores what living your life with Jesus in charge actually looks like and why it’s “life to the full”.
These easy-to-lead sessions are designed to promote lively discussion and get into the practicalities of following Jesus in every area of life. Appropriate for teenagers who are still looking into becoming followers of Jesus as well as those who have already made a personal commitment.
Each session
a short story to help teens engage with the topic.a short Bible study that connects with the story.two pages of teaching to read, interspersed with discussion questions.an activity or game. a reflection/prayer idea.Can be used in youth groups or one on one. Buy copies for each leader and each participant.
This 12-session youth discipleship course covers all the basics of what it means to be a Christian. It also explores what living your life with Jesus in charge actually looks like and why it’s “life to the full”.
These easy-to-lead sessions are designed to promote lively discussion and get into the practicalities of following Jesus in every area of life. Appropriate for teenagers who are still looking into becoming followers of Jesus as well as those who have already made a personal commitment.
Each session
a short story to help teens engage with the topic.a short Bible study that connects with the story.two pages of teaching to read, interspersed with discussion questions.an activity or game. a reflection/prayer idea.Can be used in youth groups or one on one. Buy copies for each leader and each participant.
96 pages
Published January 1, 2025
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About the author
Tim Chester
154 books186 followersDr Tim Chester is involved in The Crowded House, a church planting initiative in Sheffield, UK. He was previously Research & Policy Director for Tearfund UK, and has been published widely on prayer, mission, social issues and theology. He is married to Helen and has two daughters.
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March 7, 2025
In Life with Jesus: Youth Edition, Tim Chester and Katy Morgan teach a discipleship course for teens. This book is a Bible study, perfect for youth groups, Sunday School, and mentoring discipleship.
A Firm Grip on the Gospel
Chester and Morgan know how to give young people a firmer grip on the gospel, guiding them through its central truths. It is firmly based on Scripture, and I appreciate how the book includes full Bible passages for students to mark up and make notes.
The dictionary sections are also a great addition, providing clear explanations of difficult or unfamiliar words for young believers. This makes the book more accessible and helps to ensure a deeper understanding of the text.
Community and Suffering
What I appreciated most was the way this book emphasizes life within the church community. It highlights that salvation isn’t just an individual experience, but that we are saved into a community—the body of Christ. The book stresses the importance of the church as our spiritual home where we can grow and thrive.
I was pleasantly surprised to see a theology of suffering explored in this study. When examining Romans 8, the book reminds us that Christians are not immune to suffering. We are called to follow in the footsteps of Christ, and with the help of the Holy Spirit, we can live faithfully through trials. Most importantly, we are assured that nothing can separate us from God’s love.
Accessible and Practical
The spiritual disciplines, such as Bible study, prayer, and communion, are also thoughtfully addressed. The book wraps up by exploring practical aspects of Christian life that would be interesting to teens, including money, romance, and evangelism. This book covers a lot of ground while staying grounded in the word.
Life with Jesus: Youth Edition balances accessible theology with practical applications. This book is an excellent way to help youth articulate and deepen their faith.
I received a media copy of Life with Jesus: Youth Edition and this is my honest review.
A Firm Grip on the Gospel
Chester and Morgan know how to give young people a firmer grip on the gospel, guiding them through its central truths. It is firmly based on Scripture, and I appreciate how the book includes full Bible passages for students to mark up and make notes.
The dictionary sections are also a great addition, providing clear explanations of difficult or unfamiliar words for young believers. This makes the book more accessible and helps to ensure a deeper understanding of the text.
Community and Suffering
What I appreciated most was the way this book emphasizes life within the church community. It highlights that salvation isn’t just an individual experience, but that we are saved into a community—the body of Christ. The book stresses the importance of the church as our spiritual home where we can grow and thrive.
I was pleasantly surprised to see a theology of suffering explored in this study. When examining Romans 8, the book reminds us that Christians are not immune to suffering. We are called to follow in the footsteps of Christ, and with the help of the Holy Spirit, we can live faithfully through trials. Most importantly, we are assured that nothing can separate us from God’s love.
Accessible and Practical
The spiritual disciplines, such as Bible study, prayer, and communion, are also thoughtfully addressed. The book wraps up by exploring practical aspects of Christian life that would be interesting to teens, including money, romance, and evangelism. This book covers a lot of ground while staying grounded in the word.
Life with Jesus: Youth Edition balances accessible theology with practical applications. This book is an excellent way to help youth articulate and deepen their faith.
I received a media copy of Life with Jesus: Youth Edition and this is my honest review.
May 27, 2025
Excellent format and content for teens. Great for parents to go through with their kids they are discipling or youth leaders in churches.
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