- Paperback: 160 pages
- Publisher: Melrose Books (19 July 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1907040358
- ISBN-13: 978-1907040351
- Product Dimensions: 29.2 x 20.6 x 1.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,502,173 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Passing on the Christian faith to children is often conceived as a matter of telling them the Bible stories. Of course, children need to know these stories, but they also need to see the big picture in Scripture. Who Made God....? is a big picture book. In twelve chapters it explores the major themes of Christian theology from the Incarnation (What is God like?) to Eschatology (What happens at the End?). The theology here is contained in conversations that four children, together with the boy from next door, have with their parents and grandfather. This book can be given to children who are just learning to read for themselves, or it can be read to them by parents and care-givers. The material for children appears in large type. Interspersed with the children s text are boxes containing comments to help parents. These provide background information and Bible references, together with further explanation of the theological ideas being presented. At the end of each chapter there is a puzzle activity to reinforce what has been learned. Also included are suggestions for family discussion.
About the Author
Brian K Smith was born in Dunedin, New Zealand. After completing a degree in electrical engineering, he trained for the Christian ministry, and in 1959 went to India as a missionary. In the north-eastern state of Tripura he became principal of a Bible school. Later, he was one of a team translating the New Testament into Kok Borok, the main tribal language of the area. Returning to New Zealand in 1976, Brian was appointed lecturer in the Baptist Theological College. In 1984 he became principal of that institution, a position he held until retirement. Who made God? is written at the end of a long career in teaching theology. Whether preaching to illiterate villagers or lecturing university students, Brian has always been concerned for the clear and effective communication of the great Christian truths. To this end he has developed a wide range of diagrams, illustrations, and stories. Some of these appear in this book. Alongside his teaching career, Brian has the experience of bringing up his own family in the faith. He and his wife Shirley have three children. Keeping up with their questions, he says, has been very good for his theology.
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If only this had been available when my children were little. In Who Made God, Brian Smith sets out the tenets of Christianity simply and accessibly. The book is written chiefly to be read with children, starting with What is God Like? (or, "for people who like to use big words" The Incarnation), moving on to include The Three-in-One God (The Holy Trinity), The Inside Story (The Fall), The Big Surprise (Atonement), Jesus II (The Holy Spirit), and What Happens in the End? (Eschatology). It consists of a story about a family where the children are tussling with questions about God, and the answers emerge as the book progresses. Each chapter contains boxes with more complex explanations of the theological concepts involved (this reader learned more about the Trinity in minutes than in over thirty years), and a brief summary of the points raised, concluding with an activity for children, and suggestions for discussion.
Of course, my children are older now and clearly Know Everything, but I really do recommend this book to anyone with young children, who would like to be able to explain the Christian faith to them clearly and easily.
Of course, my children are older now and clearly Know Everything, but I really do recommend this book to anyone with young children, who would like to be able to explain the Christian faith to them clearly and easily.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Written by a Missionary, Recommended by Baptist Pastors, Loved by Kids
19 Nov 2010
Format:Paperback
Here's what my dear friend and Baptist Pastor says about this useful evangelism tool:
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This is a "how to" book regarding passing on the Christian faith to children.
In twelve chapters it covers the major themes of Christian Theology enabling children (and adults?) to discover for themselves the big-picture of what God is really like.
Although primarily written as a book for children (large print), it contains helps (in small print) for parents and caregivers, giving scriptural reasons for the theology presented.
Some of the illustrations and diagrams used in this book also bring a clarity to the heady subject of Theology, which is quite refreshing.
There are also puzzles for the children to reinforce what is learned plus
ideas for family discussion.
For my money... a good buy... and I will use it with my grandchildren.
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This is a "how to" book regarding passing on the Christian faith to children.
In twelve chapters it covers the major themes of Christian Theology enabling children (and adults?) to discover for themselves the big-picture of what God is really like.
Although primarily written as a book for children (large print), it contains helps (in small print) for parents and caregivers, giving scriptural reasons for the theology presented.
Some of the illustrations and diagrams used in this book also bring a clarity to the heady subject of Theology, which is quite refreshing.
There are also puzzles for the children to reinforce what is learned plus
ideas for family discussion.
For my money... a good buy... and I will use it with my grandchildren.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
For those who have kids who ask a lot of questions....
14 Oct 2011
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a great book for introducing kids to somewhat philosophical theology underpinning the Christian faith. My daughter always has a lot of questions and is very pleased with the book. We are not through it but if the rest is as the beginning is I will be very pleased.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
christian theology clearly explained
5 Jan 2011
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is an excellent publication-forcing you to think again about God and eternal values in a new way. It is written for children but challenging to all grown up's brains. The chapters on the Trinity are masterful.
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