When is God present? When is God absent? In this fourth volume of Stories by Teenagers, young people write about experiences in which they recognize the presence or the absence of God in their lives . Readers will witness the receiving of gifts that are so fulfilling that the recipients can imagine only one possible source, a loving God. Readers will also witness pain and loss in which the writers can find no evidence of God's presence. In either case, the stories demonstrate how young people wrestle with questions about God's existence and are willing to grow and learn through all challenges. "He looked into my eyes, and I could see God in him. I burst into tears all over again, releasing my joy in a flood. I knew then and there that I was doing a good thing and that it was the right thing. Ryan was crying too, and we hugged each other tight. I don't know if he is the person I will spend the rest of my life with, but we will always share a close bond because of this experience. It is a bond no one can break because it is a bond with each other and with God." (Laura Kay Slavicek) Each book in the Stories by Teenagers series is a collection of over forty-five stories written by students in the United States and Canada on a topic related to their personal experiences. These stories make inspiring personal reading and serve as excellent discussion starters. They might even stimulate readers to write stories of their own. By sharing these stories, we hope that all who read them will hear more clearly what young women and men have to say about their faith experiences and will recognize God's role in the stories of their own life. Each book is illustrated with eleven original artworks by students. "He looked into my eyes, and I could see God in him. I burst into tears all over again, releasing my joy in a flood. I knew then and there that I was doing a good thing and that it was the right thing. Ryan was crying too, and we hugged each other tight. I don't know if he is the person I will spend the rest of my life with, but we will always share a close bond because of this experience. It is a bond no one can break because it is a bond with each other and with God." (Laura Kay Slavicek) Used Book in Good Condition