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God Made Boys and Girls is a clear, reassuring story that helps children understand that their gender is a good gift from the God who made them.Through a relatable classroom conversation, Marty Machowski gently explains that being a boy or a girl is part of God’s loving design—something given before birth and not defined by preferences, personality, or activities. With simple language and engaging storytelling, the book helps children see that they are wonderfully made in God’s image and that his design is both intentional and good.In a culture filled with confusion about identity, this book offers families a biblical foundation for understanding gender with clarity and confidence. With an added parent resource section, it also equips caregivers to have thoughtful, age-appropriate conversations that point children to God’s truth and care.

As a companion small group resource to Parenting First Aid by Marty Machowski, this study guide reminds parents they aren’t alone in their struggles, providing an opportunity to talk about their challenges and pray for and encourage other parents.Each of the ten chapters of Parenting First Aid Study Guide contain book excerpts, Scriptures for encouragement, and questions to help stimulate discussion and application exercises. Machowski reminds men and women to rest in God’s sovereign ability to reach and rescue their children. Unlike many other Christian parenting books, this resource helps moms and dads find comfort and hope in Christ rather than relying on techniques or to-do lists that fail to deliver what they seem to promise.So many moms and dads hide their child-rearing struggles, but by sharing together and praying for one another in a small group setting, parents can find encouragement, support, and community as they learn to trust God together in the midst of hardship.Raising kids isn’t getting any easier, especially with the introduction of insta-porn on electronic devices, the ease of access to drugs, and the ever-increasing blurring of sexuality. This study guide is for weary mothers, fathers, and guardians who are overwhelmed with their children’s choices and the culture that wars against their souls.For moms and dads with small struggles or weighty parenting trials—such as children involved with drugs, sexual sin, and teenage rebellion—this small group guide offers a place to begin conversations with other parents; seek community, Scripture, and prayer; and remember they aren’t alone.

Angels on Your Side is a comforting, imaginative story that helps young children face their fears by trusting in God’s powerful protection.When a storm frightens Logan during a night at Grandpa’s house, his grandfather gently reassures him with stories from the Bible about angels who serve at God’s command. Through this tender narrative, children are introduced to the truth that God is always watching over them, using his mighty angels as part of his care, and that they are never alone—even in the dark or during scary moments.Blending biblical teaching with engaging storytelling, Marty Machowski brings the unseen spiritual world to life in a way that is both accessible and reassuring for young readers. Enhanced by striking 3D illustrations from Rommel Ruiz and accompanied by 3D glasses, this interactive bedtime book invites children ages four to seven to rest in God’s love and learn that the best response to fear is turning to him.

What is the measure of a man? Is it athletic ability, strength, intelligence, or accomplishments? Manhood isn’t measured by how much money you make, the job you have, what you wear, or who you marry. While today’s cultural flinches at the term “biblical manhood,” God had a definition for men at creation, and you might be surprised about his views of what makes a man.Brave and Bold: 31 Devotions to Strengthen Men offers thirty-one daily devotions to encourage readers to become men whose strength comes from following Jesus and reflects him to a watching world. Author Marty Machowski explores scripture to uncover the truth that becoming a real man means trusting God in every area of life, including serving, taking responsibility, providing for his family, and confessing failure.Through personal stories and examples, and practical application, men will be challenged to “be doers of the word, and not hearers only” (James 1:22) and to be examples of faithfulness, selflessness, self-control, and humble dependence on the Lord. Each devotion calls men to grow deeper in compassion, kindness, courage, integrity, and service. Machowski considers Brave and Bold to be a “pocket biblical manhood boot camp.”Brave and Bold can be used for personal reading, one-on-one discipleship, or small group discussion, encouraging men to live on a mission to honor the Lord and to make him known in every part of life.

