{"product_id":"growing-god-9781640609082","title":"Growing God","description":"\u003cb\u003eGrowing God - A Heartwarming Story of Faith, Patience \u0026amp; God's Creation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eDrawing God\u003c\/i\u003e, Karen Kiefer, comes an inspiring new adventure!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Emma, the little artist with a big heart, is back--this time, discovering God in a whole new way. After visiting her Nana's farm, where Nana says she \u003cb\u003e\"grows God,\" \u003c\/b\u003eEmma returns home eager to do the same. Armed with seeds and a heart full of faith, she sets out to nurture and grow something extraordinary. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e But growing God takes \u003cb\u003epatience, care, and perseverance\u003c\/b\u003e. As Emma tends to her seeds, she learns valuable lessons about \u003cb\u003etrusting in God's work, even when things don't go as planned\u003c\/b\u003e. Through her journey, she inspires even her most skeptical friends to believe in the miracles unfolding before them. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Beautifully Illustrated Faith-Based Story for Kids\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExplores faith in action\u003c\/b\u003e - Encourages children to see God's presence in nature and everyday life. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTeaches patience and perseverance\u003c\/b\u003e - A gentle reminder that faith grows, just like a seed, over time. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVibrant and whimsical illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e - Captivating artwork brings Emma's story to life. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePerfect for ages 5-8\u003c\/b\u003e - A wonderful read-aloud for families, churches, and classrooms. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Like Jesus' parables, \u003ci\u003eGrowing God\u003c\/i\u003e helps young readers understand the beauty of faith and creation. Whether you're looking for a \u003cb\u003eChristian picture book, a story about nature, or a lesson in perseverance\u003c\/b\u003e, this book is a heartwarming choice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoin Emma as she learns that even the smallest seeds--of faith, love, and kindness--can grow into something amazing.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e �� Learn more and find free resources at growinggodbook.com. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Karen Kiefer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Paraclete Press (MA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/26\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.60h x 11.10w x 0.40d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781640609082\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudience:\u003c\/b\u003e Ages 4-8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Kiefer \u003c\/b\u003eis the Director of the Church in the 21st Century Center at Boston College and managing editor of C21 Resources magazine. A catechist for over two decades, Kiefer also served as an adjunct faculty member in the Communication department at Boston College. Kiefer cofounded the grassroots, award winning, bread-giving organization Spread the Bread, winner of the \"National Make a Difference Day Award.\" A decade later, she published the children's Christmas storybook \u003ci\u003eThe Misfit Sock\u003c\/i\u003e and launched a companion educational initiative--Misfit University--and the national anti-bullying movement, The Million Misfit Sock March. Kiefer's programs have been adopted by the Girl Scouts nationally and she has been featured in the Boston Globe, the Boston Herald, USA Today, and People magazine. She has sold 10,000 copies of \u003ci\u003eThe Misfit Sock\u003c\/i\u003e through grassroots marketing and promotion. Kiefer lives in Wayland, Massachusetts with her husband, Sam, and four daughters. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKathy De Wit\u003c\/b\u003e is an illustrator and art teacher in Belgium. Her work has appeared in many publications, exhibitions, storefronts, and books, including Drawing God. She lives in Flanders with her Peruvian husband and twin daughters. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Karen Kiefer \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":47834182910109,"sku":"9781640609082","price":37.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_fdb32d7e-6f34-4fc3-8a28-70b72dc827bd.jpg?v=1776145623","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/growing-god-9781640609082","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}