By Sonja Baumeister. Twenty-eight new devotions for teens on topics of concern to today's youth. Each "journal entry" is written from a teen's perspective and opens the door for further reflection and discussion, either individually or in a group. Topics include abortion, AIDS, cheating, divorce, gangs, God's will for my life, personal responsibility, pregnancy, self-image, sexuality, spiritual gifts, step-families, war, and witnessing. Journal Gems makes a great gift for confirmands. It also provides a devotional resource on topics for youth workers.