Here are the top 30 bestselling religions books for teen & young adults. Please click Read Review to read book reviews on Amazon. You can also click Find in Library to check book availability at your local library. If the default library is not correct, please follow Change Library to reset it.
1. The Manual to Manhood: How to Cook the Perfect Steak, Change a Tire, Impress a Girl & 97 Other Skills You Need to Survive
by: Jonathan Catherman Release date: Apr 15, 2014 Number of Pages: 288 Find in Library Read Review |
2. Looking for Alaska
by: John Green Release date: Dec 28, 2006 Number of Pages: 221 Find in Library Read Review |
Winner of the Michael L. Printz Award
Los Angeles Times Book Prize Finalist
New York Times bestseller
Before. Miles “Pudge” Halter is done with his safe life at home. His whole life has been one big non-event, and his obsession with famous last words has only made him crave “the Great Perhaps” even more (Francois Rabelais, poet). He heads off to the sometimes crazy and anything-but-boring world of Culver Creek Boarding School, and his life becomes the opposite of safe. Because down the hall is Alaska Young. The gorgeous, clever, funny, sexy, self-destructive, screwed up, and utterly fascinating Alaska Young. She is an event unto herself. She pulls Pudge into her world, launches him into the Great Perhaps, and steals his heart. Then. . . .
After. Nothing is ever the same.
3. Teen to Teen: 365 Daily Devotions by Teen Girls for Teen Girls
by: Patti M. Hummel Release date: Nov 01, 2013 Number of Pages: 384 Find in Library Read Review |
Written expressly for teens by teens, this unique 365 day devotional is filled with personal experiences that are relatable and heart-felt.
In addition to learning teen to teen how to deal with difficult issues and maneuver the often trying path to adulthood, each devotion leads teens to move into a deeper relationship with Christ as they recognize that He is the answer to life’s problems and strife. Through the stories of others, teens see how God works in our lives when we open ourselves to Him.
The devotion includes hundreds of teen authors and teens love reading what their peers have written. This devotional creates a safe, social atmosphere for teens to learn that they are not alone and that God is at work in their lives. Teens learn from other’s failures and triumphs how to make the right choices. The impetus for this devotional is to help teens understand how God can and does work in their lives.
4. 3-Minute Devotions for Teen Girls: 180 Encouraging Readings
by: April Frazier Release date: Apr 01, 2015 Number of Pages: 192 Find in Library Read Review |
5. The Fire Next Time
by: James Baldwin Release date: Dec 01, 1992 Number of Pages: 128 Find in Library Read Review |
6. The Guy’s Guide to God, Girls, and the Phone in Your Pocket: 101 Real-World Tips for Teenaged Guys
by: Jonathan McKee Release date: Apr 01, 2014 Number of Pages: 224 Find in Library Read Review |
The Guy’s Guide will encourage your faith, challenge you spiritually, and give you real-life advice how to live out your faith in today s highly secularized culture, with distractions lurking around every corner. . .and just a click away.
7. Cat’s Cradle: A Novel
by: Kurt Vonnegut Release date: Sep 08, 1998 Number of Pages: 304 Find in Library Read Review |
8. Live Original Devotional
by: Sadie Robertson Release date: Oct 04, 2016 Number of Pages: 256 Find in Library Read Review |
Eighteen-year-old Sadie Robertson understands what it’s like to be a teenager and young woman in today’s demanding world. She has managed to “live original” and still uphold her family values and faith convictions. In her new devotional, Sadie shares the principles and values that guide her life, shows how she stays confident and encouraged, and offers helpful advice about living with purpose.
This year-long devotional is perfect for today’s teenage girls and young women. Each week has five devotional offerings to choose from, as well as two days “off” to give you some flexibility. Whether you need a personal message from Sadie, a quick Scripture to remember, or space to journal, this devotional allows you to customize and select what you need each day.
Sadie covers a wide range of topics including self-confidence, social media, bullying, dating, peer pressure, and more. It’s not always easy to live in today’s culture and hold onto your values and beliefs, but this devotional encourages you to stay positive and live a fulfilling life.
9. Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?
by: Kari Kampakis Release date: Nov 15, 2016 Number of Pages: 208 Find in Library Read Review |
Thanks to social media, these desires now get channeled online. Girls can curate an image, build a following, and test-drive identities until they find one that draws attention and applause.
