Short description
Written when they were 18 years old, Do Hard Things is the Harris twins' revolutionary message in its purest and most compelling form, giving an tangible glimpse into what is possible for teens who actively resist cultural lies that limit their potential.
Long description
The next generation stands on the brink of a rebelution With over 10 million hits to their website TheRebelution.com, Alex and Brett Harris are leading the charge in a growing movement of Christian young people who are rebelling against the low expectations of their culture by choosing to do hard things for the glory of God. Written when they were 18 years old, Do Hard Things is the Harris twins' revolutionary message in its purest and most compelling form, giving readers a tangible glimpse of what is possible for teens who actively resist cultural lies that limit their potential. Combating the idea of adolescence as a vacation from responsibility, the authors weave together biblical insights, history, and modern examples to redefine the teen years as the launching pad of life and map a clear trajectory for long-term fulfillment and eternal impact. Written by teens for teens, Do Hard Things is packed with humorous personal anecdotes, practical examples, and stories of real-life rebelutionaries in action. This rallying cry from the heart of revolution already in progress challenges the next generation to lay claim to a brighter future, starting today. JOIN THE REBELUTION -- DO HARD THINGS Do Hard Things Story Submission guidelines Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. 1 Timothy 4: 12 We know there are plenty of teens exceeding expectations set for them by our culture, and embracing challenges for the glory of God despite their youth. Whether it's initiating community outreach programs, researching cures for cancer, or combating injustices, we want to hearabout it. Share a Do Hard Things story with us. It can be about yourself, your youth group, or an individual within your community. Three entries will be chosen at random to receive copies of Do Hard Things, by Alex and Brett Harris for a youth group (maximum number in a set not to exceed 30 copies). Stories must be no longer than 200 words (about one typed, double-spaced pages). Stories must be typed; no handwritten submissions. Stories must be original works not previously published. Email stories to Giveaway@waterbrookpress.com with Do Hard Things in the subject line. Or mail entries to WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group, 12265 Oracle Blvd., Suite 200, Colorado Springs, CO 80921. ATTN: Do Hard Things Entries must include name, age, address, email address, and phone number. Entries are due by 5 p.m. March 1, 2008. Manuscripts become property of WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group and will not be returned. One entry per person or youth group. Entry automatically grants permission for publication posting. Judges' decision is final.
Review
Praise for Do Hard Things
Do Hard Things is an extraordinary book. In fact, I believe it will prove to be one of the most life-changing, family-changing, church-changing, and culture-changing books of this generation. I'd love for every teenager to read this book, but I'm just as eager for every parent, church leader, and educator to read it.
- Randy Alcorn, best-selling author of Heaven and The Treasure Principle
This book is one I would recommend to any of my friends, teen or not. If it doesn't help you, you are lying.
- Carter B., age 14, North Carolina
Do Hard Things is so important. It is challenging teenagers to rebel against the low expectations placed on them. And the voices that are asking teens to rise to meet this challenge are voices from their own generation. That thrills me.
- Chuck Colson, best-selling author of How Now Shall We Live?
I love the way it is written. It is crystal clear, to the point, interesting, funny, challenging, encouraging, and an easy read.
- Lisa R., age 15, Australia
Adult expectations for youth are too low. And these twins are out to raise them. Don't adapt to the low cultural expectations for youth. Set high ones. Youth can become examples for adults. Think that way. Dream that way. Or as the Harris brothers would say, 'Rebel against low expectations.'
- John Piper, best-selling author of Don't Waste Your Life
The message of Do Hard Things is going to awaken the dreams and passions of thousands of young people all over the world. How do I know this? This radical, yet relatively simple idea, has changed my life.
- Erika H., age 18, Michigan
In a culture where lazinessand ease is often the order of the day for teenagers, Do Hard Things presents a radical and provocative alternative. I heartily recommend this book.
- R. Albert Mohler, Jr., president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
This book has totally changed the way I think. I recommend it to any and every teen who has a desire to turn their life around and make a difference.
- Ashley W., age 13, Georgia
Alex and Brett capture the passion and potential of our generation perfectly in this book. In Do Hard Things they encourage us to go above and beyond the status quo in everything from schoolwork to serving the poor. This is a truly unique and sorely needed book.
- Zach Hunter, author of Be the Change and Generation Change
This book is amazing. It changes your whole way of thinking. I believe that every single teen needs to buy a copy of this book. Thanks, Alex and Brett for challenging us!
- Stacie L., age 15, Kentucky
This is an important book. And not just for those wanting to launch successfully into adulthood, but also for discontent twenty- and thirty-somethings who long to be catapulted into significance.
- Ted Slater, editor of Boundless, Focus on the Family
I'm not exactly a teenager anymore. But as I was reading I began to see how this can apply to anyone. It's never too late to start. I absolutely cannot wait to suggest this book to the 'kidults' in my life.
- Matt R., age 26, Georgia
Alex and Brett are the real deal and Do Hard Things is a real wake up call, not just for young people, but for all God's people. I can't recommend it highly enough.
- Shannon Ethridge, best-selling author of the Every Woman'sBattle series
This book is a wake up call to a generation that is down in the dumps. It's like a coach screaming from the sidelines, 'You can do it!!!'. I'd recommend it to anyone, young or old.
- Douglas A., age 17, England
Do Hard Things is the textbook for anyone who works with teens; it's a philosophical and foundational must-read.
- Timothy Eldred, executive director of Christian Endeavor International