Recommended Resources
Below are some resources that our pastors and Redeemer Kids staff recommend based on various topics related to children, teens, and family discipleship. Flip through some of these titles at the Redeemer Families Resources shelf or follow the links below for more information on where to purchase.
Technology
The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Crouch (Baker Books, 2017)
Gender/Sexuality
God's Design for Sex Series by Stan and Brenna Jones (NavPress, 2019)
Good Pictures, Bad Pictures by Kristen A. Jenson (Glen Cove Press)
Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Jr. by Kristen A. Jenson (Glen Cove Press)
God Made All of Me by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb (New Growth Press, 2015)
Feelings, Emotions & Mental Health
Are My Kids on Track? The 12 Social, Emotional, and Spiritual Milestones Your Child Needs to Reach by Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan (Bethany House, 2017)
Raising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World by Sissy Goff (Bethany House, 2019)
Raising Emotionally Strong Boys by David Thomas (Bethany House, 2022)
Good News for Little Hearts Series by Edward T. Welch (New Growth Press)
Lucy Learns to be Brave by Sissy Goff (Bethany House, 2025)
Owen Learns He Has What it Takes by David Thomas (Bethany House, 2025)
Teenagers and Mental Health: A Handbook for Parents, Pastors, and Youth Leaders by Monica Kim and Danny Kwon (New Growth Press, 2025)
Count Yourself Calm by Eliza Huey (Good Book Company, 2023)
Faith Talk Resources
Long Story Short by Marty Machowski (New Growth Press, 2010)
Old Story New by Marty Machowski (New Growth Press, 2012)
Books on Family Discipleship
Family Worship by Donald Whitney (Crossway, 2019)
Family Discipleship by Matt Chandler and Adam Griffin (Crossway, 2020)
The Gospel Way Catechism by Trevin Wax and Thomas West (Harvest House Publishers, 2025)
Family Worship Bible Guide edited by Joel Beeke (Reformation Heritage Books, 2016)
Faith Builder Catechism:Devotions to Level Up Your Family Discipleship by Kevin Hippolyte, Jared Kennedy, and Trey Kullman (New Growth Press, 2023)
Parenting by Paul Tripp (Crossway, 2016)
General Theology
Big Truths for Young Hearts: Teaching and Learning the Greatness of God by Bruce Ware (Crossway, 2009)
The Ology: Ancient Truths, Ever New by Marty Machowski (New Growth Press, 2015)
The Radical Book for Kids: Exploring the Roots and Shoots of Faith by Champ Thornton (New Growth Press, 2016)
Worldview & Apologetics
10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin (Crossway, 2021)
Hidden Worldviews: Eight Cultural Stories That Shape Our Lives by Steve Wilkens and Mark Sanford (IVP Academic, 2009)
Books For Moms
Between Us Girls: Gospel Chats for Moms and Daughters by Trish Donohue (New Growth Press, 2016)
Risen Motherhood by Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler (Harvest House Publishers, 2019)
Books For Dads
The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character by Jon Tyson (Baker Books, 2021)
Between Us Guys: Life Changing Conversations for Dads and Sons by Joel Fitzpatrick (New Growth Press, 2019)
How to Lead Your Family: A Guide for Men Wanting to be More by Joel Beeke (Reformation Heritage Books, 2025)
Storybook Bibles
Toddlers
The Beginners Gospel Story Bible by Jared Kennedy (New Growth Press, 2017)
Preschoolers
God's Big Promises Bible Storybook by Carl Laferton (Good Book Company, 2023)
The Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd Jones (Zonderkids, 2006)
Elementary
The Gospel Story Bible by Marty Machowski (New Growth Press, 2011)
The Biggest Story Bible Storybook by Kevin DeYoung (Crossway, 2022)
Kaleidoscope Book Series
Resources for Christmas
The Light Before Christmas by Marty Machowski (New Growth Press, 2022)
Jesus Came For Me by Jared Kennedy (New Growth Press, 2017)
A Very Noisy Christmas by Tim Thornborough (The Good Book Company, 2018)
This Is the Christmas Story by Kids Read Truth (She Read Truth)
The Christmas Promise by Alison Mitchell (The Good Book Company, 2014)
The Best Gift Ever Given by Ronnie Martin (Harvest House Publishers, 2019)
The Biggest Story Advent Family Devotional by Kevin DeYoung (Crossway, 2025)
Tracing Glory: The Christmas Story Through the Bible by Sarah Rice (10Publishing, 2021)
ABCs of Christmas Card Set from Tiny Theologians (Tiny Theologians)
Jesse Tree Ornaments from Tiny Theologians (Tiny Theologians)
Advent Blocks from GoodKind (GoodKind)
Resources for Lent & Easter
Darkest Night, Brightest Day by Marty Machowski (New Growth Press, 2022)
Podcasts
The Family Discipleship Podcast with Cassie Bryant, Chelsea Griffin, and Adam Griffin
Raising Boys and Girls with Sissy Goff and David Thomas
Tiny Theologians by Amy Cate Gannett
Risen Motherhood with Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler