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If the Tree Could Speak

The Story of the Cross That Saw It All – The Perfect Christian Gift for Lent and Easter
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Discover fresh hope as you see the miracle of redemption through a new set of eyes. In If the Tree Could Speak, New York Times bestselling author Tim Tebow invites you into the story of Jesus’ crucifixion, told from the perspective of the closest thing to... Read More
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Bestselling author Tim Tebow invites you into the story of Jesus’ crucifixion, told from the perspective of the closest thing to Jesus on that day---the wooden cross. This captivating poem portrays the journey of Jesus all the way to his crucifixion and resurrection. You’ll see His death and His humanity in a new light.

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Discover fresh hope as you see the miracle of redemption through a new set of eyes.

In If the Tree Could Speak, New York Times bestselling author Tim Tebow invites you into the story of Jesus’ crucifixion, told from the perspective of the closest thing to Jesus on that day—the wooden cross. This captivating poem portrays the journey of Jesus all the way to His crucifixion and resurrection. You’ll see His death and His humanity in a new light.

When a large tree is cut down, it hopes to be made into something the whole world would admire. But after being stripped and beaten down into two beams, the tree is aghast at its new shameful form—a cross used to execute only the worst of criminals.

Follow the cross to Golgotha and meet Jesus with fresh eyes as the cross discovers that it holds the King of kings, who has redeemed the tree’s shameful form to become a symbol of hope for all of humanity. Filled with striking illustrations from Rommel Ruiz, If the Tree Could Speak

  • Is a compelling narrative written in rhyme from the perspective of the cross, making the crucifixion story accessible for all readers and levels of faith.
  • Is a perfect gift for Lent and Easter, baptisms, or for someone curious about or new to the Christian faith.
  • Is a great choice for churches to read from the pulpit, in Sunday school classes, or in small groups.

Come to the cross and embrace the love and redemption that Jesus offers to everyone who believes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781400256396

Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 23 April 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Thomas Nelson Publishers

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Rommel Ruiz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 157.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 412g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Tim Tebow is a speaker, entrepreneur, college football analyst for ESPN and the SEC Network, and author of six New York Times bestsellers, including Shaken, This Is the Day, Look Again, and the children’s book series Bronco and Friends. Prior to his current endeavors, Tim was an NFL quarterback, a two-time NCAAF national champion, a Heisman Trophy winner, and a College Football Hall of Fame inductee. He’s also the founder of the Tim Tebow Foundation, dedicated to bringing Faith, Hope and Love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. Since 2010, the foundation has served some of the world’s Most Vulnerable People—the real MVPs—across more than one hundred countries through ministry focuses in Anti-Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation, Orphan Care and Prevention, Profound Medical Needs, and Special Needs. Tim is married to Demi-Leigh Tebow—speaker, author, entrepreneur, and former Miss Universe 2017. They live in Jacksonville, Florida, with their daughter, Daphne, and their dogs Chunk and Kobe. Rommel Ruiz is a Dominican American art director, illustrator, and designer. His diverse body of work includes brand systems, children's books, films, and animated series. He has collaborated with clients such as Cartoon Network, Imaginary Forces, Crossway, Amazon, HarperCollins, and the BibleProject. Rommel lives in the lush Pacific Northwest with his wife, Anny, and their two daughters, Bel and Lyz.

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