Who is God? What is He like? How should I act toward God? Theanswers to these questions are of utmost importance in the life of faith forchildren and adults alike. The modern Church has often overlooked thesignificance of presenting children with the great and glorious view of Godthat He has revealed in His Word. We tend to give children a watered downtheology of God —one that characterizes Him as soft and cuddly and nice. But our children do not need another teddy bear. Although they may not yet have the vocabulary to express it, children possess hungry, desperate souls that are sinking in sin and longing for happiness. A simplistic, warm and fuzzy image of God will not satisfy their soul-hunger. The ABC's of God was written to present children with the bountiful feast of all that God is in His greatness, His worth, and His Word. There is no way that we can make God too great or too worthy for children. He will always be infinitely greater and worthier than we can ever communicate. Toward this end, this curriculum uses the framework of the alphabet to teach children the attributes and character of God. Although not strictly systematic, The ABC's of God presents God in His fullness as He has revealed Himself throughout redemptive history, with special attention to the revelation of Christ. Understanding and embracing an infinitely glorious God may seem like a lofty goal for young children. It is! But we must faithfully direct children to the feast of God's greatness and worth. God Himself, through His Holy Spirit, will move in their hearts so they will "taste and see that the LORD is good!"

Perhaps you are wondering, “Why a study for children on the names of God? Isn’t it enough for children to know a few terms such as God, Good Shepherd, Jesus, Messiah, and Savior? Do they really need to know all these names which many adults don’t ever know? While it is true that children do not NEED to know all these names, a study of God' names is spiritually PROFITABLE because a study of the names of God is a study of the character of God. As children see who God really is, the irresistible goodness and greatness of His character will draw them to Him. How can you help but admire a Go such as Elohim who created the whole universe from within Himself? How can you help but stand in awe of Jehovah, who exists without need of anyone or anything? How can you not be attracted to Jehovah-Jireh who anticipates your every need? How can you not be comforted by El Roi who sees every situation you face in life or by Jehovah-Shamma who is “there” for you at all times. How can you not love Jehovah-Rohi who watches over you with a Shepherd’s love for His sheep? As the scripture says:
Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you. Psalm 9:10