Most Popular Books by Ron Luce

Parents and youth leaders everywhere are asking the question: How can I get my kids on fire for God? You''ve preached to them, "bribed" them, begged them and literally forced them to go to church. Nothing seems to work! Ron Luce has seen tens of thousands of teens transformed by the living God, and he''s convinced: You can break the spiritual gridlock between you, your teenager and the church. In Inspire the Fire you''ll discover: *Preventative medicine to keep your kids out of the apathy trap *How to break the communication barrier between you and your teenager *Your teenager''s need for identity and purpose in life *How to launch your kids beyond religious experiences and into a personal encounter with God

Since 1986, Ron Luce and Teen Mania have held huge events reaching millions of teens with the message of living completely abandoned lives for Christ. With the hearts, minds, and loyalties of today''s teens more at risk than ever, it is imperative to fill their minds with the things of God. In Connecting with God, Luce provides engaging daily readings on topics of interest to teens, including friends, entertainment, parents, school, and more. For teens wanting a deeper relationship with Christ, as well as those searching for answers to life''s questions, here is a valuable tool that will lead them into a more passionate, deeply committed relationship with Christ that they can then speak out to the world.

In Quit Playing with Fire, Ron Luce lets teens in on the plan: Jesus wants to give you a meaningful, fun-filled life. Christianity isn''t for weak people and nerds. It''s not boring and strict. It''s for the totally sold-out, radical people who are smart enough to realize that while the devil has many paths to destruction, Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. When you Quit Playing with Fire, you''ll see how to cope with sexual questions, drug traps, fights with your parents, and more. You''ll find out it''s cool to be a Christian. Book jacket.

If your foundation is faulty, how will you stand? We live in a "feel-good" culture. Somehow in a world where emotions were meant to enhance our lives we''ve allowed them to dominate. What''s more, we''re told that if we don''t follow our feelings we''re not being authentic. It is no wonder that this attitude follows us into our churches. As a result, when problems arise or good things don''t happen as we expect, we question our faith, wondering why God doesn''t care. Resilient explores the watered-down, feel-good ways the Christian faith is often presented that result in a shaky foundation. Sharing the real-life struggle he experienced when his oldest daughter, Hannah, almost died during a plane crash that claimed the lives of four of her friends, Ron Luce shows you how to: · Train yourself for endurance rather than just strength · Build your confidence in God when you don''t understand · Develop a resilient faith that will get you through the good and the bad

From social media to YouTube to TV to music, the media and celebrities are tirelessly and wirelessly trying to shape who are and who you will become. But God created you to create, to shape the culture around you instead of being shaped by it. He has given you a dream and the ability to make that dream a reality. Either you dream or you are controlled by others'' dreams, the choice is yours. Are you ready to recreate your world?

Teens today face a bombardment of the glorification of promiscuous sex from every side. From MTV images and music lyrics to television programs popular with teens, the message communicated is that everyone is doing it and those abstaining from sex are abnormal. Friends with benefits has become too common, almost expected. Seeking to stand up for teens and exhort them to speak for sexual purity is the youth organization, Teen Mania. In Friends without Benefits, founder Ron Luce encourages teens to know the facts (physical and biblical) about sex and sexuality so they can make wise, informed choices rather than just follow the crowd. With their identities and self images at stake, teens need a clear, encouraging, hopeful message like this. Not what feels good, but what is right. Not what is tempting, but what is true. Designed for teens, here are honest stories and discussion of issues they need to hear before it is too late.

Television. A little sister. An angry father. A favorite radio station. It''s a noisy world. A lot of voices shout for teenagers'' attention. Who do they listen to? And who do they tune out? In Live God Loud, Teen Mania''s Ron Luce challenges teens to do a sound check. "I''d like you to take the volume control of your choices and choose to turn God up. One... two... perhaps five notches." Confronting tough issues like dating, family survival, and insecurity, Ron Luce offers edgy teaching that will take young people from being excited about their faith to being serious about it.

Parents, pastors, youth pastors, and all concerned adults will welcome this 6 week small group Bible study guide. Together with the companion ReCreate Your World DVD, this guide will bring hope into the lives of those who dare to step out of the status quo of quiet Christianity and make a massive difference by dreaming and using their God given creativity to reshape culture. Dare to dream of what could happen when we all choose to recreate!

