Let's be honest, parenting is difficult. Christian parents have an incredible responsibility to raise their children under the regular teaching of the Scripture. (Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 6:4, Titus 2:7) This occurs every week at Redeeming Grace Fellowship, but it must also be done consistantly at home by Christian parents. Reliable Christian resources casn be helpful in guiding parents as they seek to lead their children. Below are many excellent resources that can assist parents in their efforts to lovingly point their children to Jesus.
CHILDREN’S BIBLES AND BIBLE STORYBOOKS
- ESV Children’s Bible, English Standard Version, (Crossway, 2005).
- ESV Illustrated Family Bible, English Standard Version, (Crossway, 2008).
- The Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd Jones, (Zondervan, 2007).
- The Gospel Story Bible by Marty Machowski, (New Growth Press, 2011).
- The Big Picture Story Bible by David Helm, (Crossway, 2010).
BASICS OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH
- Learn About God… Board books by Carine MacKenzie. Toddlers
- Our Home Is Like a Little Church by Lindsay Blair and Bobby Gilles. Ages 2-6
- Sammy and His Shepherd: Seeing Jesus in Psalm 23 by Susan Hunt. Ages 2-6
- The Big Book of Questions and Answers about Jesus by Sinclair B. Ferguson. Ages 5-7
- Big Truths for Young Hearts: Teaching and Learning the Greatness of God by Bruce Ware. Ages 6-12
PARENTING
- Give Them Grace: Dazzling Your Kids with the Love of Jesus by Elyse Fitzpatrick and Jessica Thompson, (Crossway, 2011).
- Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp (Shepherd Press, 1995).
- Instructing a Child’s Heart by Tedd and Margy Tripp (Shepherd Press, 2008).
- Everyday Talk: Talking Freely and Naturally about God with Your Children by John A. Younts, (Shepherd Press, 2005).
- Gospel-Centered Family: Becoming the Parents God Wants You to Be by Tim Chester, (Good Book Company, 2009).
FAMILY WORSHIP
- 11 Reasons to Worship God With Your Family ARTICLE by Jason Helopoulos
- The What When and How of Family Worship ARTICLE by Jason Helopoulos
- SojournKids Family Worship Guide BOOKLET by Rob Plummer and Jared Kennedy (PDF download).
- The Family Worship Book: A Resource Book for Family Devotions BOOK by Terry L. Johnson, (Christian Focus, 2003).