God Made Me for Heaven is a comforting, biblically grounded story that helps children understand what heaven is really like and how they can be with Jesus forever.Through a simple and relatable conversation between brothers, Marty Machowski gently reshapes common misconceptions about heaven, showing that it is not a distant, cloud-filled place but part of God’s plan to renew the world and dwell with his people. With clear, child-friendly language, the book explains that heaven is not for “good” people, but for sinners who are welcomed through Jesus.Part of the God Made Me series, this beautifully illustrated book helps families talk about big questions like life after death, the return of Christ, and the hope of a restored creation. With an added parent resource section, it equips caregivers to guide meaningful, gospel-centered conversations that give children both understanding and anticipation for the future God has promised.

Anyone who has tried it, even for a day, knows that children’s ministry is challenging. Pastors Deepak Reju and Marty Machowski have been in your shoes and they want to help. Drawing on decades of family ministry experience, they have a passion to help children’s ministry directors, pastors, and volunteers remember the “why” of children’s ministry and gain a fresh vision for the “how” of effective discipleship and proactive nurturing of the next generation. As you recruit volunteers, organize materials, set up safety policies, and manage the many needs that come your way, you may feel overwhelmed, discouraged, and wonder if your ministry is even effective. Reju and Machowski have a passion to help those involved in children’s ministry remember that it’s more than just providing safe childcare so that parents can attend worship services; it’s about raising up faithful believers who love the Lord, stand firm in the gospel, treasure Scripture, and have a heart for others. These goals can only be met if the whole church is committed to prioritizing time and energy into disciple-making and sets proactive policies for children’s safety. Readers will learn about highlighting Bible-based content, recruiting church members, planning for emergencies, and partnering with parents. Build on Jesus equips ministry leaders with the right priorities, people, and practicalities needed for fruitful nurturing and care of the youngest disciples in the church.

Darkest Night, Brightest Day is a beautifully crafted Easter devotional that helps families experience the full story of Christ’s death and resurrection through daily Scripture readings.Designed as a unique “upside-down” book, it guides families through fourteen Bible stories—beginning with the sorrow of Passion Week and culminating in the joy of the resurrection and the birth of the church at Pentecost. Marty Machowski thoughtfully weaves together the Gospel accounts into a single, compelling narrative, with each day’s reading paired with questions that invite meaningful family discussion and reflection.Perfect for establishing a lasting Easter tradition, this illustrated hardback by Phil Shorr helps children grasp the powerful contrast between the darkness of the cross and the light of new life in Christ. By walking through the story day by day, families are drawn into the beauty of the gospel and reminded each year of how God transforms the darkest night into the brightest day.

This four-week Advent family devotional by best-selling author Marty Machowski combines devotions on the theme of light and darkness with the story of eleven-year-old Mia and her grandmother as they prepare for Christmas. Grandma loves to share her faith, especially at Christmas time, and although she is blind, she can see the light of Jesus shining bright and helps Mia—and children of all ages—to do the same. Every year, Mia loves to spend the month of December with Grandma getting ready for Christmas. This year, they read a special devotional, The Light Before Christmas, together. Machowski brings families into their devotional time, sharing the story of Christmas. Through a Bible study of light and darkness, readers will discover how the theme of light weaves its way through the Christmas story and God's plan of salvation.The Light Before Christmas contains thirteen devotionals—three for each of the four weeks of Advent and one more for Christmas. Each devotional includes a Scripture for the day, an object lesson, a focus Scripture, a question to discuss as a family, a song to sing together, and a prayer.

In the tradition of his well-loved bestsellers The Ology and WonderFull, Machowski weaves a study of the Bible with a fictional story. The Treasure follows the adventures of Mira and Theos who discover a sea captain's personal journal which offers clues to a hidden treasure. They can only solve the riddle of the treasure by studying two ancient scrolls, the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Young readers will journey with the siblings as they solve their puzzle and discover the captain's treasure—Christ!While these New Testament books are often thought of as two separate books telling different stories, they are really two halves of one greater story recorded by Luke. Through Luke’s retelling of Jesus’s work on earth and the Spirit’s work in growing the church, we see the Father’s love on full display. The Treasure will help children grow in their knowledge and love of God.Vivid, full-color illustrations by Flavia Sorrentino.Written for elementary age and includes a study guide that can also be used with older children.Encourages families to study the Bible together and develop regular family devotions.

