Little Visits With God

by Allan Hart Jahsmann, Martin P. Simon, Hal Lund (Illustrator)

Little Visits with God nurtures the faith of children and sows seeds that enrich lives for years to come. With this best-selling collection, you can encourage your child to learn about God and develop love and trust in Him. Designed for children ages 7-10.

Genres: Childrens, Christian, Devotional, Religion, Parenting, Family, Nonfiction

304 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1957

Reviews

[Quirkyreader · Rating 5 out of 5]

I decided to revisit one of the devotionals I had as a child.

Even though the writing is a bit dated, circa 1957, and geared towards children, the lessons in this book still stand firm.

I am glad that my mum kept this book. It gives me a chance to remember the times we read together when I was a child.

[Kelley Baron]

My grandmother, who died before I was born left this book to me as her first grandchild. I remember being so proud to have this book and reading it often as a child.

I recently came across it as an adult and had a look through. It’s pretty gross. All the stories are about the “deserving” poor and there is one story where a little girl goes to the store with her dad to choose a doll. The story feels like grooming to me. It ends with the little girl accepting that she shouldn’t ever question her father cuz he always knows best. I’m sure it’s meant to be a sort of analogy to God’s love but it was creepy to me.

Given the years of self hate that I have overcome because of the religious values my parents instilled in me, that were unrealistic and inflexible - I now see this gift from my grandmother as a glimpse into the misogyny of the church and the importance for women and girls to be critical thinkers.

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read a much older version of this book and it was still good. I think that the lessons read can open a good dialogue between parent and child. I would recommend this book to others.

[Amie Barnett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kids rated this between 3 and 4 stars.

[Rhoda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read to us throughout our childhood by my mommy!!!! Fond, fond memories <3

[Becky · Rating 4 out of 5]

This family devotion contains over 200 short stories about children making choices or mistakes that are then related to a gospel message. A Bible truth, Bible passage, verse, discussion questions and prayer are included for each day. It was first published in 1957, and it shows. In one story, a homeless person is called a “bum,” in another, a child who can’t walk is called “crippled.” A dollar is a generous birthday gift, and adoptive parents are said to love their child even more after signing papers that legally make him their son. Though the language dates the writing, the Bible messages and content of the stories are timeless. In these pages, children shout “ This is mine, and you can’t have it,” wonder why they don’t see God in church, and struggle to obey their parents. I think it’s worth “translating” into modern-day language when needed in order to talk about these stories with your kids. It could be a helpful way to talk with your children as they are being challenged to live out their growing faith.

[Trace · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is a theory that is popular amongst homeschoolers who follow Charlotte Mason's principles - that the longer you take to read a book, the more of an emotional connection you will have with it. Normally, I think this would apply to fiction books that have a set of characters that you come to "know" - but we found that this theory worked even with this devotional book! My son and I have spent the last 18 + months working through this devotional and we were very saddened to come to the end.

It is our very favorite devotional so far with lovely little stories, suggested bible readings for older children and corresponding questions.

I am grateful to have found a sequel to this book titled More Little Visits with God, which we'll start later this year, after finish another devotional-type book that I have in mind.

[Vicki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for parents to read with children. Each story is only a couple pages, with questions that prompt you to think about the lesson in the story. A really good way to open up family discussions on biblical principles.Timeless & Highly recommended!

[Annette · Rating 5 out of 5]

These have been our choice for family devotions. A Bible verse, a real world(-ish) application that the kids can relate to, and four or five questions that follow.

[Shanon · Rating 5 out of 5]

We keep this book on the dining room table and read from it regularly. I enjoy the short, simple stories and that they incorporate a bible verse, questions, and a prayer with each.

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

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