Ready to Return by Ken Ham (Book Review!)

Ready to Return:

Bringing back the Church’s Lost Generation

By Ken Ham with Jeff Kinley

(I received this book for review purposes.)

Genre- Religion / Christian Education / Christian Life / General

Published by- Master Books

Copyrighted- 2015

Number of pages- 208

Age Group- Adult

Description of Book- paperback, ISBN 978-0-89051-836-6, $13.99

Ready to Return is filled with information on why people are leaving the church and how to bring them back.

Current culture has captivated many of these young people and they have left the church and the beliefs they grew up with.  The blame cannot all be placed on them though, parents and the church have not taught them apologetics, and they too have fallen victim to secular beliefs.

This book has statistics and a clear strategy on what to do to help them.

My thoughts-

I thought this book was interesting and well written.  When I think about the number of people in their twenties at my local church, it isn’t a very large number.  I see more of them returning after they are married and have children.

I know that there were people in different denominations contact for the survey done by America’s Research Group, but I didn’t think there was a fair representation.  They didn’t include the Mormons, Seventh Day Adventists, or Jews.  The statistics would have been different if they included those groups.

The chapter I thought was most interesting was chapter 6, “Owning Up- Embracing a Faith of Your Own.”  I thought it was important, because people do need to embrace their own faith.  As a parent, I am making sure that my children will be prepared to defend their faith.  Parents need to take a more active role in their children’s faith, especially those who have children in the public school system.  Those children have a lot more to deal with than those who are homeschooled.  I liked the list of questions on pages 97 and 98 that help foster ownership.

The rest of the book is informational too.  I recommend it to all parents, church leaders, and those who work with those in their twenties.   

Disclosure of Material Connection- I received Ready to Return, by Ken Ham with Jeff Kinley, for free through Cross Focused Reviews.  I was not required to write a positive review.  The opinions I have expressed are my own.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.  All links were current when posted.

A is for Adam: the Gospel from Genesis by Ken & Mally Ham and illustrated by Jeff Allbrecht

Genre- Religion/Christian Education/Children & Youth, Religion/History

Published by- Master Books, A Division of New Leaf Publishing Group

Copyrighted- 2011

Number of pages- 77

Age Group- Young Children

Description of book- Casebound, list price $16.99, ISBN: 978-0-89051-625-6

With 26 different lessons, fun illustrations, rhymes, short discussions, and questions; this is a perfect book from Sunday School to home devotions.

Children will learn biblical history with Creation and the New Heaven and New Earth.

Downloadable Coloring Pages. 

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 About the Author-

Ken Ham is CEO/president of Answers in Genesis. He uses apologetics to communicate biblical truth and historical facts.

Reviews by Daddy, B and C coming soon!

My Thoughts-

I really enjoyed doing these devotions with my husband and children.  We would begin by reading the rhyme, then continue with the starting point, “Let’s Talk!” and “Always Remember”, “Stuff to Do”, and “Quick Review.”  It took us about fifteen minutes each time and the kids couldn’t wait until the next time.

One thing I thought that was strange was the way Adam was drawn.  He chest wasn’t anatomically correct.  I did have a fun time looking at  the rest of the illustrations.

I didn’t think it was necessary to continuously state that we are not animals.  I think the kids realized that in a couple of lessons.

I would recommend A is for Adam for families with young children. 

Disclosure- I received A is for Adam by Ken & Mally Ham for free from Master Books. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I’m disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Answers Book for Teens Volume 1 by Ken Ham, Bodie Hodge, Dr. Tommy Mitchell

Genre- Religion/Religion & Science, Topical/Teen

Authors- Ken Ham, and Bodie Hodge, Dr. Tommy Mitchell

Published by- Master Books, A Division of New Leaf Publishing Group

Copyrighted- 2011

Number of pages- 96

Age Group- 13-17

Description of book- paperback, list price $14.99, ISBN: 978-0-89051-622-5

Are you looking for answers to questions about God, then look at this book that answers 15 commonly asked questions.

Topics include:

• How do we know the Bible is true?
• Who is more believable- creationists or evolutionists?
• Why should we listen to God about sex?

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About the Authors-

Dr. Tommy Mitchell has degrees in biology and biochemistry and is a speaker and writer for Answers in Genesis.  He enjoys sharing the creation/gospel message with teens.

Ken Ham is CEO/president of Answers in Genesis. He uses apologetics to communicate biblical truth and historical facts.

Bodie Hodge is a speaker, writer and researcher for Answers in Genesis USA.

My Thoughts-

When I received this book I was disappointed when I saw so many illustrations and just a little bit of text.  I was very surprised and pleased when I started reading the questions and answers.

Each question was one that many teens have and the answers were very complete and thought provoking.  My favorite question was the last one.  “Why would God ever want to save someone as messed up as me?”  It is also the most important question.  Many people young and old think that they are unable to come to God.  They don’t realize that that is when God wants us the most.

I highly recommend this book.

Disclosure- I received Answers Book for Teens for free from Master Books.  The opinions I have expressed are my own.  I’m disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.