But in this quest to be liked and noticed, girls often fail to feel loved and known. The result is a generation of girls who hunger for real and authentic relationships – yet are unclear on how to create them.
From popular blogger and bestselling author Kari Kampakis comes a powerful book for girls in the digital age. Designed to empower teens and tweens through the Christian faith, it’s packed with godly wisdom and practical advice related to identity, friendships, social media, and a relationship with God.
Topics covered include:
- Living for God’s approval, not human approval;
- Cultivating a true identity;
- Using social media wisely;
- Building a positive reputation online;
- Spreading kindness, love, and compassion;
- Distinguishing online friends from real friends;
- Building deep connections that last;
- Handling rejection, criticism, and volatile emotions;
- Activating your Christian faith; and
- Making an eternal difference, not a temporary splash.
For anyone exhausted by the quest to impress – and ready to rest in God’s unconditional love – Liked is the answer. Written succinctly with thought-provoking questions, it’s an ideal resource for a small group or youth group study, and a conversation-starter that will quickly unite mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends by speaking to the female heart.
10. NIV, Teen Study Bible, Compact, Imitation Leather, Brown
by: Lawrence O. Richards, Sue W. Richards Release date: Jun 24, 2014 Number of Pages: 1632 Find in Library Read Review |
This Bible keeps up with you, to help you keep up with God! As an on-the-go teen, you’re moving fast. God is moving faster! The NIV Teen Study Bible will help you keep in step with all he has done, is doing, and will do in the world?and in your life. This bestselling Bible will also help you discover the eternal truths of God’s Word and apply them to the issues you face today. Features include:
- “We Believe”?Unpacks the Apostles’ Creed to reveal the biblical foundation of faith
- “Panorama”?Keeps the big picture of each book of the Bible in view
- Topical indexes?Help with in-depth Bible study
- Book introductions?Provide an overview for each book of the Bible
- Bible Promises?Highlighted Bible verses worth memorizing
- Q and As?Test Bible knowledge
- 4 full-color pages?Includes a presentation page and information about the Apostles’ Creed
- 8-page, color map section
- Biblical advice about friends, family, school, and other issues
- Complete text of the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible
With over 3 million copies sold, the NIV Teen Study Bible continues to be a teen’s top resource for discovering the foundational truths of the Bible.
11. Common Sense (Dover Thrift Editions)
by: Thomas Paine Release date: Apr 22, 1997 Number of Pages: 64 Find in Library Read Review |
Among the most influential authors and reformers of his age, Thomas Paine (1737–1809) was born in England but went on to play an important role in both the American and French Revolutions. In 1774, he emigrated to America where, for a time, he helped to edit the Pennsylvania Magazine. On January 10, 1776, he published his pamphlet Common Sense, a persuasive argument for the colonies’ political and economic separation from Britain.
Common Sense cites the evils of monarchy, accuses the British government of inflicting economic and social injustices upon the colonies, and points to the absurdity of an island attempting to rule a continent. Credited by George Washington as having changed the minds of many of his countrymen, the document sold over 500,000 copies within a few months.
Today, Common Sense remains a landmark document in the struggle for freedom, distinguished not only by Paine’s ideas but also by its clear and passionate presentation. Designed to ignite public opinion against autocratic rule, the pamphlet offered a careful balance between imagination and judgment, and appropriate language and expression to fit the subject. It immediately found a receptive audience, heartened Washington’s despondent army, and foreshadowed much of the phrasing and substance of the Declaration of Independence.
A selection of the Common Core State Standards Initiative.
12. Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Search
by: Michael Dante DiMartino, Bryan Konietzko, Gene Luen Yang, Dave Marshall, Gurihiru Release date: Feb 18, 2014 Number of Pages: 240 Find in Library Read Review |
13. 3-Minute Devotions for Guys: 180 Encouraging Readings for Teens
by: Glenn Hascall Release date: Apr 01, 2015 Number of Pages: 192 Find in Library Read Review |
14. Q&A a Day for Me: A 3-Year Journal for Teens
by: Betsy Franco Release date: Nov 25, 2014 Number of Pages: 368 Find in Library Read Review |
The perfect gift for a teen, Q&A a Day for Me is a one-sentence diary that prompts any teen to record best friends, worst haircuts, favorite outfits, and embarrassing moments. Filled with 365 questions, one on each page for every day of the year, a teen has the space to write down a short response every year for three years. It’s easy to get started—just turn to today’s date and take a minute to answer the question at the top of the page. As the years pass, he or she will have a keepsake time capsule that shows how much his or her answers change (and which ones remain the same)!
