Truth Pillars

What's the album all about?

Back in 2016, a group of third through fifth graders were in KidsMin and the teacher asked a question. Does every person go to heaven no matter what? More than half of the room all in unison said yes. In that moment, we realized we had to talk through what the Bible teaches about salvation, that belief in Jesus is the only way that someone goes to heaven. We had a lack of common language. We teach Bible stories, but there aren’t common phrases and language tying those different Bible stories together teaching kids the core truths of Christianity.

In 2017, through a partnership with another church, through talk with the Kids Ministry leadership team and Kids Ministry staff, we came up with the Truth Pillars. Our hope is that through the repetition of hearing these truths at church and at home, our kids will hear these phrases multiple times throughout the year, year after year, over and over and over again. Our desire is that this partnership between church and home will solidify in the heads and hearts of our kids these 12 truths and their accompanying scripture.

For every Truth Pillar, there's a song to support it. The chorus contains the words of the Truth Pillar and the ‘verses’ have Bible verses which support that main idea.

Truth Pillar 1: The Bible is clear to say…Jesus is the only way
I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father but through me. John 14:6  
Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Acts 2:21

Let us know if you have any questions and share your stories of how God is using these truths in your home. We’re excited to see all that God does here in our church to solidy Truth in our kids’ hearts!

Listen to the album below

Click here to download the full album.
Click here to download an album of just the choruses. This is perfect for toddlers!

BIBLES

Jesus Storybook Bible•Sally Lloyd-Jones•Ages 5-12
The Jesus Storybook Bible invites children to discover for themselves the one who is at the center of God’s great rescue story — and at the center of their story, too.

The Biggest Story•Kevin DeYoung•Ages 4-10
Overarching story from Genesis to Revelation. There is a digital version of the book read using same illustrations.

The Big Picture Story Bible•David R. Helm•Ages 2-6
Overarching story from Genesis to Revelation. Very good for younger kids.

My First Bible•Kenneth Taylor•Ages 1-4
Good early Bible story book. Asks a relatable question after each short story. Each story is 2-3 sentences with a picture. Great for toddlers.

The Beginners Bible•Zondervan•Ages 3-6
Lots of Bible stories. Good for preschool years.

The Action Bible•Sergio Cariello•Ages 6-12
Bible stories told in the style of a graphic novel.

The Illustrated ICB Bible - New Testament•Neely Publishing•Ages 8-12
Comic strip style, complete Bible text.

Learn-to-Read Bible•Rocket Readers•Ages 5-7
Simple text for early readers. Out of print, but available at a reasonable price through used book stores.

Lift the Flap Bible•Sally Lloyd-Jones•Ages 1-3
Simple stories with peek-a-boo flaps that increase interest.

ESV Seek and Find Bible•Crossway•Ages 6-8
Combines the complete ESV Bible text with 130 vibrant illustrations of major Bible stories.

International Readers Version•Zondervan•3rd grade reading level
Used in K-5th grade Kids Ministry classrooms. The NIrV is written at a third grade reading level and based on the world's most-read and trusted modern English translation, the New International Version. The Adventure Bible and The Seek and Explore Holy Bible are two options that provide illustrations and kid-friendly resources throughout the text.

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RESOURCE  WEBSITES

These websites provide resources on parenting and discipling kids in a Christ-centered home. Many have blogs to subscribe to. We highly recommend subscribing!

Ages & Stages, Lifeway
As kids grow, their understanding of foundational truths grows with them. Levels of Biblical Learning covers 10 biblical concept areas—God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Bible, Salvation, Creation, Church, People, Family, Community & World—that children and students can learn as they study God’s Word. The concept areas are presented through eight different age ranges, from infancy through high school, and reflect levels of understanding that follow how God designed children to learn. (Download the pdf)

HomeWord
At HomeWord, we believe in STRONG MARRIAGES, CONFIDENT PARENTS, EMPOWERED KIDS and HEALTHY LEADERS. We exist to strengthen and equip parents, couples, families and leaders.

Heart Focused Parenting
Do you ever get overwhelmed with all that it means to be a parent these days? Always playing catch up with the urgent making it hard to deal with the important?
Change things in your family with some coaching, or subscribe/dig into the blog and download free resources.  You'll find encouragement to be intentional, relational and heart focused in all areas of family life.

National Center for Biblical Parenting
Heart-Based Parenting Solutions for your family. Sign up for their parenting email and explore their resources.

Parent Cue
A team of family experts and everyday parents working together to help you make every moment count as you launch your kids on their next big adventure. While this is a faith-based website and organization, KidsMin does not necessarily endorse all content. However, the site and app do provide helpful tips and advice for parenting.