The Shadow and the Promise is an imaginative adventure that invites children to experience the earliest events of Scripture through the perspective of animal characters.In this creative retelling by bestselling author Marty Machowski, readers follow animal characters woven into the unfolding drama of Genesis and Exodus, beginning in the Garden of Eden as two young rock badgers encounter the serpent’s threat against God’s good creation. From the ark and Babel to Abraham’s journey, Joseph’s world, and the Passover, children are drawn into some of the Bible’s most foundational events through fast-moving storytelling filled with danger, wonder, and anticipation.First in the Redemption Tales series for ages 8–12, The Shadow and the Promise pairs adventure-driven fiction with biblical truth to help kids see the beginnings of God’s redemptive plan. Discussion questions at the end help readers explore the “truth behind the tales,” making it a strong pick for independent reading, family discussion, or classroom use.

Marty Machowski's Promises Made Promises Kept shows families how the birth and life of Jesus fulfilled God's Old Testament promises of a Savior.Start a new family tradition for the Christmas season by reading this “upside-down” book that includes fourteen Bible stories. Begin the week before Christmas with the first side, Promises Made which has seven stories that explore the Old Testament prophecies of the coming Messiah. On Christmas Day, flip the book over and continue by reading Promises Kept with seven more stories that vividly illustrate how Jesus’s life, death, and resurrection and the beginning of the church fulfill God’s promises.Machowski weaves the promises and fulfillments together into one harmonized story that will deepen the family’s faith in God’s power and control over all of history and their lives too. Each story also includes questions for the family to discuss together.

The Prophecy and the Hope is an imaginative adventure that invites children to experience key Old Testament events through the perspective of animal characters.In this creative retelling by bestselling author Marty Machowski, readers follow animal characters woven into some of the most dramatic moments in biblical history, beginning with the Exodus and continuing through stories of Mount Sinai, Jericho, David and Goliath, Elijah, Isaiah, and more. As oxen, camels, ravens, mice, and other creatures take part in the action, children encounter the suspense, wonder, and growing expectation of God’s unfolding plan of redemption.Second in the Redemption Tales series for ages 8–12, The Prophecy and the Hope combines adventure-driven storytelling with biblical truth to help kids see how the Old Testament points forward to the Savior to come. Bible study questions at the end help readers explore the “truth behind the tales,” making it a strong pick for independent reading, family discussion, or classroom use.

The Light and the Life is an imaginative adventure that invites children to experience the story of Jesus through the perspective of animal characters.In this creative retelling by bestselling author Marty Machowski, a wolf and a lamb are drawn together by the angelic announcement of Jesus’s birth and begin a journey that leads them to the Savior. Along the way, readers encounter a wide cast of animals woven into key moments in Jesus’s life—from Bethlehem and the temple to the Sea of Galilee, Lazarus’s tomb, and Jerusalem—bringing fresh energy and wonder to familiar gospel events.Third in the Redemption Tales series for ages 8–12, The Light and the Life combines engaging storytelling with biblical truth to help kids connect more deeply with God’s redemptive story. Bible study questions at the end help readers explore the “truth behind the tales,” making it a strong choice for independent reading, family discussion, or classroom use.

The Death and the Victory is an imaginative adventure that invites children to experience the story of Jesus’s death, resurrection, and triumph through the perspective of animal characters.In this creative retelling by bestselling author Marty Machowski, young readers follow animal characters woven into the sweeping events of the New Testament, from the cross and the empty tomb to the ascension, Pentecost, Saul’s conversion, and John’s visions on Patmos. These vivid stories bring fresh energy to familiar passages while helping children engage the wonder, sorrow, and hope of God’s redemptive plan.The final book in the Redemption Tales series for ages 8–12, The Death and the Victory pairs adventure-filled storytelling with biblical truth to help kids see how the story of Jesus leads to ultimate victory. Bible study questions at the end help readers explore the “truth behind the tales,” making it a strong pick for independent reading, family discussion, or classroom use.

