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Jake & Jesus
by
Kelly Hagen (Goodreads Author)
Jake and Jesus are best friends. They do everything together. Jake sings praise songs to Jesus because the Bible says Jesus loves a joyful heart. Jake talks to Jesus every day, and not just when kneeling by his bed at night. And one day Jake gave Jesus the best gift of all: his heart. Learn from Jake and Jesus how you too can become a lifelong friend of our Savior.
Paperback, 24 pages
Published
January 18th 2011
by Tate Publishing
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No child is too small or too young to hear the message of salvation, especially the simple and touching version told by Kelly Hagen in her book Jake & Jesus. Jake's explanation about his relationship with the Lord and Savior clearly shows children they too can have a forever best friend in Jesus!
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Jake & Jesus
Kelly Hagen
Jesus is Jake’s best friend. In this darling book, Jake tells the readers why Jesus is his best friend.
Jesus is never too tired for him
Jesus talks to him and Jake can talk to him anytime
Jesus gave his life for Jake and for all, what a gift!
Jake gives Jesus his heart.
Kelly Hagen uses simple wording, and structure to bring the truth of salvation to youngsters. Young Jake describes his life with Jesus being his best friend for the reader and invites them to have Jesus b...more
Kelly Hagen
Jesus is Jake’s best friend. In this darling book, Jake tells the readers why Jesus is his best friend.
Jesus is never too tired for him
Jesus talks to him and Jake can talk to him anytime
Jesus gave his life for Jake and for all, what a gift!
Jake gives Jesus his heart.
Kelly Hagen uses simple wording, and structure to bring the truth of salvation to youngsters. Young Jake describes his life with Jesus being his best friend for the reader and invites them to have Jesus b...more
Sometimes it's hard to explain spiritual truths to our children. Kelly Hagen portrays a beautiful and simple relationship between Jake and Jesus that will be easy for children to understand and emulate. I recommend this book to anyone who wishes for the children in their lives to really know Jesus, not just know about him.
What I Like: Any book that tries to portray Jesus as a living, breathing person to a child is going to get a thumbs up by me. I feel this is something the book did very well.
The illustrations are pretty cute, too. Jake seems like a pretty sweet kid!
What I Dislike: I understand this is a difficult concept for kids to grasp, however, I really felt this book talked down to a child's intelligence just a little. Maybe for the younger set, it would be fine, but to me, it really felt condescending in t...more
The illustrations are pretty cute, too. Jake seems like a pretty sweet kid!
What I Dislike: I understand this is a difficult concept for kids to grasp, however, I really felt this book talked down to a child's intelligence just a little. Maybe for the younger set, it would be fine, but to me, it really felt condescending in t...more
A wonderful children's book which tells the salvation story in a way children should have no problem understanding. They will come away knowing that Jesus loves them and will be their best friend throughout life. Kelly Hagen shares in her book how children can talk to Jesus at any time just like they talk to their family and friends. Great book which will help parents to build an early, solid foundation of Biblical truths for their little ones!
Kristen Thornton
~ author of, God Cares for Little Bi...more
Kristen Thornton
~ author of, God Cares for Little Bi...more
"Jake and Jesus" is an excellent children's book! It describes Jake's best friend, Jesus, and their relationship. Jake tells about how they spend time together and talk with one another. I would recommend this book for all children in their young walk with Jesus.
The Power to Never Give Up
Amy Gatliff
The Power to Never Give Up
Amy Gatliff
Jake and Jesus by Kelly Hagen is a terrific story of a boy and his best friend, Jesus. Jake honestly and clearly helps the reader to understand Jesus and why He is Jake’s best friend. He brings to life the special relationship he has and others can have with Jesus. I am excited to read this to my own young son and know, in it, he too will be able to understand how wonderful Jesus is. I highly recommend this sweet book!
Gailya Keller
Author, The Secret of Smiley’s Woods
Gailya Keller
Author, The Secret of Smiley’s Woods
Jan 15, 2011
Lisa A.
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Recommends it for:
children, parents, grandparents, teachers
Kelly Hagen's story Jake and Jesus is an inspirational and lovely way for young children to get to know Jesus. Young Jake explains in a heartfelt way how wonderful it is that Jesus is his best friend and how much that means to him. The illustrations in Jake and Jesus are precious and add to the uplifting tone of the story. An enjoyable book with a great message! This would make an excellent read-aloud too!
Lisa Tortorello
-author of My Hero, My Ding
Lisa Tortorello
-author of My Hero, My Ding
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Jake & Jesus, by Kelly Hagen, is a small children's book with adorable illustrations and a huge message. Jake convinced me of his love for his best friend, Jesus. With Him, he could talk and play, sing and pray--anytime. Best of all, Jake gave Jesus the gift of his heart.
My only regret was that the book ended too quickly.
Linda Robinson, Author of When Love Abounds
Jake & Jesus, by Kelly Hagen, is a small children's book with adorable illustrations and a huge message. Jake convinced me of his love for his best friend, Jesus. With Him, he could talk and play, sing and pray--anytime. Best of all, Jake gave Jesus the gift of his heart.
My only regret was that the book ended too quickly.
Linda Robinson, Author of When Love Abounds
Jake and Jesus is a great book for helping children to understand Jesus as God in the flesh. The reader will easily identify with Jesus as a knowable person who can help us in our living. Author Kelly Hagen does a great job of encouraging children to get to know Jesus as a real person. Children (mom and dad too) will be blessed, encouraged, and inspired by the reading of this book.
Jake & Jesus by Kelly Hagen is a wonderful story to share with little ones who struggle to understand who Jesus really is. Not only does it give perspective on His purpose, but it conveys his unfailing love and desire for a relationship with every child. The illustrations add to the warmth and characterization of the message.
Great book for young kids! The pictures are great and the story is easy for little minds to understand how much Jesus loves them. I bought one for my kids and gave one to my baby nephew. Every kid needs to know Jesus is their friend and they can spend time with Him every single day.
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This is a colorful book and a wonderful way to introduce boys to Christ in a fun and imaginative way. The illustrations are fun and portray the acceptance of Jesus as our friend in heart and spirit.
To have faith like a child - this is what this book reminded me when I read it. Put a smile on my face.
It's a simple and sweet story.
It's a simple and sweet story.
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This is such a cute book! I enjoyed it and I know kids will too!
Won this on Goodreads First Reads...can't wait to review it!!!
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