Common Rule Youth Edition : Growing Your Faith in a Distracted World

2026 Children's Book Council Teacher Favorites Award Winner

2026 Children's Book Council Teen Favorites Award Winner (9-12th Grade)

2025 Moonbeam Children's Book Award Silver Medal

In a world buzzing with screens and endless notifications, youth are navigating more noise than ever. The Common Rule Youth Edition provides clarity and purpose, tailored specifically for teens and tweens (grades 6-12). Adapted from Justin Whitmel Earley's bestselling book, The Common Rule Youth Edition empowers youth to break free from the stress and anxiety that modern life can impose.

The Common Rule Youth Edition equips young people with the tools to help them find peace and fulfillment through simple, intentional habits designed to foster freedom and rest. Earley draws on his own experiences to illustrate how small actions can lead to significant transformation.

• Prayers: Initiate a practice of humility and gratitude by setting aside time for intentional prayer each day.
• Daily Scripture Reading: Cultivate a habit of reading and reflecting on scriptures to nourish your spiritual journey.
• Digital Detoxes: Schedule regular breaks from screens and social media to encourage mindfulness and presence in real-world interactions.
• Weekly Community Time: Prioritize spending quality time with family or friends to build strong, supportive relationships.
• Sabbath Rest: Dedicate one day a week to rest and rejuvenation, free from work and electronic distractions.
• Physical Activity: Run, walk, or play at least four hours each week to experience a healthier body and a healthier mind.
• Shared Meals: Engage in communal meals that emphasize connection and conversation, strengthening bonds over food.

With expanded content and study guide questions, this book sparks individual reflection and group discussions, making it perfect for personal growth or community learning. The Common Rule Youth Edition offers a roadmap to a balanced and meaningful life. Get a copy for the youth in your life today!

Justin Whitmel Earley is the creator of The Common Rule, a program of habits designed to form us in the love of God and neighbor. He is also a mergers and acquisitions lawyer in Richmond, Virginia. Justin and his wife, Lauren, have four sons.