Grit & Joy: Help for Bewildered Families of Teens

In a world where teens are constantly chasing after surface-level distractions, they're left yearning for something deeper--a joy that doesn't fade with the next trend. Grit & Joy: Help for Bewildered Families of Teens is the guide that helps parents and mentors step in and offer the kind of joy that comes from a lasting, authentic faith. Grit & Joy takes readers on a journey to disrupt the pace of life that's been draining us all. They show how we can move from the frantic rhythms of modern life to a pace that invites us--and our teens--to experience the joy of a life with Jesus. This isn't just about slowing down; it's about making space for the deeper things that matter. Through practical advice, powerful stories, and a blend of social science, brain science, and biblical wisdom, Grit & Joy offers a roadmap for parents and mentors who want to help teens build lasting, authentic joy. This book provides specific strategies for guiding adolescents toward a deeper, more meaningful faith--one that will carry them through life's challenges and help them thrive. Each chapter includes discussion questions to help adults model a deeper, more authentic faith for the teens in their life. These questions are designed to help families pause, reflect, and engage with the material in a way that fosters deeper understanding and connection. What's at stake? Teens who are caught in the trap of shallow living. But through this book, parents and mentors can learn to model a deeper faith--one that leads to joy and roots their kids in a lasting legacy.