About the Book
Parents stutter. Teenagers wonder. Youth workers shudder. How do you talk about dating, sex, friendships, parents, and finances? Where do you begin? Let me begin the conversation for you.
Have you ever thought to yourself?...
"How should I approach dating?"
"How should I view sex?"
"What should I look for in a friend?"
"How do I relate to my parents?"
"How should I approach money?"
Five simple questions. Five not-so-simple answers for a teenager, parent, or youth worker. How you answer these questions will both affect and direct your life. Say what? Five answers to five questions will forever shape your future. So, what would you say?
Written to both students, youth workers, and parents, Say What? Five Talks Every Teen Needs to Hear answers five of life's most challenging and life-altering questions for teens. Looking through the dual lenses of God's Word and the gospel of Jesus Christ, Say What? features both discussion questions (Talk About It) and practical application steps (Just Do it), following each chapter.
Providing candid conversation layered in biblical truth, creative story-telling, and life application, Say What? provides a must-have resource for personal study, parent-teen conversations, and small group settings alike. Start the conversation and let God answer the questions every teen is asking.
About the Author :
Derek A. Nicksich is a husband, father, student pastor and writer. He recently authored The LILOE Devotional: A Thirty Day Journey of Living in Light of Eternity (available on Amazon). He loves his wife Hannah, and his children Nora, Maverick, and Miles
Review :
"Derek's deep knowledge and love for teens shines through in this book with engaging stories that make his points memorable. It is impactful, concise, and easy to read; biblically-based and practical for today; challenging and relatable. This book, including discussion questions and action points, will be a blessing for teens and their parents who read it, discuss it, and apply its precepts."--Phillip M. Gerk, Pharm.D., Ph.D., Father of three teenagers. Associate Professor (VCU)
"Having worked with teenagers for several years now, I am constantly looking for biblically-sound and relevant resources. Written with the teenager in mind, Say What? is undoubtedly a resource that meets this criteria. Derek incorporates wisdom, life experience, and humor to address real topics, such as dating and family matters, that teens deal with everyday. In a culture that seeks truth in a myriad of places, Derek wisely begins and ends with scripture, acknowledging that Christ is the ultimate source of truth."--David Moore, Middle School Minister, Cool Spring Baptist Church
"I wish every teen would read this book. Derek is a student minister who very creatively speaks to kids about important issues in their life. This book is filled with fun stories, God-honoring insight, challenge and intrigue. It's a compelling read. Derek is a great writer and communicator and he "gets teens."--Jim Burns, PhD. President, HomeWord, Author of The Purity Code and Understanding Your Teen
"If I could have read this book when I was a teen, it may have spared me from years of struggles. Through Biblical truth, engaging stories, and practical advice, Derek explores five crucial topics that often go unaddressed. Derek elevates the name of Jesus and calls a generation to follow Him in practical ways."--Ben Bennett, Speaker & Author, Josh McDowell Ministry
"As a mother of two teenagers and a young adult, this book is a valuable resource. While our culture increasingly rejects the Biblical worldview, Derek writes a practical guide that compels teenagers to follow God's word. He tackles important questions regarding dating, sex, and relationships with wisdom and the counsel of scripture. It's a book every Christian parent should read with their teenager!"--Julie Klose, Blogger & Author, Giving Hope An Address: The Teen Challenge Legacy Story
"I wish this book was around when I was raising teens! But then, my son is the author so I guess he learned a few things about these sensitive topics. As both a Minister and Writer (not merely as a Father) I recommend this book. Don't know where to start addressing tough topics? Here's five talks to strengthen your family and help prepare your teens for life."--Dan Nicksich, Pastor Vanville Church of Christ
"In today's permissive culture both teens and their parents need help to hold on to their Christian values and resist the attacks of a godless culture. Derek's book provides that much needed assistance. Easy to read, engaging and on point, both parents and teens will be encouraged and emboldened to live more Christlike lives."--Bob Russell, Retired Senior Minister, Southeast Christian Church
