We all know that growing up means learning new things, gaining wisdom, and taking on responsibilities. But what if true spiritual growth means unlearning some of the rigid, complicated ways we’ve been taught to approach faith? That’s the heart of “Kingdomgarten Kids: Becoming “As” a Little Child” by Bob McClain. This book challenges the idea that maturity in faith is about knowing more and doing more—it’s about rediscovering the simple, trusting, and joyful spirit of a child. Through personal stories, humor, and a fresh perspective on scripture, McClain reminds us that sometimes the best way to grow is to return to the basics.
“It’s not normal for children to sit in a corner all day with their lips poked out and a sour look on their face. However, this is exactly how many people in the church behave today. When they were small children they were abused by people who were abused by people who were abused by people who…and the list goes on and on all the way back to Adam and Eve, but it doesn’t have to continue, because the joy of the Lord has come.”
– an excerpt from the book
McClain dives deep into the way many Christians have unknowingly complicated their faith. He points out that Jesus didn’t call people to be scholars or theologians—he called them to be like children. And yet, as we grow older, we tend to lose the wonder and simplicity that makes faith so powerful. Instead, we get caught up in religious traditions, rigid structures, and endless debates that pull us further from the joy and freedom of simply trusting God.
One of the biggest lessons in “Kingdomgarten Kids” is that humility is not about thinking less of yourself; it’s about remembering that faith is not something you master. McClain uses real-life examples to show how children naturally embrace trust, love, and joy without overanalyzing everything. He argues that adults tend to approach faith like a rulebook, dissecting every detail, while children approach it like an adventure—one where they trust the guide and enjoy the journey. This shift in perspective makes you stop and think: Have we made faith harder than it was ever meant to be?
Another key takeaway is how deeply joy is connected to a childlike faith. McClain reminds us that kids don’t sit around worrying about how they look when they laugh, dance, or play. They live fully in the moment, finding joy in the simplest things. The book challenges us to do the same—to stop treating faith like a set of chores and rediscover the wonder and excitement of walking with God. It’s about shifting from a mindset of obligation to one of delight, where spending time in God’s presence wants to come home rather than checking a box.
And then there’s the lesson of letting go. Adults are great at holding grudges, but kids forgive quickly and move on. “Kingdomgarten Kids” challenges readers to release the burdens they’ve been carrying—the bitterness, the need to be right, the pressure to have all the answers—and instead embrace the lightness of trusting that God’s love is enough. McClain’s words are a gentle push to stop overcomplicating everything and believe, just love, just live.
Bob McClain writes with the kind of warmth and humor that makes you feel like you’re talking to an old friend. His down-to-earth style makes deep spiritual truths feel refreshingly simple. Instead of long-winded theology, he offers relatable stories and honest reflections that make you rethink your approach to faith. His passion is clear: helping people strip away the unnecessary weight they’ve placed on their spiritual lives and return to the kind of faith that feels like freedom.
If you’ve ever felt like faith has become too complicated, too heavy, or too much like a list of rules, “Kingdomgarten Kids” is the book for you. It’s a reminder that growing in faith isn’t about adding more—it’s about becoming “as” a little child, learning to trust, love, and laugh again.
“Kingdomgarten Kids: Becoming “As” a Little Child” by Bob McClain is now available for purchase via the Kravitz and Sons Bookstore.
Kingdomgarten Kids: Becoming “As” a Little Child
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