New Releases by Josh McDowell

Josh McDowell, bestselling author and one of the most recognized Christian apologists, teams up with researcher Bill Wilson in this classic apologetics book, now with a new title, new cover, and new opportunity to connect with readers. This accessible resource explores historical evidence about Jesus so seekers, skeptics, and Christians can understand more about Christ, His claims, His impact, and the evidence for His life. Revealing material includes: surprising information from ancient secular writings about Jesus insights and errors from the post-apostolic writers how to test the New Testament evidence and material outside of the gospels details of the geography, culture, and other religions at the time of Christ findings about Jesus'' miracles, death, resurrection, and identity Packed with fascinating, relevant, and intriguing information about Christ and His purpose, this is an ideal resource for individuals, groups, churches, as well as personal and academic libraries.

This comprehensive study guide covers the introduction and the 12 foundational truths distilled in The Unshakable Truth, making it ideal for a 13-week group course and adaptable for a 52-week one. Users of the study guide—whether individuals or church groups—will get a firm grip on the book''s central issues: what they as Christians believe, why they believe it, how it’s relevant to life, and how they can pass it on to the next generation. The guide will help them work the meaning, credibility, and relevance of Christianity deep into their minds and hearts. Ultimately, believers will be helped to understand apologetics relationally, seeing how right believing affects not only them but also the people they encounter. A great resource for pastors, leaders, parents, youth groups, church groups—anyone wanting to reveal Christianity’s power in today’s life and culture.

With over 40 million books sold, bestselling author Josh McDowell is no stranger to creatively presenting biblical truth. Now, partnering with fellow apologist Dave Sterrett, Josh introduces a new series targeted at the intersection of story and truth. The Coffee House Chronicles are short, easily devoured novellas aimed at answering prevalent spiritual questions. Each book in the series tackles a long-contested question of the faith, and then answer these questions with truth through relationships and dialogue in each story. In Is the Bible True, Really?: A Dialogue on Skepticism, Evidence, and Truth, we meet Nick, a college freshman at a state school in Texas. Nick has his spiritual world turned upside-down with what he hears in an introduction to religion class. His questions turn into conversations as he dialogues with professors, friends, and family about the authenticity and authority of the Bible. The other two books in the series: Who is Jesus, Really? and Did the Resurrection Happen, Really? continue the unfolding story at the college campus and the coffee house down the road.

With over 40 million books sold, bestselling author Josh McDowell is no stranger to creatively presenting biblical truth. Now, partnering with fellow apologist Dave Sterrett, Josh introduces a new series targeted at the intersection of story and truth. The Coffee House Chronicles are short, easily devoured novellas aimed at answering prevalent spiritual questions. Each book in the series tackles a long-contested question of the faith, and then answer these questions with truth through relationships and dialogue in each story. In Who is Jesus, Really?: A Dialogue on God, Man, and Grace, the group of students now meeting at the coffee house at a college town in Texas come face-to-face with the implications of the person and works of Jesus Christ. Their questions and conversations lead them to creatively respond to a well-known Atheist about Jesus’ claims and actions. The other two books in the series: Is the Bible True, Really? and Did the Resurrection Happen, Really? continue the unfolding story at the college campus and the coffee house down the road.

A 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 grave! In clear, concise and accessible chapters, Josh and Sean present the facts about the resurrection and what it means for readers today.

The name Josh McDowell promises real-life, on-the-street Christian apologetics. McDowell, along with his son, Sean, draws on a lifetime of work to create this comprehensive handbook on what Christians believe, why they believe it, how it is relevant to life, and how they can pass it on to the next generation. The Unshakable Truth is uniquely positioned in the way it presents apologetics relationally, focusing on how right believing affects not only believers but also the people they encounter. The authors help readers… understand God’s grand plan of creation, incarnation, and re-creation. discover the 12 “truth statements” of Scripture and why they are credible and critical to living out the Christian faith. experience the authenticity of faith through practical examples and real-life stories that demonstrate how relevant the gospel is to life. A spiritual gold mine for pastors, leaders, parents, and youth workers—anyone wanting to reveal Christianity’s power in today’s life and culture.

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.

Evidence for Christianity answers questions about the Christian faith and provides evidence.

For more than 20 years, Josh McDowell has been hailed as one of America''s most powerful and persuasive defenders of the Christian faith. In this book, he and co-author Don Stewart offer a wealth of Bible research and point-by-point logic to answer the 65 toughest questions asked by skeptics.

The research on the current generation of young people reveals an alarming fact: they have redefined what it means to be Christian. The majority of our churched young people do not believe Christ is the Son of God, do not believe the Holy Spirit is a real entity, and think ''doing good'' earns them a place in heaven. And just as disturbing is the fact that their attitudes and behavior are virtually no different than those of non-Christians. In this defining message of his 40 years of ministry, Josh McDowell strikes at the heart of the problem and offers a clear solution. "We must bring this new generation face to face with who Christ really is," Josh explains. "They know the facts, but they don''t know Him. They are believing distorted views of Christianity. This means we must first model Christlikeness to them and then continually lead them through a basic spiritual formation process that sets them on a solid foundation for building a life that is authentically Christian." Reintroduce the real and relevant Christ to your young people, lead them through the process of Christlikeness and you may very well ignite a spiritual revolution for an entire generation.

