Long Story Short
Ten-Minute Devotions to Draw Your Family to God
Format:Paperback
Publisher:New Growth Press
Published:28th Nov '25
Should be back in stock very soon
Long Story Short is a practical, Christ-centered family devotional that helps busy parents share the big story of the Bible with their children in just ten minutes a day.
Written by bestselling children’s author Marty Machowski, this engaging resource guides families through the Old Testament with clear teaching, helpful illustrations, and easy-to-follow discussion prompts. Rather than leaving parents to piece everything together on their own, Long Story Short shows how the events of the Old Testament fit into God’s plan of salvation and consistently points readers to the true hero of Scripture.
Designed for real family life, this devotional breaks the Bible into manageable, five-day-a-week readings that make regular family Bible study feel doable instead of overwhelming. It also serves as a companion to The Gospel Story Bible, reinforcing and expanding on its teaching to help children connect individual stories to the larger redemptive story of Scripture.
"Long Story Short is the best material for family devotions I've ever seen. If you're looking for something careful, creative, and Christ-centered without being corny, confusing, or condescending, look no further. Pastors would be wise to buy this book by the boxful and get a copy into the hands of each family in their church."
Justin Taylor, Blogger at The Gospel Coalition; managing editor of the ESV Study Bible
"This is simply an outstanding book, and Christian families need it right now. I have never seen a devotional book that is so well suited to family devotions and to children, even as it is faithful in relating biblical truth. This book will help any Christian parent lead family devotions that will be memorable, faithful, and practical for Christian living. I'll admit this too, parents will find that they love the stories, illustrations, and learning suggestions along with their children. Marty Machowski has written a wonderful book."
R. Albert Mohler Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
"I love the simplicity and practicality of Long Story Short. Marty Machowski gives parents a valuable resource to make disciples in our homes by highlighting the gospel story and the Hero of Scripture. I plan to strongly encourage the use of this book throughout our entire network of churches."
Scott Thomas, Pastor of Pastoral Development at The Journey Church
"In Long Story Short, Marty Machowski provides what my wife and I needed when we were struggling to find good tools to disciple our young children. We got by, but this resource would have helped us so much. I envy the parents who will have it available to them. It is simple, interactive, and faithful to Scripture. It avoids the pitfalls of moralism that is prevalent in much of the children's Bible literature today. Marty insists that you and your children meet Jesus and see the gospel of grace in every story. I can't recommend this resource enough."
Timothy S. Lane, Former Executive Director, Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation; coauthor of How People Change and Relationships: A Mess Worth Making
- Commended for Christian Book Award (Inspirational) 2012
ISBN: 9781935273813
Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 30mm
Weight: 771g
544 pages