What We Believe: Getting to Know Ellen White for Teens

Excellent book. It's great for kids too.

If you have yet to discover Seth Pierce, I highly recommend his work. Where the topics of theology sometimes stand like daunting, mighty, medieval fortresses, barred with unapproachable, confusing, and polarizing terminology, Seth will meet you at the drawbridge, extend a hand, and invite you in by the fireside for story time… Pierce style (that is simultaneously both thoughtful and playful.)What We Believe: Getting to know Ellen White for teens doesn’t disappoint; an enjoyable read and comprehensive overview of Ellen White, a founding voice of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. If you’ve ever wanted to delve into a deeper understanding of Adventist history, and get to know Ellen White? This book is an ideal place to begin. While the book is directed for teens, it could just as easily be called for everyman. It’s fun and approachable, but easily enjoyable for all ages.I particularly enjoyed the way he fleshed out her childhood as well as discussions regarding how she survived spiritual disappointment in her life. As with many historical figures, Ellen White frequently suffers from a two-dimensional representation. In Getting to know Ellen White we are able to meet a very real woman, someone we can relate to, and someone we can believe would relate to us. Seth doesn’t shy away from controversial topics, including those we like to avoid in church. Additionally, for anyone finding their appetite whet, yet not satisfied, the book provides many useful notes and references to guide further studies.This book is highly recommended for those interested in Seventh-day Adventism and Ellen White’s life, as well as making an excellent addition to the Adventist library.

I'm not a big reader, but I really enjoyed the writing style of this book! As a former youth leader of many years, I found that along with straight forward honesty, humor is a powerful bonding tool to relate to youth. Seth nailed it! Having not grown up in the church, I had not known much about Ellen White. This book did a fantastic job of connecting me to her on a personal, human level. I think it would be good for our youth to give it a read so they too can get to know Ellen - the person. The author does a great job of dispelling some of the negative stereotypes about Ellen.Can't wait to start the two others I have- Revelation, and Daniel.