5 Recommended Resources for Back to School

Young people are being confronted at an increasingly early age by an anti-God, anti-Scripture worldview that desires to influence their minds, attitudes, and behaviors. Yet, believers can be hopeful, knowing that we are transformed as our minds are renewed by God’s truth (Rom. 12:2). The following resources, curated by the Ligonier editorial team, focus on building up teenagers and young adults in the truths of God’s Word, that they might effectively identify and refute ungodly worldviews, as well as grow in their knowledge of the Lord and His will.

Reformation Study Bible, Student Edition by Ligonier Ministries

This resource makes the trusted teaching of Dr. R.C. Sproul and the Reformation Study Bible accessible to young people, helping them dig deeper into the Scriptures to find answers and direction for all of life. Practical lessons from every book of the Bible, together with questions and answers on key subjects, encourage lifelong study and growth in God’s Word.

Surviving Religion 101 by Michael Kruger

This book, aimed toward collegians, seeks to equip students attending secular universities by addressing a number of difficult questions they will face regarding the Christian worldview. Written as a series of letters, Surviving Religion 101 can strengthen students and help foster a more solid grasp on biblical truth.

Thriving at College by Alex Chediak

Written by a college professor, this book addresses the ten most common mistakes that college students make, as well as how to avoid them. In addition to providing sound advice for the college years, the book also seeks to cultivate mature adulthood to the glory of God during these formative years of transition.

What’s Your Worldview? by James Anderson

This book addresses the critical question of how a person views the world by helping readers identify and evaluate various worldviews. This resource can assist those who are asking the big questions about life, addressing not only what to believe, but also the reasons for those beliefs and how they shape our lives.

Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung

Those laboring over the question “What is God’s will for my life?” can find helpful biblical guidance from this book. While its scriptural approach can assist readers of all ages and stages of life, it is especially helpful in providing sound guidance for young adults facing their first major life decisions.

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