The Biggest Story Family Devotional

Kevin DeYoung, ed. The Biggest Story Family Devotional (Wheaton: Crossway Books, 2024), 415 pp.

Family worship is heralded as an important aspect of the Christian family. Yet, children are sometimes left behind in a cloud of theological “dust,” as grown-ups wax eloquent and share their deep insight. The Biggest Story Family Devotional is the perfect cure for families looking for a blend of theology, life application, and gospel focused reality.

The Biggest Family Devotional introduces readers to an overview of the Bible which is broken down into seven parts, including:

Part 1: The Pentateuch (Genesis – Deuteronomy)

Part 2: History (Joshua – Esther)

Part 3: Poetry (Job – Song of Solomon)

Part 4: The Prophets (Isaiah – Malachi)

Part 5: The Gospels (Matthew – John)

Part 6: Acts and Epistles (Acts – Jude)

Part 7: Revelation

Each part includes a series of studies that include an overview of the biblical text, short readings, and questions designed for meaningful discussion. The end of every student includes a gospel connection that helps children understand how Jesus fits into the drama of Scripture, redeems his people of their sin, and will one day make all things new!

Also including in each study is a short video that can be accessed using a convenient QR code via cell phone. These videos are professionally produced and are sure to draw the attention of young and old readers alike. My wife showed one video to a group of 6-8-year-olds at church, who were totally captivated and engaged. These children were primed and ready to discuss the biblical passage with great eagerness.

The artwork by Don Clark is absolutely riveting. This gifted artist is being greatly used by God to warm the affections of children as they learn about God’s redemptive purposes.

Soli Deo gloria!

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