Author: Ann Spangler
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414335989
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
God is bigger than you think Many people feel both drawn to God and afraid of him. How can they feel close to a perfect God whom their flawed self is incapable of pleasing? Fortunately, God has revealed truths about himself in Scripture that can untangle our confusion. In this daily guide to studying and praying according to God's attributes, Ann Spangler resurrects old-fashioned words like holiness, omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence. Far from boring us, these words, when excavated for their biblical meaning, paint a thrilling vision of God that can help us experience him more deeply. They can also prevent us from making the colossal mistake of concluding God is too weak, distant, or uncaring to help us when we need him. In the tradition of her bestselling books Praying the Names of God and Women of the Bible, this new devotional focuses on one particular attribute each week. Praying the Attributes of God will help you see that God is far bigger and far better than you could ever hope or suspect. At some point in our lives, many of us have fallen victim to an imbalanced, distorted view of God. Sometimes we see him as a hard god--all-seeing, all-powerful, and all-knowing, but not someone we can trust or get close to. Other times he's depicted as much softer--always tolerant and not too demanding, but not much better than we are. What we need is the perspective only God can give--a true and deeper vision of who he is as the almighty, everlasting God, who is holy and yet merciful, jealous and yet loving, righteous and yet forgiving. Let us not settle for a vision of God that is thin and anemic, one that will fall to pieces when life becomes more difficult than we can bear. Instead, let us pray that God will draw us out of our complacency so that we might hunger and thirst for more of him. As you read through this book, I hope you will share my sense that learning more about God's attributes is like drawing water from a deep well--the kind that can refresh and invigorate your faith. In the days and weeks ahead, may God give you the boldness to prayerfully insist that he nourish, sustain, and strengthen you with a clearer revelation of who he is. --Ann Spangler
Praying the Attributes of God
Author: Ann Spangler
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414335989
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
God is bigger than you think Many people feel both drawn to God and afraid of him. How can they feel close to a perfect God whom their flawed self is incapable of pleasing? Fortunately, God has revealed truths about himself in Scripture that can untangle our confusion. In this daily guide to studying and praying according to God's attributes, Ann Spangler resurrects old-fashioned words like holiness, omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence. Far from boring us, these words, when excavated for their biblical meaning, paint a thrilling vision of God that can help us experience him more deeply. They can also prevent us from making the colossal mistake of concluding God is too weak, distant, or uncaring to help us when we need him. In the tradition of her bestselling books Praying the Names of God and Women of the Bible, this new devotional focuses on one particular attribute each week. Praying the Attributes of God will help you see that God is far bigger and far better than you could ever hope or suspect. At some point in our lives, many of us have fallen victim to an imbalanced, distorted view of God. Sometimes we see him as a hard god--all-seeing, all-powerful, and all-knowing, but not someone we can trust or get close to. Other times he's depicted as much softer--always tolerant and not too demanding, but not much better than we are. What we need is the perspective only God can give--a true and deeper vision of who he is as the almighty, everlasting God, who is holy and yet merciful, jealous and yet loving, righteous and yet forgiving. Let us not settle for a vision of God that is thin and anemic, one that will fall to pieces when life becomes more difficult than we can bear. Instead, let us pray that God will draw us out of our complacency so that we might hunger and thirst for more of him. As you read through this book, I hope you will share my sense that learning more about God's attributes is like drawing water from a deep well--the kind that can refresh and invigorate your faith. In the days and weeks ahead, may God give you the boldness to prayerfully insist that he nourish, sustain, and strengthen you with a clearer revelation of who he is. --Ann Spangler
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414335989
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
