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Don't Buy the Lie: Discerning Truth in a World of Deception

Mark Matlock

Finalist:Gold Medallion Book Awards -Youth (2005)

Can psychics really see our futures? Do angels really float among us on earth? What about demons? And could the supernatural things that happen on TV and in the movies really occur? Using Barna research and biblical truths, Mark Matlock separates the truths from the lies we are told and helps teens like you avoid the traps that can lead to deception.

We all know demogorgons aren't real, and that evil dolls can't come to life ... but are there elements of the paranormal that are really around us on earth? And if so, what does that mean? In Don't Buy the Lie, Mark Matlock uses the knowledge he's gained in his role as a special project analyst and presenter for the Barna Group to present clear principles and intriguing examples that show you how to respond to the supernatural with wisdom, and without being duped. He identifies "thinking traps" that lead to deception, such as letting your emotions take over and convincing yourself something could be real until it seemingly is. And with clarity, he provides biblical answers to frequently asked questions about such things as miracles, angels, demons, and psychic abilities.

Don't Buy the Lie:

  • looks at both the spiritual and "secular" sides of the supernatural to show what is real and what is false
  • helps develop discernment when it comes to things you might encounter
  • compares the supernatural claims in our world today with what was happening in the early church to present a biblical perspective
  • contains real research and feedback from teens on each topic

Book Details

  • Publisher: Zonderkidz
  • Publish Date: Sep 12nd, 2004
  • Pages: 176
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.18in - 5.38in - 0.46in - 0.41lb
  • EAN: 9780310258148
  • Recommended age: 13-16
  • Categories: Religion - Biblical Stories & StudiesReligious - Christian - Devotional & PrayerReligious - Christian - Inspirational

About the Author

Matlock, Mark: -

Mark Matlock has been working with youth pastors, students, and parents for more than two decades. He's the Executive director of Youth Specialties and founder of WisdomWorks Ministries and PlanetWisdom. He's the author of several books including The Wisdom On series, Living a Life That Matters, Don't Buy the Lie, and Raising Wise Children. Mark lives in Texas with his wife, Jade, and their two teenage children.

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