Alive 1 [Paperback]

S. Rickly Christian (Author), Mike Yaconelli (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 6, 1995 | Series: ALIVE BOOKS (Book 2)

Rick Christian knows that young adults today wrestle with complex, important issues. And in Alive 1, he invites you to see what the Bible has to say about them. Packed with thought-provoking stories and eye-catching photos, Alive 1 looks at the world you live in and shows you how to succeed in it as a Christian. You won't find a simplistic, patronizing approach in Alive 1. Instead, you'll find 175 frank, sparkling daily devotions touching on everything from sex to character to communication -- all in the language of today's rapidly changing world. For each devotional topic, you'll find a Scripture, meditations, and additional Scripture references to look up for added insight. Now revised, this classic devotional is filled with sound wisdom and encouragement for each day. It's just what you need to get a solid grip on life -- for now, and for tomorrow!

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From the Back Cover

Rick Christian knows that young adults today wrestle with complex, important issues. And in Alive 1, he invites you to see what the Bible has to say about them. Packed with thought-provoking stories and eye-catching photos, Alive 1 looks at the world you live in and shows you how to succeed in it as a Christian. You won't find a simplistic, patronizing approach in Alive 1. Instead, you'll find 175 frank, sparkling daily devotions touching on everything from sex to character to communication -- all in the language of today's rapidly changing world. For each devotional topic, you'll find a Scripture, meditations, and additional Scripture references to look up for added insight. Now revised, this classic devotional is filled with sound wisdom and encouragement for each day. It's just what you need to get a solid grip on life -- for now, and for tomorrow!

About the Author

S. Rickly Christian, president of Alive Communications, has written several books, including Alive 1 and Alive 2. He is former editorial director for Focus on the Family Publishing, has served as editor of Campus Life and The Saturday Evening Post. He lives in Colorado Springs.

The late Mike Yaconelli was in the ministry for forty-two years, both as a pastor and a minister to students. He was owner and co-founder of Youth Specialties, and the author of Messy Spirituality and Dangerous Wonder. Mike was something of a wild man - passionate about life and grace and Jesus.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 13 and up
  
• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan; Revised edition (November 6, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310499011
• ISBN-13: 978-0310499015
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,776,273 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Devotion Book Excellent!, October 13, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Alive 1 (Paperback)

As teenagers today, it's not always easy to find devotionals that are applicable to our lives. They always seem to be written by these people whose books make you feel like you're being talked down to. Mr. Christian's book, however, is fresh and, well, alive - with the truth of God's word. No condescending language and straight to the Word. And it has spoken in a multitude of ways to me, which I feel is because of the fact that this book speaks the truth of the Bible. It speaks the truth, most importantly, without big words or large phrases that make teenagers feel like Christianity is a concept entirely beyond our grasp. So thumbs up, stars galore to Rick Christian's approach to teen devotions!!!