Daddy, How Much Do You Love Me?

Daddy, How Much Do You Love Me? tells the tender story of a father and his son and points children to the even greater love of their heavenly Father.  

A dad and his son journey through familiar places, making memories as they read, wrestle, dance, and explore the deepest oceans, tallest mountains, and brightest stars. Along the way, the boy asks, “Daddy, how much do you love me?” and discovers that while his dad’s love is big, God’s love is even bigger, farther, deeper, and higher than he could ever imagine. 

Written by Matt Markins, president of Awana, this beautifully illustrated picture book celebrates the joy of fatherhood and inspires dads to create intentional, joy-filled moments with their kids. Children will love its gentle reminder of the everyday adventures and rhythms of life that show just how deeply they are loved—by their dads and by God. 

• Written for children ages 4-7 with colorful and captivating illustrations by Daniela Sosa.   
• Encourages kids to ask questions and have meaningful conversations with their parents. 
• Includes a parent page guiding dads in learning to love like God the Father by being present, patient, and pursuing their children. 

Matt Markins serves as the President and CEO of Awana, a global leader in child discipleship. As a leading researcher in child discipleship and children’s ministry, Matt has commissioned fourteen research projects since 2013, including a study conducted by Barna Group called, Children’s Ministry in a New Reality. He’s a board member at large for the National Association of Evangelicals and is the coauthor of six books, most notably Forming Faith: Discipling the Next Generation in a Post-Christian Culture , and his newest release, Daddy How Much Do You Love Me? He’s also the co-founder of the Child Discipleship Forum and D6 Conference. Matt and his wife Katie have been involved in children’s ministry for more than twenty-five years and live in Nashville. They have two adult sons and a daughter-in-law.