African-American Christian Male Series

Prime Choice #1

Torn between his desire for sex and his desire to please God, Perry Skky Jr. needs some guidance—before he lets down both himself and the Lord…

It’s Perry’s senior year—and he has every reason to feel good about himself. One of the most popular kids in his class, he’s not only the best football player in the state, he’s also acing every one of his AP classes. College recruiters are beating down his door to sign him. He even has such a good thing with his girlfriend, Tori, that he finally feels ready to take their relationship to the next level.

There’s only one problem. Tori isn’t ready. Her Christian beliefs tell her she needs to save herself. And with plenty of girls to choose from, Perry is tempted to break up with Tori and start spending time with someone who is ready for something more. The choice is his: to do what feels good—or to do right by God. 

Pressing Hard #2

Perry Skky Jr.’s about to discover that temptation can be very hard to resist…

Perry Skky Jr. has his whole life ahead of him—and so does his boy, Damarius. Which is why he can’t understand why Damarius is wasting his time with weed. But then one night Perry is tempted into having a few drinks too many—and suddenly he’s the one caught in a very compromising position. Worried about the consequences, he admits his mistake and turns his attention to the beautiful Savoy. The only problem is that there are quite a few people who’d like to keep Perry and Savoy apart—including Tori, Perry’s ex-girlfriend.

Perry thinks he can take the heat—until tragedy strikes his close-knit circle of friends. And suddenly he finds himself rethinking everything. Everything, that is, except his faith. Because when things fall apart, Perry knows the only way to come out strong is to rely on his relationship with God. But is he strong enough to do what’s right? 

Problem Solved #3

The world is about to open its arms to Perry Skky Jr. But if he isn't right with God, nothing will be right for him...

On the verge of graduation with a football scholarship in hand, Perry heads for a Christian sports camp with everything going his way. But nothing is what it seems, and this summer will open Perry's eyes to prejudice, temptation, and God's plans for his life--if he's willing to listen.

On his own for the first time at the nearly all-white Hilton Head, Perry's innocence is stripped away when he comes face-to-face with the ugliness of racism. Suddenly, everywhere he looks, he sees trouble: The police harass Perry for a crime he didn't commit. His dad is getting pressure at his dealership for speaking out against discrimination. The other players at Tech are jealous of their new teammate. Even Perry's dazzling skill on the football field is leading him away from God and down a path of temptation.

Now, Perry has a choice--he can join the haters, or he can give the glory to God, uplift others, demonstrate the way, and make what's wrong right...

Prayed Up #4

Like many teenagers, Perry Skky Jr. has made some mistakes. Good thing God is always on his side...

Now that he's taken his relationship with Savoy to the next level, Perry is having some major regrets--and all this anxiety is starting to affect his game. When he drops a pass during the season opener, the press has a field day and Perry is distraught. Quickly, things are put into perspective when, on the flight home, their plane has to make an emergency landing. Suddenly, Perry starts seeing things clearly. Admitting that he's let God and his team down, he makes a solemn vow to stay pure and give his all to the game.

Unfortunately, it might already be too late. Savoy gives him dreadfully, unexpected news--and even if it all pans out, he doesn't see how things can ever be the same between them. Perry wishes he could rely on the wisdom of his friends, but they all seem to be caught up in some kind of trouble, too.

Now he has only one choice if he wants to find peace and keep his unraveling world together: stay connected to God. Can he?

Promise Kept #5

Perry Skky Jr. is at the point in his life where he has to decide if he is truly willing to keep his word to God... Between managing his short time during the Christmas holidays, the pressure to win the college National Championship football game, and the demands of having a steady girl, Perry is feeling the burden of being torn in more directions than he can handle. And when a night out clubbing ends with his teammate, Saxon, in the hospital, the New Year is not starting off on the right track. Unfortunately, the challenges are just beginning. From a run-in with a violent gang, to Perry's beloved grandmother falling ill, to a flirtation that turns into a temptation, Perry finds himself tested like never before.

Stressed out and frustrated, Perry can't help wondering how he can put God first when so many forces seem to be working against him. Though deep down, Perry knows that his glory only lies with God on his side, he feels drawn to let his flesh lead. Can he get past his weaknesses, learn how to truly embrace God's love, and be an example that will make others want to know God...or will he screw up his life for good?

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