Worth It

In Worth It, Chris Morphew writes about following Jesus when life feels complicated. Morphew does not shy away from the hard questions, but allows for biblical confidence while leaving room for nuance.

This concise yet comprehensive book is a defense of Christianity in our post-Christian world. Morphew provides context for our Christian faith today and makes it easy for young people to understand.

Confidence in Christ

What I appreciated most were the chapters on what it means for teens to love their family and friends who don’t follow Jesus. He exhorts them to be examples to their family and to be fully present with their friends.

This is a book for teens who are starting to feel jaded, confused, or at odds with Christian culture. It will challenge them and call them back to a more biblical and confident understanding of Christ and the Christian faith.

I received a media copy of Worth It and this is my honest review. @diveindigdeep

I purchased copies for our youth group after hearing about it. I decided to read it before I handed it out and this book, while primarily for teens is a good reminder for this adult as well.

This honest, insightful book speaks to teens about the challenges of being a Christian in today's world. Teacher and school chaplain Chris Morphew spends a lot of time with teens, and it's clear how well he understands their concerns, and how much he cares about them. He has previously published short books about specific faith questions. In this new, longer book, Morphew addresses multiple issues and themes, exploring why it's worth it to follow Jesus in a post-Christian culture.

Morphew takes readers back to key aspects of the Christian story, explaining why he believes all of this is true, and why it changes everything, even when your friends think that you're weird and on the wrong side of history. He also addresses common questions about putting all of this into practice, sharing advice about topics like family life, dealing with suffering, and being a good friend.

Morphew doesn't shy away from hard topics, and never talks down to teens. He writes in an engaging, conversational style, and he shares personal stories and examples of conversations he's had with teens. He builds a sense of credibility and honesty throughout this book, and this book can encourage teens who are very serious about their faith, and speak to skeptical teens who are on the verge of abandoning their childhood beliefs. Morphew takes people's questions and doubts seriously, and shares thoughtful and honest responses.

This is a great book for Christian teens and young adults who are looking for encouragement in their faith, or who want to explore possible answers to some of their doubts and questions. Also, even though the author's writing style and examples gear this book towards teens, this is a really great, encouraging book for adults to read as well. This is a powerful, encouraging Christian living book that addresses important topics in a disarmingly honest and thought-provoking way.

I received a free copy from the publisher, and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.