Kingdom Quest: A Strategy Guide for Teens and Their Parents/Mentors: Taking Faith and Character to the Next Level
Focus On The Family Book Series
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What’s inside...
With 25,000 copies sold of Raising Kingdom Kids, Tony Evans' latest work is a practical guide designed for teens ages 14 and older. The full-color, beautifully designed Kingdom Quest Strategy Guide equips teens to shape their future with kingdom virtues such as wisdom, integrity, faith, resiliency, purity, and service. Each chapter includes Scriptures for reflection, journaling prompts, and a quiz for accountability when used in a group setting. Dr. Evans focuses on instilling kingdom virtues in teens, with each chapter, called a 'Kingdom Key,' containing Scriptures that allow teens to question, reflect, journal, and apply truth to their lives. An added quiz with accompanying profile increases discussion and accountability when shared with a group. Kingdom Quest Strategy Guides are available for kids in three different age ranges, using custom, age-appropriate content and design to equip children and those who lead them. Teens will grow closer to the Lord, their Christian friends, and those who lead them using this powerful tool.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
14-17
Length
144 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think are the most important character traits a person can have? How are they portrayed in 'Kingdom Quest'?
In what ways do you think faith impacts how one makes decisions? Can you relate to how the characters in the book navigate their challenges?
What stood out to you the most about the dynamic between the teens and their parents/mentors in the story?
How do you feel about the strategies presented in 'Kingdom Quest' for tackling personal and interpersonal challenges?
Can you think of any situations in your own life where you could apply the lessons from 'Kingdom Quest'?
Tip: Role play these questions
After reading the book, ask your child how they would summarize the story to a friend. This opens a natural gate to deeper topics.
Share your own experiences related to the themes in the book to make the conversation more relatable and less abstract.
While discussing, remind your child that there are no right or wrong answers in such conversations. The goal is to exchange views and think critically.
Encourage your child to think about how they could use the lessons from the book in their lives, possibly suggesting role-playing scenarios to bring ideas to life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Building Personal Integrity
Explanation: Through the narrative of 'Kingdom Quest,' readers learn the significance of personal integrity, depicted as characters face moral dilemmas that test their honesty and righteousness.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by making truthful choices in their day-to-day activities, even when under pressure or when they think nobody is watching.
Example Lesson: Developing Leadership Skills
Explanation: The book highlights the journey of developing leadership through characters who take initiative and responsibility in critical situations, inspiring others.
Real-World Application: Kids can embrace leadership roles within group projects or in helping manage smaller household responsibilities, learning to guide others with respect and vision.
Example Lesson: Importance of Resilience
Explanation: Characters in 'Kingdom Quest' often encounter setbacks and challenges, emphasizing the value of perseverance and resilience to overcome obstacles.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to remain persistent in their goals, whether in academics, sports, or relationships, even when faced with difficulties.
Example Lesson: Fostering Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: As characters work together to achieve common goals, the story underscores the effectiveness of teamwork and the shared contributions of each member.
Real-World Application: Children learn to value cooperative efforts in school projects or sports teams, understanding that collective effort often leads to greater success.
Example Lesson: Empathy and Understanding Others
Explanation: Throughout the book, interactions between diverse characters offer lessons in empathy, as they learn to understand and respect different perspectives.
Real-World Application: This can help children better navigate social interactions by considering the feelings and viewpoints of their peers, fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment.