Worlds Apart Understanding the Mindset and Values of 18 25 Year Olds by Bomar, Chuck [Zondervan,2011]

by Chuck Bomar

Worlds Apart Understanding the Mindset and Values of 18 25 Year Olds by Bomar, Chuck. Published by Zondervan,2011, Paperback

Unknown Binding

First published August 23, 2011

Reviews

[Jesse Kane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was just as useful as the last three of Bomar's that I've read. I was a little timid starting out because his definition of adulthood seemed to be rooted in Erickson's model of identity formation. As useful as social sciences like this are, I like church ministry to be rooted in Christ- after all, what are we if we take Christ out of Christian? Bomar beat me to the punch on this one though; he creates his own identity formation process (Stages include; Substitute, Explorer, Tentmaker, and then finally the Theologian- the Theologian is someone who roots their identity in Christ). I've gotta say, I haven't read anything this practical since Youth Ministry 2.0 by Ostriker. Bomar's books are essentials for learning about College age ministry and as someone doing so I feel like I've hit a veritable jackpot of wisdom and experience. Thanks Chuck!

[Eric Fulwider · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would recommend for those looking to connect with college age people. This is a great starting point for parents, college ministers/missionaries, or lay people who are interested in connecting with younger people. The book is both deep and practical and a relatively short and easy read. It is not theological and can therefore be used by a wide array of denominations or even by people with a secular vision.

[Jacob Hudgins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bomar details all the ways and reasons we need to be patient with college age people. Helpful for learning selflessness and humility.

[Nathan Hartley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very insightful for those who are trying to understand the context of a college age person. No real solutions offered by the author and I'm sure that will frustrate many readers. However, the applications must be wrestled out by the reader so I do not fault the author. Relationships are hard and messy so of course there is no plug and play answer. The author does a great job helping de-villainizing the average college age person and builds a bridge for the reader to understand why exactly they are responding to culture, faith, and relationships so differently than those who have gone before them.

[Daryl Watts]

Moderately good book for parents of young adults. Gets a little "preachy" at times.

[Lisa Herlocker]

Not as good as I thought it might be -- too repetitive