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What is God Like?

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What is God Like? by Rachel Held Evans and Matthew Paul Turner is a beautifully illustrated children's book that invites young readers to explore and understand the nature of God through relatable and heartfelt imagery. It combines lyrical storytelling with vibrant illustrations to help children and their caregivers reflect on the diverse and expansive ways God is understood and experienced in the world. Perfect for sparking thoughtful discussions and nurturing spiritual curiosity in young minds.
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You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a beautifully illustrated children's book that explores big questions about faith and spirituality in a gentle and accessible way. It invites young readers to explore diverse depictions of the divine, fostering curiosity and imagination in understanding the concept of God.

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. The late, beloved Rachel Held Evans answers many children's first questions about God in this gorgeous picture book, fully realized by her friend Matthew Paul Turner, the bestselling author of When God Made You.

Children who are introduced to God, through attending church or having loved ones who speak about God, often have a lot of questions, including this ever-popular one—What is God like? The late Rachel Held Evans loved the Bible and loved showing God's love through the words and pictures found in that ancient text.

Through these pictures from the Bible, children see that God is like a shepherd, God is like a star, God is like a gardener, God is like the wind, and more. God is a comforter and support.

And whenever a child is unsure, What is God Like? encourages young hearts to "think about what makes you feel safe, what makes you feel loved, and what makes you feel brave. That's what God is like."

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ISBN: 9780593193310

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 June 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Convergent

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 318g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Rachel Held Evans (1981-2019) wrote about faith, doubt, and life in the Bible Belt. Her New York Times bestselling books include Inspired, Searching for Sunday, and A Year of Biblical Womanhood. She served on President Obama's Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships and spoke often at churches, conferences, and universities around the country. Rachel's family calls eastern Tennessee home. Matthew Paul Turner is a blogger, speaker, and author of several books, including the bestselling When God Made You and When I Pray for You. Matthew lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with his three children. Ying Hui Tan is a Malaysian illustrator and creator. She is passionate about storytelling and strives to turn her imagination into realty through her paintings.

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