God is bigger than you think Many people feel both drawn to God and afraid of him. How can they feel close to a perfect God whom their flawed self is incapable of pleasing? Fortunately, God has revealed truths about himself in Scripture that can untangle our confusion. In this daily guide to studying and praying according to God's attributes, Ann Spangler resurrects old-fashioned words like holiness, omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence. Far from boring us, these words, when excavated for their biblical meaning, paint a thrilling vision of God that can help us experience him more deeply. They can also prevent us from making the colossal mistake of concluding God is too weak, distant, or uncaring to help us when we need him. In the tradition of her bestselling books Praying the Names of God and Women of the Bible, this new devotional focuses on one particular attribute each week. Praying the Attributes of God will help you see that God is far bigger and far better than you could ever hope or suspect. At some point in our lives, many of us have fallen victim to an imbalanced, distorted view of God. Sometimes we see him as a hard god--all-seeing, all-powerful, and all-knowing, but not someone we can trust or get close to. Other times he's depicted as much softer--always tolerant and not too demanding, but not much better than we are. What we need is the perspective only God can give--a true and deeper vision of who he is as the almighty, everlasting God, who is holy and yet merciful, jealous and yet loving, righteous and yet forgiving. Let us not settle for a vision of God that is thin and anemic, one that will fall to pieces when life becomes more difficult than we can bear. Instead, let us pray that God will draw us out of our complacency so that we might hunger and thirst for more of him. As you read through this book, I hope you will share my sense that learning more about God's attributes is like drawing water from a deep well--the kind that can refresh and invigorate your faith. In the days and weeks ahead, may God give you the boldness to prayerfully insist that he nourish, sustain, and strengthen you with a clearer revelation of who he is. --Ann Spangler
Praying the Attributes of God
Author: Rosemary Jensen
Publisher: Kregel Publications
ISBN: 9780825497261
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
The former director of Bible Study Fellowship offers thirty-one prayer devotions designed to direct thoughtful meditation and prayer through an understanding of the character of God.
Publisher: Kregel Publications
ISBN: 9780825497261
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 182
Book Description
The former director of Bible Study Fellowship offers thirty-one prayer devotions designed to direct thoughtful meditation and prayer through an understanding of the character of God.
The Names of God
Author: Ann Spangler
Publisher: HarperChristian Resources
ISBN: 0310295432
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
What’s in a name? The Names of God: 52 Bible Studies for Individuals and Groups offers a unique approach to Bible study by presenting a 52-week study focusing on the names and titles of God and of Jesus, one designed to help readers experience the Lord in fresh and deeper ways. . By studying such rich and varied names as Adonay, El Shadday, Abba, Yeshua, Lamb of God, and Prince of Peace, readers will encounter a God who is utterly holy, powerful, surprising, merciful, and loving. Each week’s study includes: • Background information to help readers understand the name • A key Scripture passage in which the name was first or most significantly revealed • A series of questions for individual or group study • A list of Bible passages for further reflection Based on Praying the Names of God and Praying the Names of Jesus but containing additional questions for reflection and study, this unique Bible study is designed to help individuals and groups explore the most important of God’s names and titles as they are revealed in the Bible. Also included is a helpful pronunciation guide to the Names of God in Ancient Hebrew and Koine Greek.
Publisher: HarperChristian Resources
ISBN: 0310295432
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
What’s in a name? The Names of God: 52 Bible Studies for Individuals and Groups offers a unique approach to Bible study by presenting a 52-week study focusing on the names and titles of God and of Jesus, one designed to help readers experience the Lord in fresh and deeper ways. . By studying such rich and varied names as Adonay, El Shadday, Abba, Yeshua, Lamb of God, and Prince of Peace, readers will encounter a God who is utterly holy, powerful, surprising, merciful, and loving. Each week’s study includes: • Background information to help readers understand the name • A key Scripture passage in which the name was first or most significantly revealed • A series of questions for individual or group study • A list of Bible passages for further reflection Based on Praying the Names of God and Praying the Names of Jesus but containing additional questions for reflection and study, this unique Bible study is designed to help individuals and groups explore the most important of God’s names and titles as they are revealed in the Bible. Also included is a helpful pronunciation guide to the Names of God in Ancient Hebrew and Koine Greek.