Following the format of his popular storybook studies, Machowski weaves a Bible study of the book of Romans with a fictional story. The Sword shares the story of Katana and Brant who find a wooden sword and ancient journal belonging to Magnus, a one-time gladiator who became a guard who watched over the apostle Paul while he was under house arrest. Their discovery leads the siblings on a quest to reveal the mystery of the swords by studying Magnus’s journal.The Bible study portion of The Sword is presented as the study notes of Magnus. It was through his study of the gospel from Paul’s letter to the Romans that Magnus received the Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God. Readers will learn alongside Katana and Brant the bad news of our sin and the good news that rescues us through the cross of Christ.

God and Me leads young readers on a Bible study of the first three chapters of Genesis that they can do all on their own.What better way to encourage our children to love God’s Word than to provide them with a tool to study the Bible for themselves? Best-selling author Marty Machowski invites kids to engage God through a Bible study written just for them. Readers will explore their “first story,” from the beginning of Genesis, learning who God is, how they are made to reflect God, how the world got messed up, and how Jesus can restore them.God and Me is written in an activity book format with a conversational tone. Each of the fifteen lessons invites children to explore the foundational stories of Genesis through activities, memorization, and personal applications. Readers are also invited to share what they have learned with their friends.God and Me: The First Story–Genesis 1–3  is the first in the Bible Study for Kids series, engaging children ages 7–11 in an interactive Bible study on their level. Each study will ground children in Scripture and the gospel so that they can build their lives on Jesus and his Word.

This student workbook is a component of the 52-lesson The Ology Curriculum by Marty Machowski. This curriculum takes a deeper dive into the theological truths of his popular children’s book, The Ology: Ancient Truths Ever New. Arranged within a traditional systematic theological framework, each truth in The Ology is also connected to the Bible’s larger redemptive story. Lessons cover a wide range of theological topics, including the study of God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, the church, God’s Word, sin, change, and more.Each lesson corresponds with one of the chapters from The Ology and includes a reading from the book, prompts for further discussion of the reading, an exploration of related Scripture, a memory verse, a song related to the topic, and an activity. The student’s workbook has sections for notes and answering questions based on each component of the lesson.Designed as an essential companion to The Ology Curriculum, this workbook is available for individual purchase so each student can actively participate. Through illustrations, creative analogies, and word pictures, it helps make foundational theological concepts more accessible, while offering a flexible resource that can be used in homeschooling, Sunday school, or Christian school settings.

The Redemption Tales series by best-selling children’s author Marty Machowski offers a creative presentation of the gospel message by inviting middle-grade readers (ages 8–12) to join the fictional animals who could have witnessed the biggest events of the Bible throughout the Old and New Testaments.Each book in this four-volume set includes seven stories for a total of twenty-eight retellings from Genesis to Revelation. This set includes The Shadow and the Promise (Book 1), The Prophecy and the Hope (Book 2), The Light and the Life (Book 3), and The Death and the Victory (Book 4).Each chapter includes Bible study questions that help kids engage with the “truth behind the tales,” while offering a fresh perspective on God’s overarching story of redemption throughout Scripture. Accompanied by illustrations from Blair Files, the series invites readers to see familiar biblical events in a new and imaginative way.

Long Story Short is a practical, Christ-centered family devotional that helps busy parents share the big story of the Bible with their children in just ten minutes a day.Written by bestselling children’s author Marty Machowski, this engaging resource guides families through the Old Testament with clear teaching, helpful illustrations, and easy-to-follow discussion prompts. Rather than leaving parents to piece everything together on their own, Long Story Short shows how the events of the Old Testament fit into God’s plan of salvation and consistently points readers to the true hero of Scripture.Designed for real family life, this devotional breaks the Bible into manageable, five-day-a-week readings that make regular family Bible study feel doable instead of overwhelming. It also serves as a companion to The Gospel Story Bible, reinforcing and expanding on its teaching to help children connect individual stories to the larger redemptive story of Scripture.

