Brave Girls Bible Stories from Tommy Nelson Publishers
Written by: Jennifer Gerelds
Illustrated by: Aleksey & Olga Ivanov
This book was given to me to review by Tommy Nelson Publishers but the thoughts are my own.
Some of you who have been able to get to know me through my writings and stories, may know that I have two sons. The next question on your mind may be, “Why is she reviewing a book that looks more suited for little girls?” I have many answers for that question! First of all, I think it is very important for boys to know not only the hero men in the Bible like Jesus, David, or Moses, but also the hero women.
I have noticed that we are living in a society that promotes how wonderful it is to be a princess. I think that this is great, so long as girls are taught that they can be more than just pretty princesses! I think it’s important for girls to know they are loved for who they are. My sons say that they are the princes in these stories and films. I make sure they know that the princess they choose one day has to love God and be kind. That’s Momma’s only stipulations 🙂
This book introduces you to five different girls who are awesome and unique in each way! Each character is easy to identify with according to the personality. There is a description included for each girl and a quiz in the back if your child can’t decide which one she can identify with. Each chapter starts out with a story from one of the girls and then a story of the Bible depicting the heroic efforts of women such as Rahab, Esther, Mary and Ruth. At the end of the chapter, the girl character provides a summary from her perspective and then closes in a prayer!
My sons have cousins who are girls and friends at church that are girls, so it was easy for them to identify with the girl characters in this book, as well as to see which one reminded them of one of their cousins or friends. The Bible stories are gender neutral, thanks to the amazing illustrations provided by Aleksey & Olga Ivanov. The writing by Jennifer Gerelds is also neutral because, although she depicts it from a woman’s angle, she ponders what that person may have been thinking and it makes the stories of the Bible come more alive.
At the end of the book, there are many verses described as “Brave Verses” that offer encouragement on how to be brave right from the Bible. Tommy Nelson’s Brave Girls series also offers a Brave Girls Bible and Brave Girl Devotionals. If you are looking for a fun, interactive Bible study for your daughter, niece, granddaughter or special little girl in your life, these books are amazing! And if that special girl happens to have a brother, don’t worry! He will enjoy these stories as much as she does!
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This looks like such a lovely Bible! The illustrations are so colourful! I have two girls so I will definitely keep this in mind.
I can’t enter the giveaway (I’m Canadian) but I tweeted it anyway.
Thanks for sharing.
xoxo
Hi Jennifer! It has beautiful illustrations on every single page and it was such a delight to read! I hope you are able find this book and enjoy it with your daughters. I’m sorry that you weren’t able to enter the contest but thank you for sharing it! Hope you have an awesome week and thanks for commenting 🙂
Leah is my favorite because even though no-one else favored her or loved her God blessed her with His awesome favor and love.
That is a great women to have as a favorite in the Bible, Kelly! Best of luck to you in the giveaway and thanks for commenting 🙂
This would be a great read for my granddaughters. I agree with your comments that little girls need to not only feel pretty but also important. I want so much to be able to buy this ..
Hi, Lea! Best of luck to you in the giveaway. I hope you are able to enjoy this book with your granddaughters. It is so important for little girls (and little boys) to know that they are loved and worthy just for the special person they are. Thanks for commenting and have a blessed week 🙂
As a grandmother and Sunday school teacher I am always looking for christian books to encourage my grandchildren and this would be a great additions to my libruary.
Hi, Charlene! I would highly recommend this book for a Christian library! Thank you for being a Sunday School teacher. My boys love their Sunday School teachers and it takes a very special person to do that. I hope that your Sunday school children and grandchildren enjoy this book. Best of luck in the giveaway and thanks for commenting 🙂
Esther! She amazes me with her wisdom.
Hi, Annette. Esther was a brilliant woman; I do agree! Best of luck in the giveaway and thanks for commenting 🙂
My favorite is Mary, because of all she went thru and because she is Jesus’s mother.
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Hi Julie. Mary is a great character and the Bible would not be complete without her. What an honor to be chosen to be the mother of Jesus! Thanks for commenting and best of luck in the giveaway 🙂
My favorite Brave girl was Mary because she was one of the first disciples of Christ.
Hi, Debby. You are correct; Mary was definitely a brave woman! Her strength and faith are undeniable and the love she had for her son, who became the Lord and Savior of the world. Thanks for commenting and best of luck in the giveaway 🙂