Move Out: Warriors on a Mission is a curriculum that, over the course of an intense weekend retreat or spread out over several weeks, prepares teens for the mission field.

From MySpace to YouTube, HBO to MTV, 50 Cent to Fergie... the media and celebrities are tirelessly and wirelessly trying to shape who are and who you will become. But God created you to create, to shape the culture around you instead of being shaped by it. He has given you a dream and the ability to make that dream a reality.Either you dream or you are controlled by others’ dreams, the choice is yours. Are you ready to ReCreate your world?

This unique promise book pairs topically indexed Scripture from the New King James Version with relevant commentary by Teen Mania President Ron Luce. Adeptly addressing the needs of today''s youth, Luce guides teens to a deeper understanding of Christ and a closer walk with Him.

When Teens Pray richly demonstrates how God has intervened as teenagers have sought Him. Each chapter features true-life stories of the power of teens'' prayers as they intercede for their high schools, families, and friends; as they pray on the mission field; and as they deal with the struggles of adolescence. "God links" -- dynamic prayer strategies supplied throughout the book -- help the reader connect with God. These amazing stories demonstrate that teenagers don''t have to finish college or go to seminary for God to use them; they can impact their world and see their own lives changed as they pray -- wherever they are!

For over 20 years, Dr. Jay Strack has been working with young Christian leaders throughout the U.S. and teaching them have a better understanding of God''s Word and His calling in their lives. The topics chosen for the Student Leadership University Study Guide Series represent part of the teaching model that Dr. Strack has developed over the years and address tough questions that young people are asking today. In this study guide, Dr. Strack and Ron Luce will take the student on a journey through the lives of teens such as David, Joseph, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Timothy, Mary, and others to discover what it takes to really make a difference in the world around you. They will teach students the importance of: having a powerful personal devotion time with God / keeping your mind protected and fortified / defending your faith / having accountability / honoring your parents / finding your purpose and living it out fearlessly

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.

This book contain eight weeks of teen devotionals inspired by the annual Fire youth conventions which reach about 50,000 teenagers each year.

This fantastic rescue manual for parents of teenagers is a "how-to" guide, helping parents get through the toughest issues their teens face in our drastically changed society.

The founder of Teen Mania Ministries follows up the revolutionary Battle Cry with a fervent wake-up call for teens in the midst of a cultural crisis. (Youth Issues)

Athens County, Ohio, came out of the pioneer spirit of a new nation expanding westward after the Revolutionary War into the Northwest Territory. Upon declaration of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787, the Ohio Company of Associates bought millions of acres of land to sell to land-hungry easterners. In 1788, the first boat of new settlers arrived in Marietta, Ohio. By 1797, wars with the Native Americans had ended and more land became available. When they got here, settlers found some rich farmland, but more importantly they discovered salt, coal, clay and a need for industry to provide for the needs of the people. Opportunities abounded to make fortunes in other places from the resources readily available locally. Central to the development of Athens County was the vision people had years before the first settlers arrived; they dreamed of and made provisions for a university in the new territory. Today, more than 200 years later, Ohio University thrives in the city of Athens.

There is a battle raging. It''s not in the Middle East. And terrorists are not the threat. But millions of souls are at rish. There is but one hope, and if we fail - the youth of our nation could be lost...forever. Now is the time to read the Battle Cry for a Generation. In North America today, there is the largest number of teens since the baby boomer generation. These teens hold the future - yours our ours - in their hands. Battle Cry for a Generation tells us why and how to reclaim our youth for Christ.More Information at : http://www.battlecry.com/

A thirteen-week devotional book to be worked through singly or with a group and which challenges the reader to live what the Bible teaches.

Something Is About To Happen! God is up to something with young people all over North America and around the world. There is a stir in the air and a restlessness in the hearts of average church-going teens who want something deeper in their life. This is a practical devotional that will help you grow and mature in Christ. With daily powerful insights, Ron Luce provides simple, yet profound guidance on how to become the mature teenager God wants you to be. You will find in-your-face wisdom that will empower you to go after a deeper, more rewarding walk with Christ: How to "acquire the fire" to serve God and live righteously. Allowing God to restore your emotions. How maturity in Christ is measured. What is the meaning of a quiet time with the Lord? Moving from a self-centered behavior to caring for those around you.

A thirteen-week devotional designed to develop the character of a WorldChanger.