Family Bible study doesn''t have to be complicated. Best-selling children''s book author Marty Machowski helps busy parents share the gospel story with their kids through Long Story Short, an outstanding devotional book full of stories, illustrations, and applicable learning suggestions.

For active families, reading the Bible together can feel overwhelming. Long Story Short is designed to explain God''s plan of salvation through the Old Testament, focusing on the hero of Scripture and important biblical truths without being corny, confusing, or condescending.

As a creative and Christ-centered family devotional, Long Story Short equips parents to make disciples in their homes by breaking down the Bible story in shorter, easy-to-understand sections. Both practical and simple, this beautifully designed book is faithful and interactive to Scripture. Machowski guides families through the Old Testament stories, drawing on his experience as a father of six and family life pastor.

Christian parents know the importance of passing the gospel story on to their children, yet we live in a busy world filled with distractions. Schedules collide, homework and laundry and soccer practice await, and before you know it, it''s easy to miss God''s Word.

With just ten minutes a day, five days a week, parents have enough time to pass on the most valuable treasure the world has ever known. Long Story Short is a family devotional program designed to cultivate honest and powerful discussion about the Bible, which is the catalyst for change in children''s lives.

The Gospel Story Bible is a beautifully illustrated storybook that helps children and families see Jesus as the hero of every Bible story.In this engaging storybook Bible, best-selling children's author Marty Machowski guides families through the people, places, and events of both the Old and New Testaments, showing how God’s plan of salvation in Christ is woven throughout Scripture. Rather than treating Bible stories as isolated lessons, this gospel-centered storybook helps readers understand the bigger picture of redemptive history and invites them to meet Jesus on every page.With vibrant illustrations, child-friendly discussion questions, and Scripture references accompanying each narrative, The Gospel Story Bible is designed to help kids engage deeply with God’s Word and grow in their understanding of the gospel. It is also a companion to the Long Story Short and Old Story New family devotionals, as well as the three-year Gospel Story for Kids Sunday school curriculum.

Best-selling children''s book author Marty Machowski helps families connect to the Bible with a theologically robust yet simple and relatable devotional program. Old Story New is designed to explain God''s plan of salvation through the New Testament.

Suited for children from preschool through high school, this gospel-focused book is full of ten-minute devotions to continue the gospel story that began in Long Story Short. The consistent and short structure helps children walk through the life-changing truths of the Christian faith in the New Testament—without overwhelming them.

The gospel story told through Old Story New is filled with adventure, suspense, drama, and mystery, captivating young readers. Machowski makes it easy for parents and caregivers to stay on the life-giving course of sharing the gospel with their families.

Through 78 New Testament stories, Old Story New does the hard work for moms and dads. Simple discussion questions (and answers!) for each day''s devotion help children understand and connect with Jesus''s life, death, resurrection, and the birth of the Christian church.

Old Story New isn''t devotional material preaching half-truths and moralism. This creative devotional program helps parents shepherd their children to see redemptive history, with the central theme of Jesus illuminated clearly in every story.

Don''t give up on your family devotions. Machowski recognizes how well-intended parents and caregivers can struggle to maintain a family Bible study. A fuller, richer understanding of the gospel will be found in Old Story New.

Old Story New is a practical, gospel-centered family devotional that helps parents guide their children through the New Testament in clear, engaging, ten-minute readings.Written by bestselling children’s author Marty Machowski, this theologically rich yet accessible resource helps families continue the story begun in Long Story Short by tracing God’s plan of salvation through the life of Jesus and the birth of the church. Through seventy-eight New Testament stories filled with drama, wonder, and hope, children are introduced to the big truths of the Christian faith in a way that is understandable, relatable, and rooted in redemptive history.Designed for families with children from preschool through high school, Old Story New uses a simple, repeatable format that makes family devotions easier to sustain. It also serves as a companion to The Gospel Story Bible, reinforcing and expanding on its teaching so children can better connect individual stories to the larger gospel narrative centered on Jesus.