Attributes of God
Author: A.W Pink
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1618980629
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
A Transforming Knowledge of the Living God The timeless appeal of this classic book, written by a preacher with a worldwide ministry during the first half of the twentieth century, demonstrates the deep hunger for a saving knowledge of God present in each generation. Arthur Pink sought to give readers not just a theoretical knowledge of God but pointed them toward a personal relationship of yielding to him and living according to his biblical precepts. Pink's book explores attributes such as God's decrees, foreknowledge, sovereignty, holiness, grace, and mercy, among many others, all packaged in a style especially useful for pastors, teachers, and Bible students. Our God who is above all names cannot be found through human searching alone, Pink teaches, but can be known only as he is revealed by the Holy Spirit through his living Word.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1618980629
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 106
Book Description
A Transforming Knowledge of the Living God The timeless appeal of this classic book, written by a preacher with a worldwide ministry during the first half of the twentieth century, demonstrates the deep hunger for a saving knowledge of God present in each generation. Arthur Pink sought to give readers not just a theoretical knowledge of God but pointed them toward a personal relationship of yielding to him and living according to his biblical precepts. Pink's book explores attributes such as God's decrees, foreknowledge, sovereignty, holiness, grace, and mercy, among many others, all packaged in a style especially useful for pastors, teachers, and Bible students. Our God who is above all names cannot be found through human searching alone, Pink teaches, but can be known only as he is revealed by the Holy Spirit through his living Word.
Praying the Names of God
Author: Ann Spangler
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1459611500
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
A twenty-six-week devotional study by the bestselling coauthor of Women of the Bible Names in the ancient world did more than simply distinguish one person from another, they often conveyed the essential nature and character of a person. This is especially true when it comes to the names of God recorded in the Bible. Praying the Names of God explores the primary names and titles of God in the Old Testament to reveal the deeper meanings behind them. El Shadday, Elohim, Adonay, Abba, El Elyon - God Almighty, Mighty Creator, Lord, Father, God Most High - these are just a few of the names and titles of God that yield rich insights into his nature and character. Praying the Names of God shows readers how to study and pray Gods names by focusing each week on one of the primary names or titles of God. Monday - readers study a portion of Scripture that reveals the name. TuesdayThursday - readers pray specific Scripture passages related to the name. Friday - readers pray Scripture promises connected to the name. By incorporating the divine names and titles into their prayers - and learning about the biblical context in which the name was revealed - readers will gain a more intimate understanding of who God is and how he can be relied on in every circumstance of their lives. Praying the Names of God is a unique devotional, one that offers a rich program of daily prayer and study designed to lead people into fresh encounters with the living God.
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN: 1459611500
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 466
Book Description
A twenty-six-week devotional study by the bestselling coauthor of Women of the Bible Names in the ancient world did more than simply distinguish one person from another, they often conveyed the essential nature and character of a person. This is especially true when it comes to the names of God recorded in the Bible. Praying the Names of God explores the primary names and titles of God in the Old Testament to reveal the deeper meanings behind them. El Shadday, Elohim, Adonay, Abba, El Elyon - God Almighty, Mighty Creator, Lord, Father, God Most High - these are just a few of the names and titles of God that yield rich insights into his nature and character. Praying the Names of God shows readers how to study and pray Gods names by focusing each week on one of the primary names or titles of God. Monday - readers study a portion of Scripture that reveals the name. TuesdayThursday - readers pray specific Scripture passages related to the name. Friday - readers pray Scripture promises connected to the name. By incorporating the divine names and titles into their prayers - and learning about the biblical context in which the name was revealed - readers will gain a more intimate understanding of who God is and how he can be relied on in every circumstance of their lives. Praying the Names of God is a unique devotional, one that offers a rich program of daily prayer and study designed to lead people into fresh encounters with the living God.
