Description

A true tale of adventure, the story of John Knox inspires kids to have courage because of Christ. 

Kids will follow John Knox’s exciting life through the twists and turns of persecution, enslavement, exile, and a crucial role in the Reformation. 

Vivid illustrations bring the cannons, castles, and other features of John Knox’s story to life. Renowned theologian Sinclair Ferguson’s engaging storytelling conveys a clear call to trust in Jesus. 

This book is part of the Do Great Things for God series, designed to show kids how God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Download free extras such as worksheets to help children interact with the true story and think of ways in which they can also follow God and encourage his people today.

This series can be read to young children or enjoyed independently by early readers. The free extras make these stories useful for homeschool, Sunday school, missions events, and more.

About the Author

Dr. Sinclair B. Ferguson is a Ligonier teaching fellow and has been Chancellor's Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary since 2017, commuting from Scotland, where he is an assistant minister at StSt. Peter's Free Church of Scotland, Dundee.

About the Illustrator

Cecilia Messina was born and raised in Sicily, Italy. As a child, she loved drawing her favorite characters from comic books, illustrated books, and animation movies. She studied Animation and Visual FX in Florence and she currently works full-time as a freelance illustrator specializing in children's books.

Reviews

“For years, I lived in Edinburgh, just steps from the historic John Knox House and St. Giles’ Cathedral. Yet, there was so much about his life I never knew. Sinclair Ferguson’s new children’s book on John Knox reveals fascinating details about his early years, offering an engaging glimpse into the man behind the Scottish Reformation.”

- Melissa Kruger, Vice President of Discipleship Programming, The Gospel Coalition; Author, Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know and Growing Together

“I will definitely be reading this book to my children about an influential Scottish minister called Knox by an influential Scottish minister called Ferguson. A great read on one of the heroes of our Reformed faith!”

- Jonny Gibson, Associate Professor of Old Testament, Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia; Author of The Moon is Always Round

“This is not just a great little introduction to a hero of the faith. It is a wonderful encouragement for children, showing that the Lord really is sufficient for every situation, that he is faithful, and that he does, in truth, use all things for the good of those who love him.”

- Michael Reeves, President of Union School of Theology