Mark Matlock se consacre depuis deux décennies à l'engagement auprès des pasteurs de jeunes, des étudiants et des parents. Il s'adresse chaque année à des centaines de milliers d'étudiants dans le monde, traduisant les vérités bibliques en puissantes motivations au changement. Son travail vise à rendre les principes spirituels intemporels accessibles et pertinents, dans le but d'inspirer les jeunes vers une compréhension plus approfondie et une application pratique de la foi. L'approche de Matlock est conçue pour résonner auprès de la jeunesse contemporaine, en les guidant dans la découverte de leur but et de leur orientation.
Focusing on the application of wisdom in everyday relationships, this book provides case studies, personal inventories, and interactive activities rooted in the book of Proverbs. It guides students in developing wisdom to navigate friendships, dating, and conflict resolution. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of wise decision-making for teens, highlighting that effective choices require thoughtful consideration rather than a simple formula. Through engaging stories and lessons, readers will learn to enhance their interpersonal skills and decision-making abilities.
Exploring the journey of spiritual growth, this book offers biblical principles and practical advice for deepening one's relationship with Christ. It encourages readers to reflect on the essence of being godly, regardless of their future career paths, and emphasizes that wisdom is essential for sustaining and enhancing faith. The content challenges individuals to think critically about their spiritual lives and provides tools for personal development in their walk with God.
Offering practical advice, the book provides parents with concise sections addressing various pressing topics in parenting. Each segment includes wise counsel and quick tips infused with a Christian perspective, helping parents navigate a wide range of concerns effectively.
Mark Matlock, a culture expert and experienced youth pastor, offers guidance for parents seeking to actively engage in their children's faith journey. Instead of focusing solely on raising "good Christians," he provides tools for parents to embody their faith, allowing children to witness and experience authentic Christian living. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of faith as children learn through real-life examples alongside their parents.
Money. Fame. Relationships. Knowledge. Having all these things—or even one—would make you happy, right? Well, maybe for a second. At least that’s what King Solomon learned—and he tried all those things on a HUGE scale and still wasn’t content. In fact, chasing those ideas and getting what he wanted actually made him more depressed. So what are we supposed to do if the wisest man in history couldn’t make those things work? Thankfully, Solomon left us a whole book of his trials and errors. Maybe you’ve looked at other people’s lives and thought, “If only I had that, my life would be perfect.” The problem is, those same people are asking the same question when they come across someone else. Even the wisest man in the world, Solomon, struggled with it. In Living a Life that Matters, author and “wisdom expert” Mark Matlock unpacks Solomon’s big “If only” questions on happiness in the book of Ecclesiastes to connect his timeless questions to yours, and explores what really makes a perfect life. Living a Life That Matters lets you gaze over Solomon’s shoulder as he indulges every pleasure, exercises every power, and emerges with a radical conclusion about how to live. You’ll also find ways that his search for meaning connects with yours today and how your story can connect with your friends’ as they seek meaning in the world. Living a Life that
Focusing on the dynamics of parent-child relationships, this book offers insights to enhance understanding and communication. By exploring both perspectives, it provides practical wisdom for navigating interactions with parents. Readers can expect to gain a fresh viewpoint on their relationships, empowering them to foster stronger connections and improve their overall familial bonds.
Focusing on the intersection of creativity and faith, this book guides readers in making wise entertainment choices. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the motivations behind our media consumption and explores how creativity fits into God's design. By examining the relationship between Christianity and media, readers will develop a discerning worldview that aids in selecting content that nourishes the heart and soul. Ultimately, it encourages a thoughtful approach to music, movies, and television, fostering deeper insight into personal preferences and values.
Live your faith―no matter what”What plans do you have for the next week? Next month? Ten years from now? Trash ’em. Following Jesus means letting Him rewrite your whole agenda for your life. ”I want to be your hands / I want to be your feet / I’ll go where you send me / I’ll go where you send me”―just catchy lyrics or a mission statement? Accept the challenge to . . . go to the hard places, the poor places, the dangerous places; serve the broken-hearted, the closed-minded, the down-and-out; do what you where you are, when you’re there. Get bruised, get used, get dirty. Be like Jesus.
Focusing on the mission to embody Christ's teachings in everyday life, this 6-week Bible Leader's Guide engages students through inspiring stories of biblical and contemporary adolescents who have made impactful contributions to the world. It encourages participants to take action now, highlighting their potential to live out their faith meaningfully. The guide is designed to facilitate deep discussions and reflections on living a life of purpose and service to God.