You want to lead your child to Christ, but you often wonder exactly what you should be saying and sharing with your child. How do you know what parts of the gospel to share? How do you know if your child is really understanding the good news of the gospel or just trying to please you?With decades of experience in children's ministry and as a father, Marty Machowski outlines the core truths of the gospel and explains them in ways a child can understand. Using reflective questions, he helps you understand how to live the gospel openly with your children, allowing them to see how Christ is changing you, as well as how he desires to love and bring change to their lives.

Prepare Him Room is a gospel-focused Advent curriculum that helps families center their Christmas celebration on Jesus through biblical teaching, family devotions, and interactive activities.Written by bestselling children’s author Marty Machowski, this four-week resource leads families through the promises of the Old Testament and their fulfillment in Christ in a way children can understand. With a theological yet accessible approach, it helps parents move beyond the distractions of commercialized Christmas and guide their children into the wonder of God’s redemptive plan.Designed for family use during Advent, Prepare Him Room includes an original Christmas short story, thirteen family devotions, and a variety of crafts, activities, and carols to enjoy together. Created to help families slow down and focus on the true meaning of the season, it offers a clear and practical framework for making Christ the center of Christmas traditions year after year.

The Ology is a beautifully illustrated introduction to theology that helps children understand who God is and how every part of the Bible fits together in his redemptive story.Written by bestselling children’s author Marty Machowski, this accessible resource presents big biblical truths within a clear systematic theology framework while keeping them connected to the larger story of Scripture. Through creative examples, vivid analogies, and engaging illustrations, The Ology helps children grasp doctrines that can often feel abstract, giving families a way to talk about God, themselves, and the world through the lens of biblical truth.Designed for ages eight through twelve, this flexible book works well for family read-alouds and independent exploration alike. Framed by an adventure story in which Carla and Timothy discover an ancient treasure called The Ology, it draws young readers into a sense of wonder while building a strong theological foundation that can grow with them over time. A companion album from Sovereign Grace Music also extends the experience through worship songs built around the book’s core truths.

Wise Up: Ten-Minute Family Devotions in Proverbs is a practical, gospel-centered devotional that helps families teach children true wisdom through short, engaging readings in the book of Proverbs.Written by Marty Machowski, this family devotional was created to help parents move beyond simple moral lessons and show children that real wisdom is found in Christ. Drawing from Proverbs, each devotion connects everyday choices and character formation to the good news of Jesus’s life, death, resurrection, and return, helping families see that children need more than rules—they need the transforming power of the gospel.Designed to fit real family life, Wise Up: Ten-Minute Family Devotions in Proverbs makes regular discipleship feel doable with compact sessions that include Bible reading, discussion questions, a fun activity, and a song. Its clear, repeatable format helps parents lead with confidence while keeping children engaged, and it also pairs naturally with the companion Sunday school curriculum for families or churches that want to reinforce the same truths in multiple settings.

Dragon Seed is a gripping, dual-layered story that helps teens understand spiritual warfare through both real-life struggles and a powerful biblical narrative.When Nick’s life begins to spiral—marked by anger, family tension, and a missing father—he is drawn into a mysterious family legacy through an old, handwritten book. As he reads, Nick encounters the story of another troubled young man from Scripture, creating a compelling parallel that reveals deeper truths about sin, pride, and the unseen battle for the heart.Blending contemporary fiction with biblical storytelling, Marty Machowski invites middle-schoolers and teens to explore the reality of spiritual warfare in a way that is both imaginative and grounded in truth. With a twelve-lesson Bible study included, the book moves beyond story into discipleship, helping readers identify the “shadows” in their own lives and turn toward Christ with humility and faith.