A Teen Devotional for Understanding the Old TestamentWould you like to have a better grasp on the Bible but don’t know where to start? Reading through the Bible can be intimidating. For this reason, many people never experience the life-changing power of the only Book that is alive!
Anchored will help you find stability in life’s storms by teaching you to turn to God’s Word for strength, comfort, and direction. Each daily reading unpacks a key story from the Old Testament and helps you understand how it applies to the challenges you face right now—from questions about identity and sexuality to struggles with anxiety and purpose.
Through honest reflections, practical insights, and relatable stories, this Bible study devotional helps you see that the Bible isn’t outdated. It is alive, powerful, and deeply personal. You’ll learn to read it with confidence and apply it with courage.
What’s Inside This Devotional for Understand the Bible and Grow in FaithEach Old Testament book is represented within this devotional. At the end of this book, you will have a deeper understanding of the history of ancient Israel, the prophets, the character of God, and the way Jesus is woven into all of Scripture, not just the New Testament. You’ll also learn how to apply the truths found in God’s Word to your everyday struggles.
Each devotion begins with a Focus Verse from the Bible. After the Focus Verse, you’ll find a few paragraphs to help you understand the verse and apply it to your life. At the conclusion of each devotion, you’ll find a section called Talk to God. This section includes questions to help you prayerfully reflect on your daily life.
This devotional doesn’t shy away from the tough issues you are facing. You’ll read about sexual integrity, drugs, alcohol, anxiety, depression, pornography, self-injury, and the difficult issues teens deal with. We will also explore topics such as preparing for college, dating, and career choices.
Who Is This Teen Devotional forThis is a devotional for all teens, guys and girls, who want to understand the Bible and who want to learn how to encounter the Living God through his Word. It’s for every teen how has ever wondered how Scripture applies to the struggles of everyday life. You will learn to turn to the Bible for guidance in tough times, hope in discouraging times, and peace in painful times.
The Bible is God’s primary tool for renewing our minds. Sadly, biblical illiteracy is at a higher rate than ever. We are turning to empty sources for wisdom and truth. Learn to turn to the Truth that will transform you from the inside out—anchoring your heart, renewing your mind, and guiding you toward the life God created you to live.
How do you get a teen to understand the relevance of the Old Testament in their lives? You give them this book by Stacey Pardoe, who writes with understanding and compassion. She gently shares truths from her teen years, as well as stories of being a mom of a teen and a track coach to teens. Her personal stories show how she understands what they are facing, and how God can help them in their struggles. Stacey does not shy away from hard topics but speaks of them with grace. Though this book is meant for teens, it ministered to me as well.