The Young and the Gifted

Our grandgirl in the big oak tree house
Coosa River farm

"Don't let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, and your purity." (1 Tim. 4:12)

With each children's book, the Lord has faithfully guided the work from story to illustrator to publisher to readers, and my latest storybook-in-the-making is no exception. It is a pleasure and great honor to announce that the God-chosen illustrator for Ruth and Frankincense, A Christmas Story is....drum roll please...none other than our very own talented 9-year-old grandgirl. Ta-da!

In Paul's letter to Timothy, the aging apostle warned his young disciple that in later times, people would fall away from the faith. He encouraged Timothy not to neglect the spiritual gifts within him, to continue following sound doctrine, and to teach that truth to others as a good servant of Christ Jesus.

Got young folks around you, beloved? Encourage them in their God-given gifts and faith in Jesus Christ!