Big Truths for Young Hearts encourages and enables parents of children 6 to14 years of age to teach through the whole of systematic theology in an understandable, chapter-a-day format. Parents can teach their children the great truths of the faith and shape their worldviews early, based on these truths.
The book covers ten topics of systematic theology, devoting several brief chapters to each subject, making it possible for parents to read one chapter per day with their children. With this non-intimidating format, parents will be emboldened to be their children's primary faith trainers - and perhaps learn a few things themselves along the way.
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5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Jennifer @ Quiverfullfamily.com (Canada), January 01, 2010
The doctrinal quality of the titles published by Crossway never fail to amaze me, and Big Truths for Young Hearts has only served to cement my opinion. Theologian Bruce A. Ware has penned a work that attempts to capture the bedtime conversations he had with his own adult daughters (now grown), so that parents can step up to the plate in equipping their own children to understand the great, fundamental truths of the faith.
Ware’s text is filled with scriptural references, and all of the doctrine he puts forth is grounded firmly upon the Word of God. Though the text is Reformed in nature, and Ware teaches at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, he’s careful to hold only to what the scriptures state and avoids extra biblical standards. Ware takes care to point out that varying points of view exist on baptism, though he puts forth a case for baptism by immersion. He also notes that believers differ on matters of spiritual gifts and briefly touches upon both positions without adding value judgments.
A firm foundation based upon the clear teachings of God’s Word prevents confusion and the adoption of fallacious beliefs concerning the nature of God, salvation, the trinity, and the final destinations of those who die. With solid doctrinal understanding of Christian doctrine on the decline, Big Truths is my first recommendation for families in which any member of the family – large or small – is in need of instruction.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Chris Jordan (Duluth, GA), August 19, 2009
We have used this for evening devotions for my children. I have 7 children ages 11 months to 11 years. At times the material is a little "heady", but with futher explanation you can break it down for the younger children. They have learned much from this material and have been able to understand some deep theological concepts. This book is not only a good for children, but will teach adults some doctrines that they may not have grasped yet. Bruce Ware is a gift to the evangelical church. Thanks Dr. Bruce Ware for sharing with us these teaching that you shared with your children.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by James Koffman (Pisgah Forest, NC), August 07, 2009
This book was recommended to me by a Director/Teacher of a orthodox protestant Christian Church Camp.
We have just begun using this book as a the forum for home reading and doctrinal study with our 11, 12 and 13 year old. It is meat, not milk, but presented in a very palatable way for anyone wanting to begin to come to terms with key doctrine. For kids, it is excellent.
For parents who desire to give their chidren a foundation for THEIR OWN faith, this book is great.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Rev. Doyle Peyton (Bellville, Ohio), April 22, 2009
Well written,unique, concise but thorough, practical and insightful. Would make a great weekly parent/child devotional. A fine adult theological primer.
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