Theology for Families
“Everyone’s a theologian”, R. C. Sproul has been famously quoted as saying, and there’s no denying the truth of this. It is merely to say that all of us have a set of beliefs about God and ourselves, about life and death, eternity, right and wrong, and a host of other points. Yet, when it comes to the study of theology, the very idea is a major turn-off to many, as it brings to mind little more than headaches over tedious points, and often without much relevance to their daily lives. Granted, many theological books can be weighty, and sometimes overwhelming to the average reader. This section is our collection of carefully chosen books on theology that we find to be accessible to most readers and even suitable to read aloud with a family.
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Bible Doctrine for Older Children, Second Edition (James W. Beeke)
$27.50James Beeke explains the Christian faith to children aged eleven years and older using over 150 stories and illustrations explaining all the major Christian doctrines in twenty teaching units. The lessons lead children not only to know about the faith but also instruct them on how to live the faith.
The series also includes Bible Doctrine for Younger Children for those aged nine years and older and Bible Doctrine for Teens and Young Adults for those aged thirteen years and older.
The entire series uses a clear, precise, and easy-to-read style that can be used fruitfully for homeschool, church, or family settings.
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God Is: Holy (Jessica Scott)
$7.99Written in charming rhyming cadence, God is: Holy will teach what it means that God is holy, why we fall short of His glory, and how He has always had a plan to save His people from their sin.
Included is an in-depth look at the theological summary of the holiness of God, definitions, and questions written by Joel R. Beeke and Paul Smalley for parents and teachers to go over with their children and students.
Though meant for the young, the simple but vivid illustrations and precise biblical message make this book a beautiful resource for people of all ages who desire to draw closer to the truth about who God is and the power of the gospel of Christ.
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Honest Prayers for Mama Bears (Hillary Morgan Ferrer with Julie Loos)
$14.39Lay your burdens at your heavenly Father’s feet using Scripture’s words of praise, conviction, repentance, and protection. Gathered from mamas just like you, these prayers will encourage you to become more vulnerable and intentional in presenting heartfelt needs for your children, community, and yourself. From Ferrer and Loos, part of the best-selling team behind Mama Bear Apologetics.
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Making Him Known Collection, 9 vol set (Sally Michael, Jill Nelson)
$132.95The Making HIM Known Collection is a discounted bundle of these 9 biblically-solid, engaging, easy-to-use devotional resources.
- God’s Names
- God’s Attributes
- God’s Promise
- God’s Providence
- God’s Battle
- God’s Gospel
- God’s Design
- God’s Wisdom
- God’s Word
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Teología de la Familia (Jeff Pollard, Scott Brown)
$17.95Este libro presenta una perspectiva de la familia ampliamente olvidada por la iglesia moderna. Hay cincuenta y seis autores presentados en este volumen; autores tales como: John Bunyan, Jonathan Edwards, John Gill, William Gouge, Matthew Henry, Martin Luther, A.W. Rosa, J. C. Ryle, R. C. Sproul, Charles Spurgeon y Thomas Watson. Cada uno de ellos da poderosos testimonios de que la iglesia del siglo veintiuno necesita que se le recuerde lo que solía creer acerca de la vida familiar. Estos autores aportan una medida de la corrección y el bálsamo necesarios para sanar nuestra amnesia y devolvernos al orden bíblico.
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The Gospel Made Clear to Children (Study Guide) (Jennifer Adams)
$7.95This study guide is a companion to The Gospel Made Clear to Children.
(Purchase one for each child.)
The Gospel Made Clear to Children Study Guide is to be used alongside The Gospel Made Clear to Children book. This companion guide takes a deeper look into the Scripture verses mentioned in the book. The study questions promote reflection and application, moving truth from the head to the heart. The goal is to help children be not only hearers of the Word but also doers. Each section ends with a brief prayer, encouraging children to ask the Lord for grace and help.
The study guide is written for parents to work through with younger children and for older children to work through independently. It is printed separately from the book, allowing multiple students from the same family to write in their own copy at a fraction of the price. This lets each student record his or her own observations. Plus, if a parent or student wants to work through the book more than once, they only need to purchase another study guide. The study guide, along with The Gospel Made Clear to Children book, is the perfect resource for family discipleship, Sunday School curriculum, or homeschool co-op class.
