Do Great Things for God - John Knox: The Boy Who Changed a Country

Book 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.

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 St. Peter's Free Church of Scotland, Dundee.

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.

Endorsements

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. Perfect for young readers, the Do Great Things for God series is an excellent introduction to church history while providing faithful encouragement for both children and adults.
— Melissa B. Kruger, Vice President of Discipleship Programming, The Gospel Coalition; Author, Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know and Growing Together

Additional Information

Cover: Hardcover
Number of Pages: 32
Publisher: The Good Book Company
Publication Date: 2025