Perspectives on Children’s Spiritual Formation presents in counterpoint form the four major views on how faith is cultivated in children and their respective methods of Christian education with a goal of clarifying which one is most faithful to Scripture. A prominent representative within each category writes his or her corresponding main chapter, and all contributors respond to all presented viewpoints.
Views and methods detailed here include the Contemplative-Reflective Model (cultivating a quiet, worshipful spirit), Instructional-Analytical Model (involving child evangelism and Bible memorization), Pragmatic-Participatory Model (focusing on high-energy activities, often seen in megachurches), and the Media-Driving Active-Engagement Model (using a video-based curriculum with limited teacher training).