15. Teen to Teen: 365 Daily Devotions by Teen Guys for Teen Guys
by: Patti M. Hummel Release date: Nov 01, 2013 Number of Pages: 384 Find in Library Read Review |
Written expressly for teens by teens, this unique 365 day devotional is filled with personal experiences that are relatable and heart-felt.
In addition to learning teen to teen how to deal with difficult issues and maneuver the often trying path to adulthood, each devotion leads teens to move into a deeper relationship with Christ as they recognize that He is the answer to life’s problems and strife. Through the stories of others, teens see how God works in our lives when we open ourselves to Him.
The devotion includes hundreds of teen authors and teens love reading what their peers have written. This devotional creates a safe, social atmosphere for teens to learn that they are not alone and that God is at work in their lives. Teens learn from other’s failures and triumphs how to make the right choices. The impetus for this devotional is to help teens understand how God can and does work in their lives.
16. Unwind (Unwind Dystology)
by: Neal Shusterman Release date: Jun 02, 2009 Number of Pages: 384 Find in Library Read Review |
In America after the Second Civil War, the Pro-Choice and Pro-Life armies came to an agreement: The Bill of Life states that human life may not be touched from the moment of conception until a child reaches the age of thirteen. Between the ages of thirteen and eighteen, however, a parent may choose to retroactively get rid of a child through a process called “unwinding.” Unwinding ensures that the child’s life doesn’t “technically” end by transplanting all the organs in the child’s body to various recipients. Now a common and accepted practice in society, troublesome or unwanted teens are able to easily be unwound.
With breathtaking suspense, this book follows three teens who all become runaway Unwinds: Connor, a rebel whose parents have ordered his unwinding; Risa, a ward of the state who is to be unwound due to cost-cutting; and Lev, his parents’ tenth child whose unwinding has been planned since birth as a religious tithing. As their paths intersect and lives hang in the balance, Shusterman examines complex moral issues that will keep readers turning the pages until the very end.
17. The One Year Be-Tween You and God: Devotions for Girls (One Year Book)
by: Sandra Byrd Release date: Oct 01, 2012 Number of Pages: 384 Find in Library Read Review |
The book emphasizes that tween girls can have a relationship with God and that they can share their intimate thoughts, fears, insecurities, joys, etc. It lets girls know: it’s between you and God. Questions/topics include the following: “I know I’m supposed to be close to you (God), but I don’t really feel like it now. How can I change that?” “Everyone talks about how I’m supposed to have faith, which is fine, except I don’t really understand what faith actually is.” Each devotion gives biblically based insight into the subject.
18. Do Hard Things: A Teenage Rebellion Against Low Expectations
by: Alex Harris, Brett Harris Release date: Apr 19, 2016 Number of Pages: 320 Find in Library Read Review |
A generation stands on the brink of a “rebelution”
Do Hard Things is the Harris twins’ revolutionary message in its purest and most compelling form, giving readers a tangible glimpse of what is possible for teens who actively resist cultural lies that limit their potential.
Combating the idea of adolescence as a vacation from responsibility, the authors weave together biblical insights, history, and modern examples to redefine the teen years as the launching pad of life. Then they map out five powerful ways teens can respond for personal and social change.
Written by teens for teens, Do Hard Things is packed with humorous personal anecdotes, practical examples, and stories of real-life rebelutionaries in action. This rallying cry from the heart of an already-happening teen revolution challenges a generation to lay claim to a brighter future, starting today.
