A Jesus Kids & Families
The Gospel Story Bible
Who’s it by? Marty Machowski
What’s it about? “It’s easy to forget Jesus in the midst of busy schedules and conflicting priorities, but the truth is that he is the only one who can change the lives of parents and children. As you share these Bible stories together, you and your family will meet Jesus and learn together a new, life-changing way of recognizing him as the hero of every story. Based on the ESV Bible, this unique, illustrated Bible storybook uses 156 stories to present God’s plan of salvation in Christ from it’s opening narrative in Genesis to its finale in Revelation.”*
Where can I find it? Amazon
The Jesus Storybook Bible
Who’s it by? Sally Lloyd-Jones
What’s it about? “The Jesus Storybook Bible tells the Story beneath all the stories in the Bible. At the center of the Story is a baby, the child upon whom everything will depend. Every story whispers his name. From Noah to Moses to the great King David—every story points to him. From the Old Testament through the New Testament, as the Story unfolds, children will pick up the clues and piece together the puzzle…the Jesus Storybook Bible invites children to join in the greatest of all adventures, to discover for themselves that Jesus is at the center of God’s great story of salvation—and at the center of their Story, too.”*
Where can I find it? Amazon
The Rhyme Bible Storybook
Who’s it by? L.J. Sattgast
What’s it about? “Children love the soothing sound of rhyme! And now they can enjoy thirty-five delightful, classic Bible stories retold in lilting verse and rollicking, read-aloud rhyme in this new updated edition of The Rhyme Bible Storybook. From the story of creation, to the resurrection of Jesus, this is the perfect choice for parents who want to introduce their children to the Word of God…The Rhyme Bible Storybook is certain to become a well-worn favorite!”*
Where can I find it? Amazon
The Tiny Truths: Illustrated Bible
Who’s it by? Joanna Rivard and Tim Penner
What’s it about? “With the most beautifully diverse and whimsical illustrations, The Tiny Truths Illustrated Bible introduces children to important ideas and unique characters of the Bible, while clearly showing how everything fits together to tell one big story—the story of God’s love for his children.
The Tiny Truths Illustrated Bible helps your children discover:
Who God is—the one who made everything and everyone
Who we are—his children, whom he loves unconditionally
What we were made for—to love God and everyone else
Where can I find it? Amazon
Raising Passionate Jesus Followers
Who's it by? Phil and Diane Comer
What's it about? Raising Passionate Jesus Followers is a manual full of practical, biblically based guidelines that parents will be able to turn to again and again through each stage of their children’s development. Starting at birth, into grade school, through the daunting teenage years, to launching them into college, and finally letting go, this book contains the why’s and the how’s parents need. This book will serve as an invaluable resource for any parent whose greatest longing is to shepherd their children into a vibrant faith in God.
Where can I find it? Amazon
Spiritual Parenting
Who’s it by? Michelle Anthony
What’s it about? “It’s hard enough to train kids to behave, but good behavior isn’t what Jesus calls for in the Bible. He wants hearts and souls that are shaped in vibrant faith and love toward God and others. How can parents cultivate this in their children? In this book Dr. Michelle Anthony shares practical examples and biblical insight on the spiritual role of parenting. Spiritual Parenting introduces the simple but revolutionary concept that parents are, by the power of God’s Spirit, to obey and depend on God in order to create an environment God can use to beckon their children to Him.”*
Where can I find it? Amazon
Becoming a Spiritually Healthy Family
Who’s it by? Michelle Anthony
What’s it about? “We all want to guide our children into the abundant life that Jesus offers. But when we pursue the more and better that the world offers above our pursuit of Jesus, we fall into dangerous parenting habits. In Becoming a Spiritually Healthy Family, Michelle Anthony unpacks six common dysfunctional parenting styles that we fall into out of habit, lack of attention, or just oversight due to busyness. If you long to show your children Jesus but don’t know how to do it, you’ll find hope in this practical guide to creating a relentlessly grace-filled home that is focused on God as first in charge.”*
Where can I find it? Amazon
God’s Design for Sex (4 book series)
Who’s it by? Stan & Brenna Jones
What’s it about? “Prepare your kids now for the pressures and relationships they’ll experience as teens and adults. These award-winning illustrated books give you age-appropriate, biblically based information to help you talk openly with your children about sex and answer their questions about God’s design for families; breastfeeding; puberty; intercourse; and [other tough conversations].”*
Where can I find it? Amazon
The Meaning of Marriage
Who’s it by? Timothy Keller
What’s it about? “Modern culture would have you believe that everyone has a soul mate; that romance is the most important part of a successful marriage; that your spouse is there to help you realize your potential; that marriage does not mean forever, but merely for now; and that starting over after a divorce is the best solution to seemingly intractable marriage issues. But these modern-day assumptions are wrong. Timothy Keller, with insights from Kathy, his wife of thirty-seven years, shows marriage to be a glorious relationship that is also misunderstood and mysterious. The Meaning of Marriage offers instruction on how to have a successful marriage, and is essential reading for anyone who wants to know God and love more deeply in this life.”*
Where can I find it? Amazon