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Because I Love You
A long time ago a wise man named Shaddai built a wonderful village for children to live in. He talked to them and sang for them and told them stories. He gave them everything they needed. And with his own hands Shaddai built a protective wall around their village, rock by rock.
He did all of this for just one reason--because he loved them.
One day Paladin, the village's most...more
He did all of this for just one reason--because he loved them.
One day Paladin, the village's most...more
Hardcover, 31 pages
Published
February 3rd 1999
by Crossway Books
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Ah, Christian fiction. I knew people were often not on board with this book, finding it to not be kosher, if you will (had to), but I didn't know why until I picked it up. It's kind of a shame that this book is a super Christian message about the maker and not just a lesson learning story or a cultural teaching story. It's really a shame because Mitchell Heinze's artwork has a real texture to it that I liked. I wish that people wouldn't bulldoze their faith around and would instead try to just t...more
This book about responsibility and relationship shows Max Lucado's talents to sweetly communicate the simple truths of God's Word to children.
As you read, you are aware of Biblical themes, but not abrasively so. The story is original, not a "Bible Story" retold, and I appreciate that. This way, many different things can be addressed, whatever is needful at the time.
So many good points from which to start a conversation with a child... Lucado does an excellent job here, of allowing the child-rea...more
As you read, you are aware of Biblical themes, but not abrasively so. The story is original, not a "Bible Story" retold, and I appreciate that. This way, many different things can be addressed, whatever is needful at the time.
So many good points from which to start a conversation with a child... Lucado does an excellent job here, of allowing the child-rea...more
A wonderful analogy for teaching children & youth why our loving Heavenly Father gives us commandments, why He gave us the gift of free agency, and how He is always readily available to rescue us when we choose the wrong path (He already provided the way for us to return to Him by sending His Son to atone for our sins and be our Redeemer). His gift was given for all, but we each have the choice to accept His gift or not. All we need to do is call to Him with a "broken heart and contrite spir...more
I like the illustrations and the plot.
Indirectly, it teaches children that God loves his creation.
God sets boundaries for people to protect them like this man built a wall to protect the children in his village. If God wants to prevent us from wrong doing, He can, but that not what He wants...He wants us to have a free will. Similarly, this man made holes in the wall to teach the children how to control their inner voices.
...and when they make mistake God is ready to help...like this man who wa...more
Indirectly, it teaches children that God loves his creation.
God sets boundaries for people to protect them like this man built a wall to protect the children in his village. If God wants to prevent us from wrong doing, He can, but that not what He wants...He wants us to have a free will. Similarly, this man made holes in the wall to teach the children how to control their inner voices.
...and when they make mistake God is ready to help...like this man who wa...more
Childrens parable about God and how he knows each one of us by name. He builds a wall to keep us out of sin, but for some reason we continue to want to get through the wall. Theres a hole in the wall. God wants us to stay with Him because we want to. Once we're entangled in sin it's hard to go back, but it's possible. God comes to rescue us, by sending His son Jesus.
This has beautiful artwork. What I didn't like was the message. The child was saved after he was told he wouldn't be. It blurs the line of authority and doing the right thing. I get that even after the child does the wrong thing that God saves him. But, in real life, that's not the case. So, it creates mixed feelings for me.
This is a book for older readers. The illustrations are beautiful but the text and message is intented for older readers. People who really care about us are always there but let us decide and choose for ourselves. This story is very heartwarming and enlightening and reminds us that someone is always there.
I read this and don't get it. Is this guy supposed to be God. Is this a cult training manual for kids? What's with the wall...why does he have to build a wall, oh because he needs a life. it's plain creepy. But by all means enjoy your bearded Zeus god fantasy. Even my daughter says this is kind of strange.
One day Paladin, the village's most curious child, discovers something troubling about the wall. Something that makes him wonder about Shaddai's love. Could there be a mistake? Young Paladin is about to discover the answer. And when he does, he will come to understand just how deeply he is loved.
Bella's book... She loves for us to read to her. Seriously she LOVES it! She has all sorts of books but my faves to read to her are Christian children's books. Max Lucado's books are some of my favorite. Jason and I read his books so its cool to have Bella books by him as well.
Another great lesson from Max Lucado! Sometimes we make the wrong choice, but we can be saved all we have to do is ask for help. This would be a wonderful book for jail ministry. Shows us that we can turn our life around, and that it is not too late to change.
Yes this is a children's book but it's nicely written. I went to a BSU meeting and it was actually read to us. Yeah, I felt like I was back in kindergarten but it was okay. It was such a beautiful story and one of the most inspirational children's books I have ever seen.
what a beautiful story of the wise old man who creates a safe and loving place for children to live, but one of the children decides to see what is beyond the walls and finds out it's better in the saftey of the village
"I have to admit - I am a huge fan of Max Lucado's children's books and this one is no exception. An excellent story depicting God's love for us and His reason for giving us the choice to obey Him."
I have read this soooo many times and I still can't get through it without crying. It describes how our Savior will always be there for us and describes how I feel about my children!!!
Max Lucado does an awesome job of portraying just how much God loves us.. That even if we wonder and stray that God is waiting to welcome us back with open arms..
Max Lucado's books for children are exceptional, every child deserves to have them read out loud to them and every parent deserves to experience their message.
I actually don't remember if I read this or not, but I bet it is really good, because Max Lucado is a great writer!
Jun 14, 2010
Dean Trout
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As is all of Max's books, it was excellent! Love the way he connects to our present day life in his writing.
Always read this to my kids when they were young-so nice to remind them how loved they are!! Love Max!!
Great book, showing even if we sin and disobey God, He will always love and protect us.
Great analogy that teaches how Heavenly Father gives us the freedom to make choices but He is always there for us.
just OK--makes the world out to be a really bad place--I disagree
I love Max Lucado books. This one is one of my very favorites.
A story to explain God's love to Children. Beautiful.
Jul 30, 2010
Candice
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5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
All the child of God.
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Wendy
I love this book. It helps me remember where I come from.
Historia que todo ni;o (grande o peque;o) deveria leer.
I love all of the Max Lucado books and the messages he portrays through his stories. I have now purchased almost every Max Lucado book because I enjoy them so much!
This book is my favorite children's book.
A lovely children's book for adults.
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Max Lucado has touched millions with his signature storytelling writing style. Awards and accolades follow Max with each book he writes. Max is the first author to win the Gold Medallion Christian Book of the Year three times—1999 for Just Like Jesus, 1997 for In the Grip of Grace and 1995 for When God Whispers Your Name. In 2005, Reader’s Digest dubbed him “America’s Best Preacher.” In addition,...more
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