Praying Through the Names of God
Author: Tony Evans
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736960511
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
When Life Gets Too Hard to Stand, Kneel You are called to be a prayer warrior. But which name should you call upon? God has more than one name—each represents a different aspect of His character. When you know which name to call, you will pray more effectively, and more specifically to your need. In this book, Dr. Tony Evans provides tools to transform your prayer life as you get to know God in new ways. You will... experience God as Jehovah Jireh, "the Lord will provide." allow God to be El Simchatch Gili, "God my exceeding joy." make God Your Jehovah Ori, "the Lord my light." know peace through Jehovah Shalon, "the Lord our peace." take God as your power source as Jehovah Uzzi, "the Lord my strength." make wiser decisions by sitting at the feet of Peleh Yo'etz, "Wonderful Counselor." Revitalize your prayer life by connecting your needs with the characteristics of God's names!
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736960511
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
When Life Gets Too Hard to Stand, Kneel You are called to be a prayer warrior. But which name should you call upon? God has more than one name—each represents a different aspect of His character. When you know which name to call, you will pray more effectively, and more specifically to your need. In this book, Dr. Tony Evans provides tools to transform your prayer life as you get to know God in new ways. You will... experience God as Jehovah Jireh, "the Lord will provide." allow God to be El Simchatch Gili, "God my exceeding joy." make God Your Jehovah Ori, "the Lord my light." know peace through Jehovah Shalon, "the Lord our peace." take God as your power source as Jehovah Uzzi, "the Lord my strength." make wiser decisions by sitting at the feet of Peleh Yo'etz, "Wonderful Counselor." Revitalize your prayer life by connecting your needs with the characteristics of God's names!
Praying the Attributes of God
Author: Ann Spangler
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414388780
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
God Is Greater than You Think Many people feel both drawn to God and afraid of him. How can they feel close to a perfect God whom their flawed self is incapable of pleasing? Fortunately, God has revealed truths about himself in Scripture that can untangle our confusion. In this daily guide to studying and praying according to the attributes of God, Ann Spangler resurrects old-fashioned words like holiness, omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence. Far from boring us, these words, when excavated for their biblical meaning, paint a thrilling vision of God that can help us experience spiritual growth in a deeper way. They can also prevent us from making the colossal mistake of concluding God is too weak, distant, or uncaring to help us when we need him. In the tradition of her bestselling books Praying the Names of God and Women of the Bible, this new daily devotional focuses on one particular attribute each week. Praying the Attributes of God will help you see that God is far bigger and far better than you could ever hope or suspect.
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN: 1414388780
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
God Is Greater than You Think Many people feel both drawn to God and afraid of him. How can they feel close to a perfect God whom their flawed self is incapable of pleasing? Fortunately, God has revealed truths about himself in Scripture that can untangle our confusion. In this daily guide to studying and praying according to the attributes of God, Ann Spangler resurrects old-fashioned words like holiness, omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence. Far from boring us, these words, when excavated for their biblical meaning, paint a thrilling vision of God that can help us experience spiritual growth in a deeper way. They can also prevent us from making the colossal mistake of concluding God is too weak, distant, or uncaring to help us when we need him. In the tradition of her bestselling books Praying the Names of God and Women of the Bible, this new daily devotional focuses on one particular attribute each week. Praying the Attributes of God will help you see that God is far bigger and far better than you could ever hope or suspect.
Praying the Names of Jesus
Author: Ann Spangler
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 031085976X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
The Bible tells us that those who place their trust in Jesus and pray in one of His many names will be rewarded with gifts of joy, peace, and power. Join Ann Spangler, bestselling author of Praying the Names of God, as she guides you into a richer and more rewarding relationship with Christ by helping you to understand and pray His names on a daily basis. His many titles, including "Good Shepherd," "Bread of Life," "Light of the World," "Prince of Peace," and "Bright Morning Star," reveal who Jesus is and why he came into this world. But how much do you know about Jesus' names? Praying the Names of Jesus is a twenty-six-week devotional study that explores the most prominent names of Jesus throughout the New Testament. Each name or title is broken down into three sections each week: Monday: Study a portion of Scripture that reveals a specific name of Jesus Tuesday through Thursday: Pray specific Scripture passages related to the name Friday: Pray Scripture promises connected to the name As you learn more about the many names of Jesus, you'll gain a more intimate knowledge of Jesus and his plan for your life, move toward a deeper experience of his love and mercy, and see how each of his names holds within it a promise: Teacher, Healer, Friend, Lord--and God with Us, no matter what we're facing.