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The Illustrated Westminster Shorter Catechism in Modern English (Paul Cox)
$19.99Through winsome, colorful illustrations, Paul Cox presents the classic Westminster Shorter Catechism in a way that will engage your children in their learning and even memorizing essential Christian doctrines! The proof texts provided throughout can be used to invite your kids into further discussion about these vital truths. But there’s even more to this book! This modern-English edition also includes the Ten Commandments, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Apostles’ Creed as additional resources to help you to train your children in knowing and understanding God’s Word and the convictions of his church.
View a sample.
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Family Worship Bible Commentary in 3 volumes
$89.00Walking Through the Scriptures with our Forefathers
Comment on Every Chapter of Scripture for Family Worship
Whether you are a father who wishes to read these devotions aloud to his family, or simply to read them ahead of time and glean the main teaching points from them; this work will provide you with a treasure trove of devotional thoughts and comments for your family worship time. Any family would do well to read through the Bible with these godly men by their side, guiding them along as they walk “through the Scriptures with our forefathers.”
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Teach Them to Work (Mary Beeke)
$14.50“Mary Beeke has written a remarkable book on the privilege and art of raising children. It is theological, practical, insightful, helpful, and a delight to read. As I turned the pages, I felt as though I was reading from a Reformed or Puritan classic on the family that had been re-crafted by the pen of a contemporary writer and made accessible to all.
I recommend this work without reservation not only to parents but also to their children. This is a wonderful gift to the family and the church! May it be read far and wide.”
— Paul Washer, director, HeartCry Missionary Society
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Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality (Hillary Morgan Ferrer)
$13.75Starting at a young age, kids are being fed damaging misinformation about sexuality, gender identity, and human biology. As a parent, it’s up to you to equip your children to think soundly and understand God’s truth about these vital concepts. Don’t let the candy-coated lies that saturate today’s world infect them!
Confidently raise your children to see sexuality and gender identity through a biblical lens! The Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality helps parents understand how God’s design reveals his nature, identify the truth and lies in today’s world, and teach kids to be compassionate toward those with different beliefs—without compromising their own values.
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Bible Doctrine for Younger Children, 2nd Edition (hardcover)
$35.00Using over 150 stories and illustrations, James Beeke teaches children, aged 9 years and up, how to live out the Christian faith. Suitable for homeschool, church, or family use.
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The Illustrated Westminster Shorter Catechism
$17.50For almost 400 years families have been using The Westminster Shorter Catechism as a guide to understanding the basics of the Christian faith. This new, illustrated edition breathes fresh life into these timeless questions and answers, helping a new generation to learn the primary truths drawn from the Bible and laid out by our fathers in the faith. Ira Minof’s striking images will help families engage with and meditate on the meaning of each entry. A valuable addition to any family’s library.
Also includes a short glossary of practices and concepts used, and an index of Scripture proofs.
The entries are separated into sections for ease of reference. Scroll down below to see the full Contents.
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The Heart of Anger: Practical Help for the Prevention and Cure of Anger in Children (Lou Priolo)
$13.75Anger! Is it ever a problem in your home? Do your children ever speak to you in angry, disrespectful tones? Or do they fight between themselves? Have you ever lost your patience when dealing with an infuriating situation? If you honestly answered “yes” to any of those questions, you could use this book. Of course Christian families experience episodes of frustration and anger. Here’s a book that goes beyond the external manifestations of anger and deals with the internal source: the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
“I know of no other book that addresses this problem with such practical and applicable Biblical wisdom.” — John MacArthur, Jr.
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Don’t Make Me Count to Three! A Mom’s Look at Heart-Oriented Discipline (Ginger Hubbard)
$11.50Do you find yourself threatening, repeating instructions endlessly, or raising your voice to get your children to obey? Are you discouraged because it seems you just can’t reach the heart of your child? Through personal experience and the practical application of Scripture, Ginger Hubbard encourages and equips moms to reach past the outward behavior of their children and dive deeply into the issues of the heart.
