"For nearly 500 years, this simple explanation of Christianity has been used around the world and translated into hundreds of languages. It has remained popular because it summarizes the Bible's key teachings so simply, clearly, and memorably. Read it for yourself, and then pass along copies to others. God has good news for you."--Back cover.

A milestone in every Lutherans life is learning the faith essentials as explained in Luther's Small Catechism. Beyond simply reciting a summary of what the Bible teaches, though, the catechism helps us understand and live out our faith at home, at school, and in the community. My First Catechism is a first-step resource to help parents teach the faith to their children. Organized in the same way as the Small Catechism, it explains the main point of...