Best Selling Books by Josh McDowell

Overcome your struggles. Fulfill your deepest longings. Your whole life awaits you. Many people today experience unprecedented levels of struggles--anxiety, unhealthy relationships, porn use, unresolved hurt, and shame. Medical and mental health professionals confirm that much of the dysfunction and disconnectedness we experience in life stems from unaddressed or unresolved relational and emotional hurts. These hurts leave us with unfulfilled God-given longings that we seek to fulfill through unhealthy behaviors. Yet, our struggles aren''t random; they''re signals that when answered, can pave our way towards a thriving life. Free to Thrive provides a guide for that journey, as Josh McDowell and Ben Bennett blend hard-won wisdom and youthful passion to present biblical, time-tested, and research-supported principles for overcoming hurts, struggles, and hindrances to a whole life--a life of spiritual, emotional, and relational wholeness instead of brokenness--the kind of life every reader was born to live.

When Jesus died on the cross, it seemed that all had been lost. Death had won. But after three days in a rich man''s tomb, Jesus appeared…alive! The news was so shocking that His followers refused to believe it until they saw Him with their own eyes and touched His wounds with their own hands. Then Jesus made an amazing claim: In the future, they too would have resurrected bodies like His, bodies that would never deteriorate, age or perish. They would have new life without death or pain in the presence of a loving God forever. But can we really believe His promise? For that matter, can we really believe that the promise was made by a Man who rose from the dead? In this fascinating look at the claims of the Gospel writers and 2,000 years of believing Christians, bestselling author Josh McDowell and his son Sean examine the compelling evidence and conclude that Jesus Christ conquered death and the gravel in clear, concise and accessible chapters, Josh and Sean present the fact s about the resurrection and what it means for readers today.

Resurrected—Experience Freedom from the Fear of Death (The Unshakable Truth® Journey growth guide #8) focuses on the truth about Christ''s resurrection. The truth that Christ rose from the grave and that his resurrection is a historical event assures us of eternal life and overcomes any fear of dying. Series copy An entire generation of young Christians—along with millions of older believers—is confused about what they believe, why they believe it, and how it''s relevant. The Unshakable Truth Journey® Growth Guides are a series of 12 courses designed especially for churches, church classes, and small groups. They get to the heart of what being a true follower of Christ means and what knowing Christ is all about. Each five-session guide is based one of 12 core truths of the Christian faith presented in Josh and Sean McDowell''s book The Unshakable Truth®. Orthodox, hard-hitting, and relevant, these guides uniquely positioned for today''s culture because they highlight how Christianity''s beliefs affect relationships; promote a relational, group context in which Christians can experience the teaching in depth; and show believers how they can live out Christianity''s central truths before their community and world. More than just a program, The Unshakable Truth Journey® Growth Guides are a tool for long-term change and transformation!

Skeptical teens are the beating heart of Josh McDowell Ministires, and in this specially designed resource for youth, bestselling author Josh McDowell and his son, Sean, look at the claims of the Gospel writers and examine the compelling evidence for Jesus Christ''s resurrection. Writing in a language that will resonate with 21st-century youth and in chapters that correspond to the adult and children''s editions of the book, Josh and Sean invite skeptical teens to discover the proof of Christ''s resurrection and what it means for them today.

Growing—Experience the Dynamic Path to Transformation speaks to the truth about our transformed life in Christ. The truth about our transformed life in Christ defines who we are in this world and shows how we can know our purpose in life. Series copy An entire generation of young Christians—along with millions of older believers—is confused about what they believe, why they believe it, and how it''s relevant. The Unshakable Truth Journey® Growth Guides are a series of 12 courses designed especially for churches, church classes, and small groups. They get to the heart of what being a true follower of Christ means and what knowing Christ is all about. Each five-session guide is based one of 12 core truths of the Christian faith presented in Josh and Sean McDowell''s book The Unshakable Truth®. Orthodox, hard-hitting, and relevant, these guides uniquely positioned for today''s culture because they highlight how Christianity''s beliefs affect relationships; promote a relational, group context in which Christians can experience the teaching in depth; and show believers how they can live out Christianity''s central truths before their community and world. More than just a program, The Unshakable Truth Journey® Growth Guides are a tool for long-term change and transformation!