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
ISBN: 031085976X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
The Bible tells us that those who place their trust in Jesus and pray in one of His many names will be rewarded with gifts of joy, peace, and power. Join Ann Spangler, bestselling author of Praying the Names of God, as she guides you into a richer and more rewarding relationship with Christ by helping you to understand and pray His names on a daily basis. His many titles, including "Good Shepherd," "Bread of Life," "Light of the World," "Prince of Peace," and "Bright Morning Star," reveal who Jesus is and why he came into this world. But how much do you know about Jesus' names? Praying the Names of Jesus is a twenty-six-week devotional study that explores the most prominent names of Jesus throughout the New Testament. Each name or title is broken down into three sections each week: Monday: Study a portion of Scripture that reveals a specific name of Jesus Tuesday through Thursday: Pray specific Scripture passages related to the name Friday: Pray Scripture promises connected to the name As you learn more about the many names of Jesus, you'll gain a more intimate knowledge of Jesus and his plan for your life, move toward a deeper experience of his love and mercy, and see how each of his names holds within it a promise: Teacher, Healer, Friend, Lord--and God with Us, no matter what we're facing.
Praying to God Our Father
Author: Julie Tofilon
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781796238723
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 118
Book Description
The three most important questions in life are 1) Is there a God? This determines our eternal address: Heaven or Hell. 2)What is He like? This determines our identity--made in His image. Gen 1:27 3)What does He expect from me? This determines our destiny and purpose. These are the most important questions in life because what we believe and who we follow determines how we live here and where we will live in our eternal life--including our rewards and future job. Life is too short and you're too valuable to waste your time and talents on temporary things or pleasures in exchange for eternal joy in the presence of God for His glory! For what profit a man to gain the whole world, but lose his soul? Mk 8:36 This guide will help you systematically examine 52 of His character traits and over 52 lists of almost every aspect of one's life to pray for, such as finding the right spouse, house, and even a computer mouse :). This instruction will give you the maturity you need in character, decision-making, and skill. Although we are made in His image, this image needs to be developed. It's not fully developed upon birth or being born again in Him. This diagnostic tool will give you a spiritual tune-up and help you reset your moral compass to the "true north" of God's standards for right living. May it help you honor Who you were meant to honor and be all that you were meant to be and do, so the whole world may know of His greatness. (Psalm 67) Life is too short, you're too valuable and God is too good for you to waste your life on meaningless pursuits and poor character. We don't want to just live between the regrets of yesterday and the fears and worries of tomorrow. God has a clear path for our lives known only to Him and waiting to be revealed to you. It all starts with discovering His nature in us. You can try to discover your life's purpose in other ways, but none will achieve the kind of results from communicating and learning from the One who created you. The author of a book develops the characters and knows the end of the story. Will you call on Him today and begin this journey of a lifetime? He loves you! It's your choice. To know Him is to love and trust Him. How can you trust someone you don't know? You wouldn't even date someone you've never met or hardly knew. Yet many people don't believe in God or don't trust Him, but they never took the time to get to know Him and pay attention to the still small voice in their soul that quietly and continually longs for Him-- your loving Father/Creator. Everyone is going to live somewhere forever. Do you know where you are going to be living? What you believe now will determine it. "And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment." Heb 9:27 Are you ready? Read this book and do the research. Your eternal life in heaven or hell depends it. See you soon. In Christ's love... Tom
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781796238723
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 118
Book Description