Now includes:
–A new introduction from the authors, “Looking Back, Looking Ahead”
–Questions (and Stories) To Get You Started
–A list of 100 Hard Things to help inspire you
–A study guide for personal or group use
19. For Girls Only! Devotions
by: Carolyn Larsen, Leah Sutherland, Ed. Pub. Concepts Release date: Oct 01, 2009 Number of Pages: 256 Find in Library Read Review |
20. One-Minute Prayers® for Young Men
by: Clayton King Release date: Aug 01, 2013 Number of Pages: 192 Find in Library Read Review |
A book of candid prayers for teen guys is the latest addition to the popular One-Minute Prayers series. Rich with examples that reflect the challenges young men face today, this collection of prayers encourages teens to be direct and transparent in their encounters with God.
More than 150 prayers will lead young men to
- be honest before God, knowing they are heard
- reach out to others with empathy
- experience God’s forgiveness
- discover and celebrate their uniqueness
- direct their actions and attitudes toward God’s purposes
Like a heartfelt conversation with a close friend, this book will keep young men talking to God about everything that matters to them as prayer becomes a natural and necessary part of their lives.
21. Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul: Stories of Life, Love and Learning (Chicken Soup for the Soul)
by: Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Kimberly Kirberger Release date: Aug 28, 2012 Number of Pages: 336 Find in Library Read Review |
22. 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know
by: Kari Kampakis Release date: Nov 11, 2014 Number of Pages: 224 Find in Library Read Review |
Teen girls deal daily with cliques, bullying, rejection, and social media fiascos. Kari wants girls to know that they don’t have to compromise their integrity or their future to find love, acceptance, and security. Her 10 truths include:
- Kindness is more important than popularity.
- People peak at different times of life. Trust God’s plan for you.
- Get comfortable with being uncomfortable. Otherwise, you’ll never stick to your guns.
- Today’s choices set the stage for your reputation.
- You were born to fly.
Fans of Kari’s blog and newspaper column will not want to miss her first book. Filled with practical advice, loving support, and insightful discussion questions, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know is a timely and approachable list of guidelines that will help young girls navigate a broken world and become the young women God made them to be.
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23. Simple Pursuit: A Heart After Jesus
by: Passion Movement Release date: Nov 01, 2016 Number of Pages: 400 Find in Library Read Review |
The heartbeat of the Passion Movement is God’s glory, and God is most glorified in us when we live lives that are fully satisfied in Him. But what does that actually look like?
Simple Pursuit contains 365 daily devotionals written by a collective of 18–25-year-olds from the Passion Movement for their peers. Each day of this yearlong journey will inspire you to perfect the pause, allowing God to break through the noise of this world with the truth of His Word. The overflow of your daily pursuit will lead you on to be winsome—living an irresistible life focused on the central purpose and mission of Jesus.
With introductions by Louie Giglio, Chris Tomlin, David Crowder, and Matt Redman, Simple Pursuit was built on the declaration from Isaiah 26:8: “Yes Lord, walking in the way of your truth, we wait eagerly for you; for your name and your renown are the desire of our souls.” Through each day’s Scripture, reflection, and prayer, you will begin to see the big story Jesus is writing for your life and the great opportunity you have to be a part of something bigger than yourself—building His kingdom!
24. Praying for Your Future Husband: Preparing Your Heart for His
by: Robin Jones Gunn, Tricia Goyer Release date: May 03, 2011 Number of Pages: 224 Find in Library Read Review |
Will it make a difference?
There’s only one way to find out…
From when we were small girls, most of us dream of “The One,” our future husband. We think about what it would be like to be a bride. We wonder who that special guy is and when we’ll find him. The great news is that what you do now can make a difference in your life and the life of your future husband!
Authors and good friends Robin Jones Gunn (Christy Miller series) and Tricia Goyer (author and former teen mom) believe God answers women’s prayers for husbands—even husbands they may not meet for years. They invite young women to pray boldly for their future mate … while also asking God to prepare their own hearts.
In Praying for Your Future Husband, Robin and Tricia share their two vastly different experiences, including the things they did right and the mistakes they made on the path to meeting and marrying their husbands. Each chapter includes helpful Bible verses, prayers, and practical application, along with true stories of women who prayed for a husband and how God answered in remarkable ways.
God has a beautiful romance prepared for you. Prayer is the key to unlocking the love story … with your future husband and with God, the lover of your soul.
