As you write out your packing list for summer vacation, don’t forget to include a few books to enjoy on the porch, poolside, or even in the car! Here’s what we would recommend this summer and why.
What to expect: You can pick and choose which of these 30 devotions to read depending on the type of vacation you are on (for example, city break or beach.) There are optional family activities and questions linked to each devotion giving other family members an opportunity to reflect alongside you if you’d like.
Why it’s great for summer vacation: This devotional is specifically written for summer vacation to help you get refreshed spiritually, not just physically or emotionally.
What to expect: This book helps us to see how as Christians we can stop and be refreshed by having faith to hit pause and experience the rich rewards of God-given rest.
Why it’s great for summer vacation: You’ll think more deeply about what your time away means and why it’s important.
What to expect: Our coloring and activity books reinforce the kid’s books they are based on, helping children to dwell on the Bible and the truth while having fun.
Why it’s great for summer vacation: These are great for long car rides, plane rides, and for rainy days away.
Coloring and activity book based around the New Testament Bible stories Seek and Find book.
What to expect: In this fascinating book, Glen Scrivener takes readers on a journey to discover how the teachings of Jesus not only turned the ancient world upside down, but continue to underpin the way we think of life, worth, and meaning.
Why it’s great for summer vacation: This is the kind of book you can get lost in as you’ll learn a ton and will walk away wanting to share about what you’ve just read.
Discover the Christian roots of the values we prize in western society.
What to expect: Full of down-to-earth anecdotes and practical advice, this warm and accessible book is designed to help make biblical meditation part of your everyday life.
Why it’s great for summer vacation: Your time away is a great time to practice dwelling on God’s Word and to get ready to get into a Bible-reading routine when you return.
What to expect: This search-and-find activity book will help kids get to know the Bible in a fun and engaging way. Think “Where’s Waldo?” but as a fun way for kids to learn about the Bible.
Why it’s great for summer vacation: Keep kids engaged with the Bible on long drives, plane rides, or on rainy days away.
This search-and-find activity book will help kids get to know the Bible in a fun and engaging way.
What to expect: Learn from the story of Joseph how to forgive, find peace, and move forward, even when it’s hard.
Why it’s great for summer vacation: Although forgiveness is a hard topic, this book offers a lot of biblical hope and encouragement. You’ll find you used your vacation well by renewing your mind regarding forgiveness and relationships.
Learn from the story of Joseph how to forgive, find peace, and move forward, even when it’s hard.
What to expect: Prepare to have your mind blown in the best way through this book on God’s greatness that helps you to trust him, grow in faith and live confidently.
Why it’s great for summer vacation: This book will give you plenty to ponder and praise God for as you take time away to reflect. Plus, you’ll have a lot of fun tidbits and concepts to share with anyone you’re spending vacation time with!
A book on God’s greatness that helps you to trust him, grow in faith and live confidently.
Bethany McIlrath loves to get lost in a book and to help others discover their next read in her marketing role at The Good Book Company. When she's not reading stories, she's usually writing them or dreaming about them as she comes up with real-life creative adventures for friends, her husband, and a doorbell-like dog named Indy. Serving in children's ministry is also one of her greatest joys.
