No, the Bible isn't a book of rules, or a book of heroes. They make some big mistakes (sometimes on purpose).  The Bible does have some heroes in it, but (as you'll soon find out) most of the people in the Bible aren't heroes at all. Other people think the Bible is a book of heroes, showing you people you should copy. But the Bible isn't mainly about you and what you should be doing. The Bible certainly does have some rules in it.  Now, some people think the bible is a book of rules, telling you what you should and shouldn't do. The way a dolphin swims.Īnd God put it into words, too, and wrote it in a book called 'the Bible.' He wrote his message everywhere! Because God created everything in his world to reflect him like a mirror- to show us what is is like, to help us know him, to make our hearts sing. God wrote, 'I love you'- he wrote it in the sky, and on the earth, and under the sea. :) Here's an excerpt from the beginning of the book. If I tag you in this note, it's because I think you are a good parent or you love kids. I mean, what kid wouldn't understand that? So this is just my little recommendation to you. The Pharisees are referred to as Extra-Super-Holy-People. 'Every story whispers his name,' the title truthfully claims. (Sorry to spoil the surprise for all of my friends out there awaiting gifts) I have read most of the book, and it's honest, clever, thoughtful, and definitely kid-friendly. And now, I have purposed to buy it for every child's birthday or baby shower that comes across my calendar. Through one of my favorite singer/songwriters, I have come across The Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd-Jones. I have never been impressed, really, preferring the real thing to the cheesy, cartoony pages of children's Bibles. As a teacher, I have seen dozens of children's Bibles.

The jesus storybook bible read aloud edition

The story picks up almost immediately with how Gild ended: Auren, along with the small chunk of Midas’s soldiers and the saddles, have been taken in by Commander Rip, general to King Ravinger’s army. Well folks, I can definitely say that Glint is a definite improvement from its predecessor for multiple reasons: the momentum of the story has really picked up from where you were last left off with the ending of book #1, the character development with Auren is finally happening, and there’s finally some hints to some actual romance and not some powdered over Stockholm syndrome-esque love that the character Auren believes is true…it’s something that is actually real-thank god…  Please note: There is explicit language and romance in this book, not suitable for those under the age of 18. Return to the seductive story of magic inspired by the myth of King Midas, and get caught up in the world of Orea. It’s an adult epic fantasy story blending romance, intrigue, and beautiful imagery. This is the captivating second book of The Plated Prisoner series.  The question is, can I out maneuver them? In the game of kings and armies, I’m the gilded pawn. I may be out of my cage, but I’m not free, not even close. When he turns those black eyes on me, I feel captive for an entirely different reason. But his eyes-his eyes are the most compelling of all. Rip has power sizzling beneath this skin and glinting spikes down his spine. The ones who nearly destroyed Orea, wiping out Seventh Kingdom in the process. Known for his brutality on the battlefield, his viciousness is unsurpassed. They’re marching to battle, and I’m the bargaining chip that will either douse the fire or spark a war.Īt the heart of my fear, my worry, there’s him-Commander Rip. Now I’m here, a prisoner of Fourth Kingdom’s army, and I’m not sure if I’m going to make it out of this in one piece.   ‘Sometimes,’ he murmurs, ‘things need first to be ruined in order to then be remade.’ “ – Raven Kennedy, “Glint” What It’s About:įor ten years, I’ve lived in a gilded cage inside King Midas’s golden castle. To see my Fancast/Dreamcast of the series – Click HERE Total Star Rating: 4 Stars To see my review of book #1 – Gild – Click HERE ***Warning!! This review contains spoilers for the previous book in the series, so continue reading at your own risk! You’ve officially been warned!!***

Lucky For Me by Frank Robson