Gospel-Centered Community for Teens

Robert H. Thune, MA, is founding and lead pastor of Coram Deo Church in Omaha, Nebraska. He is the author of Gospel Eldership, Gospel Training for Deacons, the coauthor of The Gospel-Centered Life and The Gospel-Centered Community, and the creator of the Daily Liturgy podcast. In addition to his work as a pastor and writer, he helps to lead a classical Christian school, coaches and trains church leaders, and serves on the Council of The Gospel Coalition.Will Walker, MA, is the lead pastor of Providence Church in Austin, TX. He is the coauthor of The Gospel-Centered Life, The Gospel-Centered Community, and Journey to the Cross. Will and his wife, Debbie, are parents of two boys.

"Every teenager is longing for meaningful relationships—the kind where they experience authenticity, grace, truth, and a sense of collective purpose with their peers. Unfortunately, many students struggle to find the kind of community they so desperately crave. The Gospel-Centered Community for Teens does a wonderful job of speaking into the turbulence of the adolescent experience and helping teenagers step into the life they were created for where the transforming power of the gospel shapes their community. If you're looking for a guide to help your group move towards a clearer sense of life together the way Jesus intends, you've found it."Billy Suess, Former Young Life Regional Director"A gospel-centered life should naturally manifest itself in a gospel-centered life together. In The Gospel Centered Community for Teens, Bob Thune and Will Walker make this crucial connection. Teenagers today exist in a world that is more connected than ever, yet more isolated than ever. Thune and Walker equip youth leaders and students to see how the gospel introduces them to a community of intimacy and authenticity, and how through such a community they can compellingly reflect Jesus to the world."Skyler R. Flowers, Family Pastor at Grace Bible Church of Oxford, MS; Associate Program Director at the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics"So many studies reveal that young people long for community but often struggle with the reality of it. With vital insights, biblical depth, and thought-provoking application, The Gospel-Centered Community for Teens is an outstanding resource to address this gap. Parents, young people, and pastors should read, apply, and share this excellent book."Pete Nicholas, Senior Pastor, Redeemer Presbyterian Church, Downtown