This is a daily devotional for the first 4 weeks after someone becomes a follower of Christ! It is interactive, and designed to be used with a group, so at the end of each week the small group leader has discussion questions (included) to lead the group through the week''s content and apply to their lives.

SI SU FUNDAMENTO ESTA DEFECTUOSO, ¿COMO VA A SOSTENERSE EN PIE? VIVIMOS EN UNA CULTURA TIPO AUTOGRATIFICANTE. De alguna manera, en un mundo en el que las emociones estaban destinadas a realzar nuestras vidas, hemos permitido que ellas dominen. Es más, se nos dice que si no hacemos lo que sentimos no somos auténticos. No es de extrañar que tal actitud nos siga a nuestras iglesias. Como resultado, cuando surgen problemas o las cosas no suceden como esperamos, cuestionamos nuestra fe, preguntándonos por qué a Dios no le interesa eso. Resistente explora las manera autogratificantes y diluidas con que a menudo se presenta la fe cristiana y que resultan en una base inestable. Al relatar la lucha de la vida real que experimentó cuando su hija mayor, Hannah, casi muere en un accidente aéreo que cobró la vida de cuatro de sus amigos, Ron Luce le muestra a usted cómo: Prepararse para tener resistencia más que fuerza únicamente Forjar su confianza en Dios aun cuando usted no entienda Desarrollar una fe resistente que le llevará a través de lo bueno y lo malo

Getting past unexciting "mental Christianity" means jumping headfirst into faith. This teen devotional shows how-you and God determine when.

Writers like Luis Palau, Ed Cole, Jack Hayford, and more share their vision for reaching a new generation of young people...before the world does.

Tune out screens. Tune in to God. In a world dominated by the internet, social media, and thousands of other distractions, you can feel like you and your kids are chopping through a jungle of content. Before you know it, endless scrolling, gaming, and binge-watching can reshape your mind and overtake your family. Take back control of what is shaping you and your kids. Navigating the Media Jungle reveals how addictive media is while empowering you to listen for the Lord and encounter real relationships and purpose. Through Scripture, journal questions, and prayers to center your attention back on God''s truth, Ron Luce shares powerful guidance to help you discern the lies behind impulsive media use, understand your addiction to distractions, assess your screen time, break free from technology''s pull, and influence the world through media creation. Step out of the digital haze, become a light for Jesus, and enter a life of clarity and faith.

Offering practical, biblical advice, this parent''s guide helps families survive the most difficult teenage years. (Relationships)

The ultimate resource for powerful youth ministry! Backed by the proven experience of youth minister Ron Luce, Revolution YM: Training Youth Specialists for High-Impact Ministry is just what the title implies - it''s a comprehensive guide to high impact, vital youth ministry! And this two-in-one book is designed to help both experienced and new youth leaders grow their ministries in effectiveness and in numbers. Care is taken in helping leaders establish a youth ministry philosophy, and by providing inspiration and step-by-step plans to help them make their ministry visions a reality! This 480-page manual offers complete training for youth leaders, helping them grow their ministries not only by providing practical instruction in ministry and leadership development but also teaching them how to prioritize and balance their spiritual and personal lives.

This is designed for an eager follower in who just became a Follower of Jesus. After the first 4 weeks, this 12 week "trimester" gives them something to do every day for 12 weeks, drawing them closer to Christ each day, helping them to interact with Him about important issues of growth. Each week is a different foundational theme, and ends with groups discussion questions so small groups can use to facilitate rapid spiritual growth!

Our teens hold the future in their hands. Battle Cry for a Generation tells us why and how to reclaim our youth for Christ. Spanish version of Ron Luce''s bestseller.

Parents, pastors, youth pastors and all concerned adults will welcome this 6 week small group Bible study guide. Together with the companion ReCreate Your World DVD, this guide will bring hope into the lives of those who dare to step out of the status quo of quiet Christianity and make a massive difference by dreaming and using their God given creativity to reshape culture. Dare to dream of what could happen when we all choose to ReCreate!

Understand your role as part of God''s army and God''s family and come away with a new understanding of your individual worth.

In this new video assisted program from the Extreme for Jesus Promise Book, Ron Luce addresses everyday situations and needs that today''s youth encounter. Some of the situations include what to do when you are walking on the dark side, moving too fast, and feeling really down. Ron uses Scripture from the Extreme TeenTM New King James Version to guide teens to a better understanding of Christ and to walk closer with Him.