Defend Young Minds
Kids can learn to reject pornography. We call it "digital self-defense." Let our best-selling books, curriculum, guides and newsletter help you raise empowered, resilient, screen-smart kids.

Screenagers
Subscribe to the Tech Talk Tuesday email. For nearly five years Delaney has written weekly on topics related to the impact of screen time on today’s youth and how we can help kids, and ourselves, achieve a more balanced life.

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BOOKS

Theology

The Ology•Marty Machowski•Ages 6-preteen
A stunningly illustrated beginner's theology book to help kids of all ages understand who God is and how we, as his children, relate to him. The Ology is a starting point to learning theology and aims to create a hunger and desire in children to learn more as they grow older. This flexible resource includes built-in adaptations so the entire families can enjoy it together.

Leading Little Ones to God•Marian M. Schoolland•4-8
This classic volume uses simple, conversational language to discuss such matters as the nature of God, sin, salvation, the Christian life, the church, prayer and the Second Coming. The book contains eighty-six sections, each followed by discussion questions, a suggested reading, a hymn, and a prayer.

Growing with Jesus•Andy Holmes•6-10
Devotional. Designed to promote spiritual growth, this collection of 100 devotional readings is comprised of Bible verses, thoughts to grow on, and amazing facts about the world.

What the Bible is All About Handbook for Kids •Francis Blankenbaker•4-12
The ultimate guide to God's Word for your children. Inside you'll find maps, charts, timelines, and illustrations that will help you track down the richest treasure of all: God's plan to save the world! 

The Garden, the Curtain, and the Cross •Carl Laferton•4-8
This beautiful hardback Bible storybook takes children on a journey from the Garden of Eden to God’s perfect new creation. It is a gospel presentation that focuses on the significance of the temple curtain. God said “because of your sin you can’t come in”, but the moment the curtain tore in two, everything changed.

Wow! The Gospel in Four Words •Dandi Daley Mackall•2-6
Wow! tells the Good News using four words: Wow! Uh-Oh. Yes! and Ahh. Bright, joyful illustrations and fun-to-read rhymes walk kids through God’s whole story―and show kids that God’s story is really their story.

MEDIA

PODCASTS

Family Discipleship Podcast
A podcast of imperfect parents having conversations about the critically important and mostly ordinary work of leading at home, hosted by Adam Griffin, Chelsea Griffin, and Cassie Bryant.

Raising Boys and Girls
In each episode of this podcast, Sissy Goff and David Thomas share some of what they’re learning in the work they do with kids and families on a daily basis at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Their goal is to help you care for the kids in your life with a little more understanding, a little more practical help, and a whole lot of hope. 

God's Big Story
God's Big Story is a podcast for kids! On each episode, we'll teach the Bible, sing the Bible, and talk about what it means with some friends.

APPS

Bible App for Kids
Through interactive adventures and beautiful animations, kids explore the big stories of the Bible. The Bible App for Kids is a delight-filled experience designed to encourage kids to return again and again. It’s the beginning of a lifelong love of God’s Word.

Kids Bible Experience
Helping your kids find a daily connection to God that is all their own. Part of the YouVersion Bible app.

Parent Cue
Raise kids with faith and character. While this is a faith-based website and organization, KidsMin does not necessarily endorse all content. 

Bible.Is
Dramatized Scripture. Hear, see, and share the Word of God like never before.

New City Catechism
While the Q&As are geared for elementary and up, there are songs for each question and answer that you can listen to and your younger kids will enjoy!

Keys for Kids
Do you want to know more about God and how much He loves you? Do you need to know that Jesus is with you when you go through tough times? Keys for Kids helps you discover the truth of what God says through daily devotional stories, on-demand audio shows, and music.

AUDIO DRAMA

Adventures in Odyssey
An award-winning audio drama series created for ages 8-12 and enjoyed by the whole family.  Episodes often start with the grandfatherly Mr. Whittaker (“Whit”), who runs an ice cream shop called Whit’s End.  They last an average of twenty-five minutes and bring biblical principles to life, through a balance of fun, faith and imagination.

Jungle Jams and Friends, The Radio Show
Jungle Jam and Friends: The Radio Show!, or simply Jungle Jam, is a children's radio show with Christian themes and humor. Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and other streaming sites. CDs available in the High Point Church library.

MUSIC

The Greatest Story Ever Told
The story of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation.

Truth Pillars
12 biblical and theological truths that all kids should know. Each has accompanying scripture and is set to music.

The Ology
This album is a musical companion to The Ology: Ancient Truths Ever New, a storybook theology by Marty Machowski

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OTHER

Articles

How to lead your child to Christ
Use the ABCs, Admit, Believe, and Choose to walk through the prayer of salvation with your kids.

7 Ways to Encourage Today's Parents
A recap of the 7 ways shared in winter 2024.

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