My Master's Touch: A Heartwarming Tale of Love, Loyalty, and Devotion

by Lynda M. Nelson

This is the little-known story of Jesus life -- as told by his faithful burro, Meshak. By following and serving Jesus, Meshak grows to understand the importance of the goodness that Jesus tries to inspire in people's souls. And through faith and perseverance, Meshak is able to follow his master from this world into the next...

Genres: Christmas

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1997

Reviews

[T · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great story of the Savior, and a really nice start for the Christmas season.

[jyweniverel · Rating 5 out of 5]

A poignant story of a donkey and his master, our Savior, Jesus Christ. We follow these two through their lives together from the perspective of Meshak, the donkey, and his devotion for his master.
“In his presence, I felt security, safety, and love.”
“I knew my master would come for me again and again and again. And he did. I carried him wherever he went until the day that his legs were no longer than mine. Then I followed him, carrying whatever things he chose to put on my back. It was an honour—my honour—to be his beast of burden.”
“ How I wish I could speak and tell him with words how wonderful I thought he was and how I was sure the people would remember many of his teachings.”
“It was then that his precious little hand reached out of that special blanket and I felt my master’s touch for the first time. I was changed forever. I was as new to this world as he was, yet somehow I knew that I would follow him all my life. We came into this world together and we would go out of it together.”

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book many times when I was a preteen. I think the donkey’s view of Jesus, the relationship they had, and its understanding of the light inside of people have probably shaped some of my understanding of Christ and love for the world to this day.

I’d like to reread it now that I’m an adult and see what I think now.

[Becky H. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple story about the life of Jesus narrated by a donkey that was with Jesus through his whole life. I liked the perspective of "light" being seen within each person.

#50/50BookQuest categories= holiday book, recommended by a friend, book you could read in a day, and book with an animal on the cover.

[Teri · Rating 3 out of 5]

A sweet story of a burro named Meshak and his trusted companion Jesus, with some loving guidance from Mary. As Jesus fulfills his ministry we learn from him, and through Meshak’s advantage the power of faith, trusting in the light that can fill our souls, the value of lifting burdens and the benefits of following Him even when we are heavily laden.

[Mj · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lovely little book sharing the life of Jesus through the eyes of a donkey who was a special companion and friend.

[Goran P · Rating 3 out of 5]

A children’s book about a burro growing up with Jesus. Simple, sweet, emotional, short read.

[BookDragon · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful heartwarming rendition of the life of Christ set in the perspective of his beloved pet.

[Danni · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This is a tear-jerker. But, I love how simple it is. This is a very basic story of the Savior's life, told from the point of view of his donkey. It's a great Christmas read, simply because it focuses on the Savior, and what it means to let him be part of your life. I love it! (Plus, it's really short and can be read in one sitting, which is nice during this hectic time of year.)

[Tracee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my heavens... if you're an animal lover, and you have a heart, you'll probably cry your eyes out like my family and myself did. This is such a good book about Christ's life through his donkey's eyes. A different point of view, yes. But still so very tender.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

A few hours of enjoyment with Christmas, the Savior, and what really matters in life is what this book gave me.

[Barb · Rating 4 out of 5]

A sweet story of our Savior, Jesus Christ told from a very different perspective. Great read at Christmas time and very appropriate to read with children of all ages!

[Beth]

Enter the viewpoint of Jesus from his burro and their loyal friendship.

[Kristene · Rating 5 out of 5]

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Words cannot describe how much I love this book

[Tiffany · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of my all time favorite Christmas books! A great way to start the season!