25. Home for Christmas: Stories for Young and Old
by: Henry Van Dyke, Pearl S. Buck, Beatrice Joy Chute, Ruth Sawyer, Elizabeth Goudge, Selma Lagerlöf, Rebecca Caudill, Madeleine L’Engle, Miriam LeBlanc Release date: Oct 01, 2014 Number of Pages: 339 Find in Library Read Review |
Home for Christmas includes time-tested favorites by some of the world’s most beloved children’s authors – Pearl Buck, Selma Lagerlöf, Henry van Dyke, Madeleine L’Engle, Elizabeth Goudge, Rebecca Caudill, and Ruth Sawyer – as well as little-known European stories appearing in English for the first time.
26. The Power of a Praying® Teen
by: Stormie Omartian Release date: Aug 01, 2015 Number of Pages: 208 Find in Library Read Review |
Bestselling author Stormie Omartian raised teenagers to adulthood, and her mother’s heart for this age group (14- to 18-year-olds) gives her the perfect foundation for a book on prayer specifically targeting this exciting and challenging time of life.
Along with Scripture verses and true stories of teens in action, The Power of a Praying® Teen addresses key issues young people face, including
- purity
- peer pressure
- insecurity
- body/self-image
- friendships
Each segment of the book concludes with a prayer that teens can follow or use as a model for their own prayers. Easy-to-access chapters focus on what it means to be maturing in all areas of life, including talking to God in prayer.
Young men and women just on the cusp of growing up will find the compassion, help, direction, strength, and stability that comes with knowing and hearing from God in The Power of a Praying® Teen.
27. Teen Life Application Study Bible NLT
by: Tyndale Release date: Jul 01, 2012 Number of Pages: 1504 Find in Library Read Review |
28. Jesus Calling: Devotional Journal
by: Sarah Young Release date: Dec 30, 2013 Number of Pages: 400 Find in Library Read Review |
In this bestselling devotional, readers will receive words of hope, encouragement, comfort, and reassurance of Jesus’ unending love. The devotions are written as if Jesus himself were speaking directly to each reader. Devotions are followed by a journaling prompt with lines for writing thoughts and prayers. Reading Scripture, listening to God’s voice, and journaling her thoughts made Sarah more aware of His presence, allowing her to enjoy more of His peace. And following these steps will do the same for you.
Features & Benefits:
- Bestselling devotional with prompts and journaling space for enhancing a daily personal time with God
- Provides a chance to experience peace in His presence every day
- Over nine million copies sold in the Jesus Calling brand
- Cover design allows for personalization
29. Battlefield of the Mind for Teens: Winning the Battle in Your Mind
by: Joyce Meyer, Todd Hafer Release date: Jun 13, 2006 Number of Pages: 176 Find in Library Read Review |
30. NIV, Revolution: The Bible for Teen Guys, Hardcover: Updated Edition
by: Zondervan, Alex and Brett Harris Release date: Jul 08, 2012 Number of Pages: 1600 Find in Library Read Review |
Revolution is for every guy who wants to live a revolutionary life.
The NIV Revolution Bible equips you to be a revolutionary—living your faith on the edge, challenging things that need to be challenged, discovering new possibilities, and helping others to discover them as well.
Like no other Bible you have ever read, NIV Revolution is for today’s teen guy living in a messy world. God knows all about this world—he is the authority when it comes to understanding relationships, communication, sex, parents, popularity, peer pressure, drugs, divorce, and everything else teenagers face. He also knows what makes you tick, loves you more than you can ever imagine, and wants you to experience a life of purpose, responsibility, and impact.
A revolution of the heart isn’t about how confident, strong, or popular you are. It’s about what God can do in you and through you. He can revolutionize your relationships, your opportunities, and the whole course of your life. He can use you to change the world around you. Are you ready to find out how? Then look inside, and let the revolution begin.
This Bible strengthens you and hones your spiritual revolutionary edge: “Battlelines” show you how other teen guys deal with relationships, sex, drug abuse, and other real-life issues; “Match-Ups” pit the good guys against the bad guys of the Bible to uncover winning—and losing—approaches to life; “Live the Revolution” notes show you how to change your life and revolutionize your impact on others. And there’s plenty more—enough to help you make a kingdom-difference in the world around you. Fill your hands with Revolution. It will open your eyes, strengthen your courage, and guide you like a compass toward a life worth living.
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