__Rebecca McLaughlin__ (PhD, Cambridge University) is the author of Confronting Christianity, named Christianity Today's 2020 Beautiful Orthodoxy Book of the Year. Her subsequent works include 10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity; The Secular Creed; and Jesus through the Eyes of Women.

__Written by Rebecca McLaughlin, Author of Confronting Christianity__

In a world of increasing ideological diversity, kids are being challenged to think through their own beliefs at an early age. Questions like How can you believe the Bible is true?; Why can't we just agree that love is love?; and Isn't Christianity against diversity? can seem like roadblocks for kids who are following Jesus, as well as for those who might otherwise consider faith in Christ. In this helpful book—written both for Christian kids and for those who think Jesus is just a fairy tale character—Rebecca McLaughlin invites readers ages 12–15 to dig deep into hard questions for themselves and perhaps discover that the things that once looked like roadblocks to faith might actually be signposts.

Rebecca McLaughlin uses kid-friendly illustrations and biblical truth to address 10 questions kids face about the Christian worldview, challenging young people to think deeply about hard topics and stand for truth in a secular age.

Rebecca McLaughlin

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Title Page

Copyright

Dedication

Preface

Note to Parents, Grandparents, Guardians, and Friends

Introduction

1 How Can I Live My Best Life Now?

2 Isn’t Christianity against Diversity?

3 Can Jesus Be True for You but Not for Me?

4 Can’t We Just Be Good without God?

5 How Can You Believe the Bible Is True?

6 Hasn’t Science Disproved Christianity?

7 Why Can’t We Just Agree That Love Is Love?

8 Who Cares If You’re a Boy or a Girl?

9 Does God Care When We Hurt?

10 How Can You Believe in Heaven and Hell?

A “Thank You” Note

Notes

General Index

Scripture Index

__Written by Rebecca McLaughlin, Author of Confronting Christianity__

In a world of increasing ideological diversity, kids are being challenged to think through their own beliefs at an early age. Questions like How can you believe the Bible is true?; Why can’t we just agree that love is love?; and Isn’t Christianity against diversity? can seem like roadblocks for kids who are following Jesus, as well as for those who might otherwise consider faith in Christ. In this helpful book—written both for Christian kids and for those who think Jesus is just a fairy tale character—Rebecca McLaughlin invites readers ages 12–15 to dig deep into hard questions for themselves and perhaps discover that the things that once looked like roadblocks to faith might actually be signposts.

\["For ages 12-15","These questions about Christianity use illustrations from popular culture","An engaging way to open up discussions about faith with young teens"\]

Preface

Note to Parents, Grandparents, Guardians, and Friends

Introduction

1. How Can I Live My Best Life Now?
2. Mental and Physical Health Benefits of the Christian Life
3. Isn’t Christianity against Diversity?
4. Racism / Slavery / Christianity as the Most Diverse Movement in History
5. Can Jesus Be True for You but Not for Me?Universal Truth / Relativism / Evangelism
6. Can’t We Just Be Good without God?
7. God as the Basis for Morality / 9/11 / Hitler / Stalin / Human Identity / Abortion
8. How Can You Believe the Bible Is True?Evidence for the Gospels / Evidence for the Resurrection / True versus Literal
9. Hasn’t Science Disproved Christianity?Origins of Science / Science and Faith Controversies / Christian Scientists Today
10. Why Can’t We Just Agree That Love Is Love?
11. Marriage / Sex / Singleness / Friendship / Same-Sex Attraction / Pornography / Abuse
12. Who Cares If You’re a Boy or a Girl?
13. Gender / Feminism / Transgender and Non-Binary Identities
14. Does God Care When We Hurt?
15. God’s Sovereignty in Suffering / God’s Care for Us / Prayer / Purpose
16. How Can You Believe in Heaven and Hell?Meaning of Heaven and Hell / Sin and Judgment / Salvation / Invitation

A “Thank You” Note

Notes

General Index

Scripture Index

“This is a really clear, compelling, understanding, and engaging response to the biggest objections people have to Christianity today. Read it, wrestle with it, and see what your friends make of it.”