Ginger’s candid approach will help moms move beyond the frustrations of not knowing how to handle issues of disobedience and into a confident, well-balanced approach to raising your children.
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The Ology: Ancient Truths, Ever New (Marty Machowski)
$24.99“A wonderful new book that will equip parents and help children immerse themselves in the Christian worldview.” — Albert Mohler, President, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, KY
A Page-Turning Storybook of Theology for Kids
In the cellar of the old stone cathedral, Carla and Timothy uncover a life-changing treasure, a carefully wrapped ancient book known as The Ology. What adults might describe as a beautifully illustrated storybook of systematic theology, the kids discover to be a story of adventure, mystery, and wonder that leads them to the truth about God, themselves, and the world around them.
Truth is for kids, not just for adults! So The Ology gives kids of all ages a beginner’s theology book to help them understand who God is and how we, as his children, relate to him. Arranged within a traditional systematic theological framework, each truth in The Ology is also connected to the larger redemptive story of Scripture. The doctrine of God, for example, is presented in the larger framework of creation, where the attributes of God are on display and easier to understand. Designed for six-year-olds through preteens, this flexible resource includes built-in adaptations for use with younger or older children, so that entire families can enjoy it together.
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Just Do Something: A Liberating Approach to Finding God’s Will (Kevin DeYoung)
$9.75Settle down – make a choice – and do the hard work of seeing that choice through. This is Kevin DeYoung’s counsel for Christians – for so often, he writes, God’s people tinker around with churches, jobs, relationships, worrying that they haven’t yet found God’s “perfect will” for their lives. Or, even worse, they get paralyzed and do nothing, stuck in a frustrated state of indecision, while they wait, wait, wait…for some sort of sign of clear, unmistakable direction.
Is this the way we’re meant to find the will of God for our lives? God doesn’t need to tell us what to do at each fork in the road. He’s already revealed so much about His plan for our lives: we’re to love Him with our whole heart, to obey His Word, and after that, to do what we like. There’s no need for hocus-pocus, no need to remain “directionally challenged” – no reason to wait for dreams, visions, fleeces, impressions, open doors, random Bible verses, casting lots, liver shivers or writing in the skies: just do something obedient to God’s Word and seek His blessing on it.
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Building a Godly Home, Vol 2: A Holy Vision for a Happy Marriage (William Gouge)
$13.00For years, William Gouge’s Domestical Duties has stood as the foremost Puritan treatment of Christian family life. Yet due to its size and antiquated expression, it has become almost unknown among current generations of believers. To help revive the usefulness of this classic book, Scott Brown and Joel R. Beeke have divided Gouge’s work into three manageable volumes, updated the language to modern standards, and have given them the title Building a Godly Home.
In this second volume, A Holy Vision for a Happy Marriage, we find detailed counsel about the most important relationship in the family—husband and wife. Gouge carefully addresses what a fit marriage is and the proper way to enter into one. He then discusses the mutual duties married couples share in order for marriage to survive and thrive, as well as the duties specific to men and women respectively.
Not only does he give detailed treatment of how these responsibilities are best expressed and too often hindered, but he also provides ample biblical motivation to set us on the right course. Christian husbands and wives will find much encouragement in this book.
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Help Your Kids Learn & Love the Bible (Danika Cooley)
$14.75Does teaching your children the Bible feel like a Herculean task? It isn’t! Cooley gives you the tips, tools, and techniques needed to lead youngsters through the sacred text with confidence—and even make it fun. Start with her crash course on what Scripture is about; then create a plan to introduce your kids to God’s Word.
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Sword Bible Memory Cards: New Testament (Printable CD cards)
$18.99Memorizing Scripture is one of the best ways to pass on the gospel to children, but you need a plan! The Sword Bible Memory Cards allows churches and families to work together to make sure children know key Bible passages.
There are 18 printable Bible passages (ESV or NIV) from the New Testament, divided into sections for memorization for preschool, lower elementary, and upper elementary children.
$24.99