A journey of discovery-- " I never knew all that"--"I have to admit: I''m hooked"--"That''s pretty persuasive"--"What does that tell you?"--"What difference does it make?"--A quest fulfilled.

Contains compelling evidence which proves the resurrection beyond reasonable doubt.

Josh McDowell''s Beyond Belief message is the foundation to launch a spiritual revolution among youth. This is a revolution to equip churches and families to raise up a generation of the cross—young people who have been transformed by Christ and the cross, who are empowered to live crossgrain to the culture and are committed to share Christ across all cultures. Sixteen stand-alone products make up an entire family of resources that churches need to launch a church-wide revolution. These products are directed to every age group from 5 to 105, and help equip church groups and families with the tools to lead their children and youth to become transformed, passionate followers of Christ. This eight-session workbook study for youth groups with leader''s guide follow up the video series and is designed to disciple youth to become passionate followers of Christ.

Josh McDowell''s Beyond Belief message is the foundation to launch a spiritual revolution among youth. This is a revolution to equip churches and families to raise up a generation of the cross—young people who have been transformed by Christ and the cross, who are empowered to live crossgrain to the culture and are committed to share Christ across all cultures. Sixteen stand-alone products make up an entire family of resources that churches need to launch a church-wide revolution. These products are directed to every age group from 5 to 105, and help equip church groups and families with the tools to lead their children and youth to become transformed, passionate followers of Christ. The eight-session group workbook study for adult groups with leader''s guide is the natural follow-up to the Belief Matters video series. Belief Matters provides an in-depth step-by-step plan for parents and gatekeepers to lead their families and youth into a fresh encounter with God.

Josh McDowell''s Beyond Belief message is the foundation to launch a spiritual revolution among youth. This is a revolution to equip churches and families to raise up a generation of the cross—young people who have been transformed by Christ and the cross, who are empowered to live crossgrain to the culture and are committed to share Christ across all cultures. Sixteen stand-alone products make up an entire family of resources that churches need to launch a church-wide revolution. These products are directed to every age group from 5 to 105, and help equip church groups and families with the tools to lead their children and youth to become transformed, passionate followers of Christ. These eight-session True or False Workbooks with leader''s guides are designed for two separate age groups: one for children grades 1-3 and another for older children grades 4-6. This fun-filled group study experience leads children to understand why God''s only Son, Jesus, came to earth and sacrificed his very life for them.

Presents Scripture verses and readings for each day of the year, designed to help young people make good choices in their daily lives.

This seeker-friendly book invites readers to discover that certainty involves some absolutes. It addresses postmodernists'' view of truth, pointing to the absolute truth in the person of Jesus.

Josh McDowell''s Beyond Belief message is the foundation to launch a spiritual revolution among youth. This is a revolution to equip churches and families to raise up a generation of the cross--young people who have been transformed by Christ and the cross, who are empowered to live crossgrain to the culture and are committed to share Christ across all cultures. Sixteen stand-alone products make up an entire family of resources that churches need to launch a church-wide revolution. These products are directed to every age group from 5 to 105, and help equip church groups and families with the tools to lead their children and youth to become transformed, passionate followers of Christ. In this first follow-up to Josh''s popular first family devotional, Josh helps parents pray and worship together with their children while grounding them in knowledge of why God is who he is.

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.

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.

How can parents, youth workers, and teachers help teens resist the immense pressure to be sexually active before marriage? Josh McDowell''s classic Why Wait? has been updated and revised in this new reference work to prepare adults with answers and a solution to kids'' struggles to remain sexually pure in today''s culture. Why True Love Waits equips readers with emotional, relational, physical, and spiritual reasons to share with young people to help them resist sexual pressure.

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.

The real battle is not in the amoral and immoral influences of our culture, but in the hearts of our young people, says author and speaker Josh McDowell inThe Disconnected Generation. And our young people are losing hope because they feel isolated and alienated from their parents. They are the disconnected generation. This book shows parents and youth workers how to understand and close the isolation gap to form nurturing, enduring relationships that can withstand cultural influences. As a companion toThe Disconnected Generation,the video curriculum resources provides five video sessions from Josh McDowell offering practical steps that every adult can take to close the emotional gap between themselves and their children.

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.

When fifteen-year-old Jessica Ingram hears those words she knows she will never be the same. Suddenly her family-and her emotions-are in pieces. She feels as though her whole world is coming apart. Do you know any students like Jessica who are facing the separation or divorce of parents? What can you say or do to help? What do they need most right now? Perhaps more than any time in their lives they need a "911 friend"-a friend who "...is always loyal and a brother [and sister who] is born to help in time of need" (Prov. 17:17). Through the aid of a gripping true-to-life story, Josh McDowell along with Ed Stewart offers biblical insights and practical instruction on what your friend can do when faced with the break-up of a home. But more importantly, you will discover how to become a true source of comfort, encouragement, and support to him or her during the ordeal. This book is designed for you to read first and then give to your friend. And if you are that person faced with your parent''s divorce, you will learn what to expect in the weeks and months ahead. But more than that, you will discover how to experience the comfort, encouragement and support you need from both God and a friend-most likely the friend who gave you this book.

Uses the story of teenagers Luke and Traci to explore questions about dating, love, and sex from a Christian perspective.

theologically conservative stand, yet presenting alternate views with fairness.

Because of the author''s profound shift in his understanding of identity issues, this bestselling book has been revised to help readers find victory over faulty views of the self and help them align their view of who they are with God''s view.

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