Among important books in the defense of Christianity, this one has few equals. Evidence That Demands a Verdict is an easy-to-read, front-line defense for Christians facing the tough questions of critics and skeptics. Using secular evidences and other historical sources, Josh McDowell''s faith-building book is a "must read" for every Christian.

Who Is Jesus? The More Than a Carpenter Study Guide will encourage discussion and reflection on the key insights about Jesus from the timeless classic, More Than a Carpenter. Perfect for group and individual study. Skeptic Josh McDowell thought Christians were out of their minds. He ridiculed and insulted them, then decided to combat them with his own thorough research to disprove the claims of Jesus Christ. To his surprise, he discovered that the evidence suggested exactly the opposite—that Jesus, instead of being simply a first-century Hebrew carpenter, was so much more. Study alongside Josh and Sean McDowell as they present the claims of Scripture. Keep studying, keep asking questions, keep wrestling. Learn how the truth can saturate your life and the life of your group like it did with Josh and Sean McDowell.

Sex is everywhere. And misunderstandings about it are even more pervasive. Whether you have questions of your own and don’t know who to ask, or you are being asked questions and don’t know where to turn—this small book has the answers. Bestselling author and speaker, Josh McDowell believes that no question is off limits and that knowledge, not ignorance, is the key to youthful purity and a fulfilling marriage and family. This book builds on that approach with relevant, pertinent statistics, entertaining anecdotes, and real stories. This little book will be a very practical tool in the hands of anyone who is struggling, anyone who is curious, anyone who is nervous about asking a "dumb question," and most importantly, anyone who desires to learn how to honor God with his or her body. The Bible is clear on a lot of these issues and Josh''s candor (and respect for young people) shines through as he shares these truths about sex. Much like Josh''s apologetics books, this book will help equip a skeptical generation with the facts they are sorely missing.

Over sixty stories from the Old and New Testaments, in which the main character must make an important choice.

Addresses from a Christian viewpoint a number of topics of interest to teenagers, including parents, self-image, peer pressure, dating, and sex.

Uses the story of a teenage boy who is worried about a friend to explore the problem of suicide and what to do for someone who has suicidal thoughts.

Josh and Sean McDowell, masters of practical Christian apologetics, team up in this trustworthy resource that helps readers understand and gain assurance about difficult Bible verses and passages. The McDowells’ way of boiling down topics and explaining them clearly helps dispel questions that can confuse people about Christianity or frustrate them in their spiritual growth. Readers will appreciate features such as a simple, easy-to-access format straightforward explanations in nontheological language a summary of key principles of interpretation to help them learn and grow This is a resource readers will turn to for help in everyday life—one that will help them gain confidence in all of Scripture. Excellent for individuals, churches, and church leaders, as well as personal and pastoral libraries.

This is an eight-session youth group meeting experience designed to equip young people to respond to the toughest crises their peers may face. Addressing each issue covered in the Friendship 911 Collection, students learn how to help their friends with "Tender Loving Care" and in the process become a powerful witness of God''s love and care. Students also complete daily activities between group sessions, 35 activities in all. An optional video supplement augments each youth group session with powerful visuals and dramatic illustrations of youth struggling with each of the eight crises. Shaded sections in the Friendship 911 Leader''s Guide indicate when and how to use this optional video supplement.

If the church doesn''t act now, we will lose a whole generation to postmodernism. Most young people believe that truth is relative to individual beliefs. McDowell insists that truth matters, and that truth changes who we are and how we act. McDowell introduces "relational apologetics, " proving that objective truth is founded on a relationship with Jesus Christ.

Three high school students on a wilderness trip with their church group struggle with moral decisions, while several of Satan''s underlings try to lead them astray. Includes sections that relate the story to real-life decisions and matters of spiritual growth.

Teaches parents and leaders of young people how to instill Christian values in the next generation.

Child rearing has never been easy, and if you’re a dad today, trustworthy advice on good parenting and godly parenting skills can be hard to find. Author and speaker Josh McDowell has spent over 50 years successfully working with young people, including raising his own four children. He mentors you in guiding your children into 10 practical life commitments that will enable them to confidently face a scary world and an uncertain future. You can help your kids know how to love God, love themselves, and love others make right choices resolve conflict and respond properly to authority understand sex and relationships as God designed them deal humbly with success and graciously with defeat Leading your kids with God’s wisdom and practicing good parenting skills is the best way to love them. 10 Commitments for Dads gives you a straightforward, concise resource for keeping your children in the center of your heart.