__Sam Allberry, pastor; author, 7 Myths about Singleness__

“Rebecca McLaughlin doesn’t shy away from difficult conversations about heaven, hell, sexuality, and racism but handles them with gentleness, humility, and a refreshing humor that preteens and young teens will appreciate. Best of all, she presents the gospel so clearly and beautifully. I’m thankful for this winsome resource that I can recommend to young Christians and non-Christians alike.”

__Quina Aragon, spoken-word artist; author, Love Made: A Story of God’s Overflowing, Creative Heart and Love Gave: A Story of God’s Greatest Gift__

“Young people might not always articulate their questions about life. But they are wondering. 10 Questions Every Kid Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity can help them both express and satisfy their emerging questions and longings. We wish we’d had this book when we were raising our children! But now we can give it away—confidently—starting with our own grandchildren.”

__Ray and Jani Ortlund, President and Executive Vice President, Renewal Ministries__

“10 Questions Every Kid Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity is the book every parent, teacher, youth worker, and young person has been waiting for. In her down-to-earth, relatable, winsome, and brilliant manner, Rebecca McLaughlin tackles the major questions confronting this generation, showing that Jesus is still the answer to our greatest needs and longings. If we don’t want to lose a generation, we must have the courage to wrestle with hard questions and show that Christianity is relevant in our rapidly changing world.”

__Christine Caine, Founder, A21 and Propel Women__

“Our world is complex. Growing up today and having to confront that complexity is not easy. In this short book, McLaughlin helps young people confront, understand, and interpret the complexity of our world in continual dialogue with the central claims of the Christian faith. Readers will have their minds challenged and illuminated; by struggling through these issues, they will be brought closer to the truth.”

__Tyler J. VanderWeele, John L. Loeb and Frances Lehman Loeb Professor of Epidemiology, Harvard University__

“As a father of five, I was so excited to know about this book. My excitement only grew as I read the truths Rebecca McLaughlin engages in such an accessible manner—many references to Harry Potter and Disney films! Most of all, I was excited to have a theologically rich book that deals with challenging questions that I could place in the hands of my children. This is such an important tool to disciple the next generation!”

__John Perritt, Director of Resources, Reformed Youth Ministries__

From the author of Confronting Christianity, these 10 questions use up-too-date information and pop-culture illustration to explore what Christianity is all about.

__Rebecca McLaughlin__ holds a PhD in renaissance literature from Cambridge University and a theology degree from Oak Hill College in London. She is the cofounder of Vocable Communications and the author of Confronting Christianity, named Christianity Today's 2020 Beautiful Orthodoxy Book of the Year.

Angelina Turner

This is a really excellent, well written book. It’s style is always respectful as it robustly answers some of the objections people raise against Christianity. My 13 year old had it recommended by her youth group, loved it and has recommended it to her friends. However, it isn’t just good for teens, I also found it helpful and have given away several copies I like it so much.

Highly recommended

Karen Bugg

I bought this book to give to my 14 year old teenage daughter for Easter. On receiving it I flicked through - there are lots of good chapters, but I was SHOCKED to read in the chapter 'Who cares if you're a boy or girl' these words: "Throughout the last two thousand years, women have played a massive role in spreading the message of Jesus. Both men and women are called to this work. But a few Christians in each church are called to teach the Bible to the whole church and lead God's family in that place. These people are often called pastors and elders, and these roles seem to be given in the Bible to qualified men...The fact that men are called to lead local churches also doesn't mean that men are more important than women." As a female Baptist Minister I was horrified that I almost gave this book to my teenage daughter! If you hold the view of the author - that church pastors/elders should be male then this book will be great for you. If on the other hand you are fully supportive of female church leadership then my advice is steer clear of this book before it damages your child's view of the potential they have to serve Christ as a woman.

Avoid if you encourage female leadership!!!!

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