I reviewed the study guide, DVD and book. Although the book is great on its own I believe the study guide and DVD enhance the overall experience. The DVD has for each session 4 small videos: an intro, one or two short videos, and the closing statements. I will say that the speaker, Don Luce, is not the most dynamic speaker, in fact I thought he looked a little uncomfortable in front of the camera (However, in his defense I, too, would be uncomfortable in front of a camera opposed to a live audience). However, it is evident in his speaking where his heart is. The other clips are absolutely astounding and will stick in the participants head for a long time afterward.
The book is a battle cry for parents to claim the hearts of their children. It has certainly made me more aware of the subtle attacks of the enemy. As a youth worker in our church I found this invaluable.
The following quote from the book sums up this book: "..it is imperative that you start actively working with your children at the youngest age to
Liked all of the paets about steering your children away from the culture. I disliked all of his self-promotion and discussion of youth groups. I'm not sure how effective I think the youth group ministry is, considering most of the friends I grew up with in a youth group are no longer serving the Lord.