Matthew 13:44-46
The Pearl of Great Price
We usually read the hidden treasure as the Kingdom of God. But what if you were the treasure that Jesus wanted so much?
Read the reflectionA Catholic Scripture devotional for teens
You're worth it.
120 daily Scripture reflections that help teens and young adults love God with their whole heart, mind, soul and strength, and their neighbor as themselves. By youth minister Pat Rinker.
"You're not cheap. You're priceless! You are the Pearl of great price, and that's God's opinion."
Read the opening reflection
Why this book
Is reading the Bible more of a task than a pleasure?
Scripture can feel far away from what teens face every day. This devotional closes that gap, one day at a time.
Scripture that speaks to real life
Bullying, rejection, temptation, and figuring out who you are. Pat connects each Bible passage to the struggles young people actually deal with.
One step a day
Each reflection leads readers step by step to a growing awareness of God's presence and a deep, personal relationship with Him.
From someone who's been there
Pat has walked with teens and young adults in parish and diocesan ministry since 1976. His style is warm, honest, and easy to relate to.
How it works
Five simple steps in every reflection
Pat suggests a daily appointment with God: at least fifteen minutes, at the same time and in the same quiet place. Each of the 120 reflections then follows the same path.
My Life
A question that starts with your own experience.
Setting the Scene
The story behind the day's Bible passage.
Reflection
What the passage means for you, right now.
Take it to God
A short, honest prayer to carry into your day.
Journal / Activity
Write, draw, or do something to make it stick.
What's inside
Ten parts, 120 reflections
The book starts with who you are to God, works through the relationships that matter most, and ends by bringing it all back to Him.
- I15
Am I Worth It?
Your self-worth, and the foundation of your relationship with God.
- II14
Alienation from God
When we feel far from God, and how to come back.
- III25
Alienation within Family
Sibling conflict, parents, divorce, moving, and finding guidance in God's Word.
- IV14
Alienation from Friends
The walls we build between friends, and keys to true friendship.
- V9
Dating Relationships
Friendships that grow, and why love is worth waiting for.
- VI5
Fellowship in God's Family
Why the Church community matters to you and to God.
- VII7
Christian Discipleship
God's call to be His witnesses to others.
- VIII8
Counting the Cost
A realistic look at what following Christ asks of us.
- IX8
Social Issues
Loving your neighbor in the world we live in.
- X15
Getting Back to God
The key ingredients of a lasting relationship with God.
Numbers show how many reflections are in each part.
Try it free
Read three sample reflections
Luke 22:47-53
Betrayed Me With A Kiss
Have you ever been betrayed by someone who was your friend for a long time? Jesus knows exactly how that feels.
Read the reflectionRomans 8:35-39
God Will Always Be There
Do you ever worry that life might turn out stronger than your bond with God? Paul says nothing can separate you from His love.
Read the reflectionFree gifts
Two free companions to the book
For readers
Writing Journal eBook Companion
A 47-page printable PDF with a journal page for every reflection in the book. Perfect alongside the Kindle edition, or any time you want more room to write.
For youth ministry leaders
Leader Guide
A discussion guide for youth groups, classes and small groups reading the book together, with questions, journal sharing and closing prayer for each section.
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Meet the author
Pat Rinker
Pat has been in full-time lay ministry since 1976, with 16 years in parish ministry, two years teaching religion at a Catholic high school, and 18 years in full-time diocesan ministry with the Catholic Diocese of Lansing. He holds a BA from Aquinas College in Grand Rapids and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry from Regis University in Denver, and is a certified Lay Ecclesial Minister in Youth Ministry, Catechesis, and Pastoral Ministry.
- 1976in full-time lay ministry since
- 120reflections in the book
- 3kids, and grandkids too
"All that life is, is a series of relationships, in which we learn to love God and others. Everything else either contributes to that or distracts us from it."Watch: a video introduction to PatPat shares his story and why he wrote the book (YouTube)
Kind words
What youth ministry leaders are saying
"You're Worth It! feels like a loving friend that sits next to you when you pray and helps you have a deeper experience of God's Word in Scripture. It shows us that the message of the Bible is as relevant today as it was two thousand years ago."
"An excellent resource that helps young people learn how to love God with their whole heart, mind, soul, and strength… This resource is a keeper that can change the lives of young people as they discover that they are the pearl of great price in our Lord's eye."
"You're Worth It! brings young people into the very heart of their faith. Scripture can sometimes seem unapproachable to young people. In this book, Pat has not only made it approachable, he has brought the love and faithfulness God has for us and made it real and tangible and even life changing."
"Pat Rinker gets to the heart of a young person's struggles and concerns with this amazing teen devotional… I would highly recommend this book to any teen who has ever questioned, struggled or wanted to grow deeper in relationship with Christ."
"Nice work! Easy to read, easy to relate to one's life, easy to relate to scripture."
"Pat Rinker, in You're Worth It! takes the difficulty out of daily prayer. Pat provides a practical, easy to follow plan and process that addresses relevant adolescent issues, and in the end, engages teens in the Scriptures, personal reflection and prayer."
"Pat's love of Scripture and young people show clearly as he offers stories, challenges, insights and journal opportunities/questions to help (young) disciples grow in their understanding and faith in Jesus. I'd recommend this to teens who want to get a better 'grip' on Scripture and how it applies to daily living."
For parishes, schools and youth groups
Bring Pat to your group
Pat tailors every talk and retreat to your group, helping them find guidance for living the Gospel every day.
Evening presentations
A talk for teens, young adults, or adults on praying with the Scriptures. Book signing can follow.
Day retreats & training
Pat has led hundreds of day-long retreats, trainings and in-services. Multi-day programs are available too.
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From Pat's journal
Thoughts on faith and life
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- Format
- Paperback, 280 pages, 6 × 9 in., and Kindle
- Scripture
- New American Bible, revised edition
- Approval
- Printed with ecclesiastical permission, Most Rev. Earl Boyea
- ISBN
- 978-0-9854762-1-2