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paperback, 9 chapters, 124 pages
The story of Athanasius is one of the most dramatic in Christian history. But how do you teach it to your kids?
In the fourth century, a popular preacher named Arius started teaching that Jesus was not truly God — just the greatest being God ever created. His ideas spread like wildfire. Emperors embraced them. Bishops caved under pressure. At one point, it looked like the entire Christian world was about to redefine who Jesus is.
But one man refused to go along. Athanasius of Alexandria — short, stubborn, and relentless — spent his life defending the biblical truth that Jesus is fully God. He was exiled five times, hunted by soldiers, and abandoned by nearly every ally he had. And he never backed down. Not once.
Who Was Athanasius? brings this incredible story to life for today's young readers. Written in a warm, conversational style that respects kids' intelligence without overwhelming them, this guide follows Athanasius from boyhood to legacy with:
A gripping, chronological narrative — from the streets of ancient Alexandria to the Council of Nicaea to six years hiding in the Egyptian desert — that reads like an adventure story because it is one
Honest engagement with big ideas — explaining the Arian controversy, the meaning of the Nicene Creed, and why the deity of Christ matters in ways that are theologically rich and age-appropriate
Real-life application — helping kids see how Athanasius's courage, conviction, and faithfulness speak to their own moments of standing alone, trusting Scripture, and holding on when it's hard
Whether your child is learning to defend what they believe, wrestling with why theology matters, or ready to meet one of the most courageous figures the church has ever known, Who Was Athanasius? will show them that the truth about Jesus was — and still is — worth everything.
Ideal for ages 10–14. Perfect for family reading, church classes, or independent study.
paperback, 9 chapters, 124 pages
The story of Athanasius is one of the most dramatic in Christian history. But how do you teach it to your kids?
In the fourth century, a popular preacher named Arius started teaching that Jesus was not truly God — just the greatest being God ever created. His ideas spread like wildfire. Emperors embraced them. Bishops caved under pressure. At one point, it looked like the entire Christian world was about to redefine who Jesus is.
But one man refused to go along. Athanasius of Alexandria — short, stubborn, and relentless — spent his life defending the biblical truth that Jesus is fully God. He was exiled five times, hunted by soldiers, and abandoned by nearly every ally he had. And he never backed down. Not once.
Who Was Athanasius? brings this incredible story to life for today's young readers. Written in a warm, conversational style that respects kids' intelligence without overwhelming them, this guide follows Athanasius from boyhood to legacy with:
A gripping, chronological narrative — from the streets of ancient Alexandria to the Council of Nicaea to six years hiding in the Egyptian desert — that reads like an adventure story because it is one
Honest engagement with big ideas — explaining the Arian controversy, the meaning of the Nicene Creed, and why the deity of Christ matters in ways that are theologically rich and age-appropriate
Real-life application — helping kids see how Athanasius's courage, conviction, and faithfulness speak to their own moments of standing alone, trusting Scripture, and holding on when it's hard
Whether your child is learning to defend what they believe, wrestling with why theology matters, or ready to meet one of the most courageous figures the church has ever known, Who Was Athanasius? will show them that the truth about Jesus was — and still is — worth everything.
Ideal for ages 10–14. Perfect for family reading, church classes, or independent study.