The three most important questions in life are 1) Is there a God? This determines our eternal address: Heaven or Hell. 2)What is He like? This determines our identity--made in His image. Gen 1:27 3)What does He expect from me? This determines our destiny and purpose. These are the most important questions in life because what we believe and who we follow determines how we live here and where we will live in our eternal life--including our rewards and future job. Life is too short and you're too valuable to waste your time and talents on temporary things or pleasures in exchange for eternal joy in the presence of God for His glory! For what profit a man to gain the whole world, but lose his soul? Mk 8:36 This guide will help you systematically examine 52 of His character traits and over 52 lists of almost every aspect of one's life to pray for, such as finding the right spouse, house, and even a computer mouse :). This instruction will give you the maturity you need in character, decision-making, and skill. Although we are made in His image, this image needs to be developed. It's not fully developed upon birth or being born again in Him. This diagnostic tool will give you a spiritual tune-up and help you reset your moral compass to the "true north" of God's standards for right living. May it help you honor Who you were meant to honor and be all that you were meant to be and do, so the whole world may know of His greatness. (Psalm 67) Life is too short, you're too valuable and God is too good for you to waste your life on meaningless pursuits and poor character. We don't want to just live between the regrets of yesterday and the fears and worries of tomorrow. God has a clear path for our lives known only to Him and waiting to be revealed to you. It all starts with discovering His nature in us. You can try to discover your life's purpose in other ways, but none will achieve the kind of results from communicating and learning from the One who created you. The author of a book develops the characters and knows the end of the story. Will you call on Him today and begin this journey of a lifetime? He loves you! It's your choice. To know Him is to love and trust Him. How can you trust someone you don't know? You wouldn't even date someone you've never met or hardly knew. Yet many people don't believe in God or don't trust Him, but they never took the time to get to know Him and pay attention to the still small voice in their soul that quietly and continually longs for Him-- your loving Father/Creator. Everyone is going to live somewhere forever. Do you know where you are going to be living? What you believe now will determine it. "And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment." Heb 9:27 Are you ready? Read this book and do the research. Your eternal life in heaven or hell depends it. See you soon. In Christ's love... Tom
I Am
Author: Diane M. Stortz
Publisher: Tommy Nelson
ISBN: 1400237092
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God will help children develop an understanding of God's character and His love for them. As they grow to know, love, and trust the great I Am through these 40 stories, devotions, and prayers, they will learn the many names and titles of God. Creator. Comforter. Healer. Friend. God's names tell us who He is, what He is like, and what He does. Written by Diane Stortz, I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God covers 40 of the Bible’s many names and descriptive titles for God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, including?Jehovah Jireh, The Lord My Shepherd, Immanuel, Rabbi,?and?I Am.? Children ages 4–8 will read age-appropriate Bible stories from the Old and New Testaments; draw closer to God through short devotions and prayers; and discover the meaning of each of God’s names?and how it relates to their lives.? This go-to Bible storybook is great for children reading on their own and starting their faith journey; reading aloud with parents, grandparents, and siblings; and Sunday school teachers or group discussions.
Publisher: Tommy Nelson
ISBN: 1400237092
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God will help children develop an understanding of God's character and His love for them. As they grow to know, love, and trust the great I Am through these 40 stories, devotions, and prayers, they will learn the many names and titles of God. Creator. Comforter. Healer. Friend. God's names tell us who He is, what He is like, and what He does. Written by Diane Stortz, I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God covers 40 of the Bible’s many names and descriptive titles for God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, including?Jehovah Jireh, The Lord My Shepherd, Immanuel, Rabbi,?and?I Am.? Children ages 4–8 will read age-appropriate Bible stories from the Old and New Testaments; draw closer to God through short devotions and prayers; and discover the meaning of each of God’s names?and how it relates to their lives.? This go-to Bible storybook is great for children reading on their own and starting their faith journey; reading aloud with parents, grandparents, and siblings; and Sunday school teachers or group discussions.