Systematic theology for kids?
An interview with Marty Machowski, Author of The Ology Theology is brought to life for young people in the new book The Ology (New Growth Press) , penned by celebrated children’s author Marty Machowski, with stunning illustrations by Andy McGuire. The Ology is the first of its kind — a systematic theology book designed specifically for young people between the ages of 6 and 12. One might think the topic is too complicated for young minds, but Machowski disagrees. Q: For many adults, the thought of picking up a book on systematic theology can be overwhelming. Why write a book of systematic theology for children? Systematic theology sounds deeper and more complicated than it really is. Theology is just the study of God and kids are learning about God all the time. Systematic is simply study in a logical, organized way. So in systematic theology we teach kids about God, one step at a time. We start out at the beginning with God, who created the world, and end wit...