Editorial Reviews
Combining self-help with devotional guidance, this collection of suggested responses to dozens of problems about which many young adolescent girls are concerned is up-to-date and accessible. Ninety scenarios (called devotions) are presented with a uniform layout: a two-page narrative sketch of a girl with a specific issue, bracketed by thematic biblical quotes; a suggested prayer and a journal prompt; practical steps to take; a quote—credible but not cited—from a real girl noting how she felt about having the problem herself; and indexing terms that demonstrate how scenario and advice could be helpful for several kinds of situations, such as anger, confusion, disappointment or alcoholism, death, overloaded. Although the devotionals themselves are couched in religious terms and some have specific evangelical contexts, the list of resources appended is nonsecular—including phone numbers and websites for Al-Anon and national child-abuse, suicide, drug-abuse, and domestic-violence hotlines—and many of the proposed practical-action steps would be sound for anyone facing such issues to consider. Grades 6-9. --Francisca Goldsmith
You Don’t Have to Go It Alone
Every girl deals with hard situations at some time in her life, from stress, peer pressure, and perfectionism to divorce, bullying, and abuse. This 90-day devotional will help you find God and grace in the midst of your storms and struggles. Whether you are looking for help for yourself or for a hurting friend, this book provides wisdom from God’s Word and advice from trusted Faithgirlz! author Kristi Holl. Through activities, journal prompts, and stories from real girls like you, you’ll find comfort in God’s presence―no matter what the circumstances.
