Grow Down: How to Build a Jesus-Centered Faith

by Ken Castor

"What do you want to be when you grow up?"  That might be one of the worst questions anyone could ever ask a teenager.  Our society pushes you to grow up, to stand on your own two feet, to chase after meaningful pursuits.  But what if there was a better way to grow, a better path to follow, a richer life to lead?  Grow Down is built around the idea that there is a better way to by rooting yourself through a life centered in Jesus.  Using Colossians 2:6-7 as a backdrop and a tree as a visual, this book envisions a generation that chooses to be un-adulterated.  That's the priority for author Ken Castor, who has worked with teenagers and young adults for more than 20 years.  Like a tree, a follower of Christ must root deeply into Jesus, find all nourishment to stand strongly through life in him, and then naturally impact others with fruit and shade, protection, and life-breathing air.  As you grow down into Jesus, you'll draw up the resources you need to stand through any pressures, and then you'll overflow with an abundance of life that this grownup world so desperately needs.

148 pages, Paperback

First published March 7, 2014

Reviews

[Alicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book, perfect as a workbook or devotional for a group, couple, family, team, or individual! Easy read and accessible for youth and/or new Christians, while also providing deep insights and opportunity for contemplation. Seasoned Christians who are willing to do as Jesus has called us and be like a child will also love the opportunity to contemplate what it means to grow in Christ. Loved It!

[Chris Theule · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ken Castor is all over it. If you work with high school kids, this is a great resource!

[Kevin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Picked this up at Half Priced Books, I think, because the author is a friend from Taylor University. I also wanted to check it out before giving it to my 12-yo daughter; more its intended audience. It was a quick and engaging read with a sense of humor and prompts to help readers think through and apply the ideas discussed. But I am an old man so the true test will be what a younger reader thinks ...

[Asia | Adventures with Asia Minor · Rating 5 out of 5]

So, this was a really good book. It's basically how to build your faith rooted in Jesus. I don't what there really is to say, all that it's good, and that I recommend it if your trying to grow your faith.