Vicky J Wedel

Did you know that God has given us a treasure that is greater than any other? That treasure is Jesus He is known by many names, and each one shares something about who He is. Go on the best treasure hunt of all and discover more about Jesus, how He is present in our lives, and what He does for us. Beautifully told in rhyme, this story does more than introduce children to Jesus. It explores some of His many names and what they mean while taking readers on a journey into understanding just who Jesus is and who He continues to be for each of His children. Readers also see what it means to be His child and what He calls each of us to do. This book's depth makes it a story that grows with the reader. It is sure to be one that children (and adults ) continue to learn from with each re-reading.

What can make one man completely turn his life around? Zacchaeus is well known throughout Jericho, but for all the wrong reasons. Although he's rich, he is actually poor when it comes to having friends and being respected. Business and money come first, and his greedy ways have led to him taking much more than his fair share. Tired of his dishonesty, people even cross to the other side of the street when they see him coming But that all changes when a man named Jesus comes to town. Zacchaeus won't let anything get in his way to see this man everyone is talking about. He's even willing to climb a tree When Jesus sees him, He calls Zacchaeus by name. After meeting Jesus, Zacchaeus has a change of heart. The message in his story is as relevant today as it was in Zacchaeus's time and a reminder that Jesus knows us and wants to change us for the better.

A woman who is looked down upon by her fellow Samaritans takes a trip alone to the well, a trip she has taken many times before. When she arrives, she wonders about the man sitting at the well. He surprises her in many ways. Unlike other men, He speaks to her He also tells her that He knows about everything she has done. Her amazement grows when He shows her love and compassion instead of judging her. The most wonderful surprise of all is when He tells her that He is the Messiah She wants to tell everyone about Him, but will they listen to her? Child-friendly language and detailed illustrations bring this story to life for younger readers. Through this woman's story, children ages five to eight will see that Jesus always loves us, no matter what we've done, and that when we meet Him, we too are excited to share Him with others

Have you ever wondered why dogs don't moo? Or why acorns don't grow on pine trees? When God designed each of His creations, He didn't just decide what each one would be, but also what it could never be. Since God never changes, neither does His plan for creation. Nature proves this over and over again. We see this every time we pick a lemon from a lemon tree or see an animal cuddling a young one of its own kind. The world's rapidly changing views and opinions on identity and gender can cause confusion in children. But by relying on God's truth, children are given the foundation to develop confidence in knowing God makes all as they are. Nature reflects God's creation and reminds us of the everlasting truth found in God's Word. The gentle reminder that we are the way God made us, no matter how we may view ourselves, sets the framework for a child to understand this important biblical viewpoint. Whimsical storytelling, imaginative illustrations, and deliberately silly scenarios will lay groundwork for biblical truth while entertaining readers of all ages.

It can be tough being a kid with everyone telling you what to do and when to do it-at home, at school, even at church. Brush your teeth, tidy up, settle down. No wonder kids dream of growing up and being their own boss But what if kids could see what being the boss would really mean? Working, paying bills, making sure to eat healthy meals-what ever happened to playtime? Stepping imaginatively into their parents' shoes can help kids understand that being the boss isn't all fun and games and that the "bosses" in their lives provide rules out of love-especially the best boss of all, Jesus.

Are you a weary traveler on life's messy road? Do you find the Christian life exhausting, lacking joy, or purpose? It could be that you think the road is paved with rigid expectations. Find the true freedom, grace, and mercy in a life of dependence on the One who loves you most and is calling you to Himself. The forty devotions and paired original poems inside this book will draw you closer to the One who walks with us through life's difficulties. Learn to: Draw strength from the attributes of God in any difficulty Meet the challenge of change Wait well Stay in your own lane. Practical and inspirational encouragement for hard times and good, this volume is filled with Scripture, and centered in the character of God. Vicky is a follower of Christ, wife, mother and a thirty-five year veteran of the messy narrow road. She is dedicated to continue learning God's Word, character and heart. The LORD has used personal trials as well as ministry involvement in Bible Study Fellowship and Celebrate Recovery as training ground for growth. She loves to encourage others and offer struggling travelers a helping hand by sharing what God has taught her through the mess.