Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung Knihy

The book explores the connections between celebrity culture and everyday life, highlighting how public figures like Julia Roberts and Lady Gaga resonate with fans and the average person. It delves into themes of admiration, identity, and the shared experiences of celebration and worship, drawing parallels between glamorous events and ordinary moments. Through this lens, it invites readers to reflect on their own lives and the societal influences that shape their perceptions of fame and community.

A new look at ancient and enduring Christian moral wisdom on the Seven Deadly Sins, their meaning for today, and possible remedies.

Sloth. Avarice. Vainglory. What do they mean, and what do these archaic words have to do with today's teens and young adults? This nine-session study of the "seven deadly sins" uses a classic motif of Christian discipleship to help us think deeply about our spiritual life in today's world. The Seven Deadly Sins engages students in a process of spiritual formation, helping them to diagnose the sin in their life and develop new habits of thought and feeling. Designed for older high school students or young adults, The Seven Deadly Sins also makes a great study for adult small groups and retreats.

Sloth. Avarice. Vainglory. What do they mean, and what do these archaic words have to do with today's teens and young adults? This nine-session study of the "seven deadly sins" uses a classic motif of Christian discipleship to help us think deeply about our spiritual life in today's world. The Seven Deadly Sins engages students in a process of spiritual formation, helping them to diagnose the sin in their life and develop new habits of thought and feeling. Designed for older high school students or young adults, The Seven Deadly Sins also makes a great study for adult small groups and retreats.