Real Life Faith: Bible Companions for Catholic Teens

by Mary Sperry

Overview

What do the people in the Bible have to do with my life? Why should I care about who they were or what they did?

As children of God and followers of Christ, the men and women of the Bible are part of our spiritual heritage. Biblical figures, often young themselves, have much to teach us. They can serve as role models and help us identify and develop qualities that lead to a closer relationship with God and better relationships with those around us.

In this book, you will meet several companions, as well as modern-day teens, who exhibit ways to make those virtues and traits real and put them into practice. Whether read as a personal guide or educational resource, these “real-life” stories are sure to inspire.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780764823961
Publisher:	Liguori Publications
Publication date:	03/01/2014
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)
Age Range:	13 - 17 Years

About the Author

Mary Elizabeth Sperry holds a master’s degree in liturgical studies from The Catholic University of America. She has worked for the USCCB in the Secretariat for the Liturgy, USCCB Publishing, and the Department of Communications. She is the author of Real Life Faith: Bible Companion for Catholic Teens, (Liguori, 2014); and Bible Top Tens and Ten: How the Commandments Can Change Your Life (both 2012). She has published a number of articles with faith-based publications including Liguorian magazine, and has appeared on numerous high-profile radio programs on National Public Radio, CBS Radio, NBC News, the Drew Mariani Show, The Catholics Next Door, and Seize the Day.

Table of Contents

Dedication 5

Acknowledgments 7

Introduction 9

1 Cassidy and ABEL teach Integrity 11

2 Taylor and JOSEPH teach Forgiveness 17

3 Beatriz and MIRIAM teach Perseverance, Responsibility 25

4 Lien and JOSHUA teach Leadership 33

5 LaShawn and SAMUEL teach Discipleship, Discernment 41

6 Josh and DAVID teach Repentance 49

7 Amina and SOLOMON teach Wisdom 59

8 Miguel and TOBIAH teach the value of Honoring Parents 67

9 Delanie and ESTHER teach Courage 75

10 Jessica, Beth, Amber, and the SEVEN BROTHERS teach Faith 83

11 Danny and JEREMIAH teach Fidelity to God's Call 89

12 Noah and DANIEL teach Resisting Temptation 97

13 Liam and JOHN THE BAPTIST teach Honesty 105

14 Henry and MARY teach Trust in God 111

15 Joanie and ANDREW teach Evangelization 119

16 Becca and BARTIMAEUS teach Prayer 127

17 Rosa and MARY MAGDALENE teach Righteousness 133

18 Charlie and TIMOTHY teach Learning, Preaching 141

19 JESUS teaches Unity with God 149

Conclusion 155