{"product_id":"letters-to-a-student-encouraging-words-from-a-christian-mentor-9781857928662","title":"Letters to a Student: Encouraging Words from a","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e Life on campuses or the 21st Century can be a very challenging experience for the young Christian. Amongst competing belief systems it can seem the only one absent is orthodox, evangelical Christianity Then there are the practical concerns and temptations...for the parent and student alike it is a daunting prospect.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eLetters to a student, by Dr Donald Drew is a series of letters from an old friend to a student giving advice on all sorts of issues, which a student may encounter in their years at college - Freshers Week, Christian Unions, evangelism, doubt, temptation, guidance, marriage, singleness, mountaineering, literature, music, exams, consumerism, and graduating. The tone is similar to Letters to Malcolm, by C.S. Lewis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e... the intellectual and emotional effort that Drew puts into his letters is impressive and bears witness to his gift of speaking God's word into younger lives. \u003c\/p\u003e -- The Reformed Theological Review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e‘The intellectual and emotional effort that Drew puts into his letters is impressive and bears witness to his gift of speaking God's word into younger lives. An encouragement to consider the place of godly mentoring in the Christian community, especially for young people, those whose own heart is uncertain,but his brother's is sure.'\u003c\/p\u003e -- Naomi Richardson ‘The Reformed Theological Review 63:2 (August 2004)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn inexhaustible supply of sound common sense based on a lifetime's experience of thoughtful consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Sir John Stevens\t(Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis challenge to a young person is simple and profound: decisions make a difference.\u003c\/p\u003e -- J. Douglas Holladay, Washington, D.C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eI had his wisdom as my mentor when I was a schoolboy... cuts straight to the core of so many key spiritual issues, yet it does so in a delightfully sympathetic way.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Lieutenant General F R Dannatt \u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt was really helpful... three years of a student's experience with all its issues, thoughts and problems.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Katherine Cooper, Student\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e... the letters overflow with warmth and love- challenging and inspirational. \u003c\/p\u003e -- Evangelicals Now\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt really does read easily and enjoyably.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Nick Houston, Student\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAims for Christian integrity without ever being simplistic or legalistic. ... radiates an atmosphere of cultured humanity, kindness, hope and respect - which is just what is needed today.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Ranald Macaulay, Cambridge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot a trace of paternalism, just a warm, humorous style spiced with wisdom and affection...  irresistible reading.' \u003c\/p\u003e -- John B. Taylor\t(Bishop, Cambridge)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e'An affectionate uncle and peer at the same time Dr Drew shows how he rests in God and encourages readers to do the same. Very readable!'\u003c\/p\u003e -- Dr Art Lindsley, Senior Fellow C.S. Lewis Institute\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eClear, warm advice on standing firm...each short letter is punchy, well informed and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e -- Marcus Honeysett\t(Director of Living Leadership and author, Kent, England)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe letters ‘ are very well written and he very appropriately uses references to his own experiences, to literary sources and to the natural world. He also has a good sense of humour. This book would make a very suitable gift for a young Christian just starting at university, or already in the midst of a university course.'\u003c\/p\u003e -- Phemie Cromie ‘The Covenanter Witness’ (October 2003)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e'They come with the wisdom, care, and encouragement we need to follow Christ in this crazy old world.\"'\u003c\/p\u003e -- Os Guinness\t(Author and Conference Speaker)","brand":"Christian Focus Publications Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51456202178903,"sku":"9781857928662","price":12.02,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781857928662.jpg?v=1755034208","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/letters-to-a-student-encouraging-words-from-a-christian-mentor-9781857928662","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}