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In the end, children will understand why some people fear light more than darkness, but why they need never fear darkness again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Lightlings\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent introduction to the key themes of Scripture. Richly detailed illustrations by Justin Gerard will hold children's interest, and discussion questions with Scripture references in the back will help parents guide children into the deeper meaning of the story.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ligonier Ministries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39361775960123,"sku":"LIG04BH","price":9.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/0642\/4891\/products\/LIG04BH_front.jpg?v=1621553697"},{"product_id":"sammy-and-his-shepherd-hardcover","title":"Sammy and His Shepherd — Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eSammy and His Shepherd\u003c\/em\u003e, veteran children‘s writer Dr. Susan Hunt takes youngsters on a delightful trip through Psalm 23 from the point of view of a sheep named Sammy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSammy lives happily under the care of his faithful shepherd. But one day he meets a sheep from another flock, one who lives in misery because her shepherd is not so caring. Eventually, to the delight of both of them, Sammy‘s shepherd buys the needy little sheep for his flock and gives her a name-Precious. Thereafter, Sammy tells Precious all the wonderful things about their shepherd. At first, Precious has a hard time believing that the shepherd can be so good. But eventually, as she sees the shepherd pouring out his energies for the good of his flock, she comes to trust him, for she sees that he loves his sheep unconditionally and sacrificially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter of \u003cem\u003eSammy and His Shepherd\u003c\/em\u003e is an exploration of a passage from Psalm 23. As they work through the book, children will grow in their understanding of the metaphors the psalmist used in composing this beloved poem. But more important, they will gain a deeper appreciation for the one who is the subject of the psalm: the Good Shepherd, Jesus Christ. Captivating illustrations by Corey Godbey help Sammy and Precious come to life for children. A special section in the back of the book provides Bible passages, discussion questions, and activities to reinforce the lessons of each chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In this lovely book on the best-loved psalm, Susan Hunt engages the attention in a delightful way. I would encourage families to use this book and take advantage of the clear teaching, which points to the Good Shepherd who loves children and demonstrated that love so gloriously at Calvary.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—Carine Mackenzie\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I gave Susan Hunt’s latest book the real test: I began reading it out loud to my rambunctious five-year-old. 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Beautiful, full color illustrations by Richard Lawnes reveal this rich, textured world and discussion questions with Scripture references help parents guide their children into the deeper meaning of the story.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ligonier Ministries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39361826127931,"sku":"KNI01BH","price":9.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/0642\/4891\/products\/KNI01BH_front.jpg?v=1621553677"},{"product_id":"the-princes-poison-cup-hardcover","title":"The Prince's Poison Cup — Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cem\u003eThe Prince's Poison Cup\u003c\/em\u003e, Dr. R.C. Sproul continues his series of books designed to present deep biblical truths to children on their own level. In this work, he focuses in on the atonement to show that Jesus had to endure the curse of sin in order to redeem His people from their spiritual death.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Ella gets sick and has to take yucky medicine, she wonders why something that will help her get well has to taste so bad. When she puts the question to Grandpa, he tells her the story of a great King and His subjects who enjoyed wonderful times together-until the people rebelled against the King and drank from a forbidden well. To their horror, they found that the beautiful water in the well made their hearts turn to stone. To reclaim His people, the King asks His Son, the Prince, to drink from a well of horrid poison. 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