In this book, TJ the squirrel learns an important lesson-- prayer is not magic! His friend, Jo, believes that if he prays using this secret phrase--"in Jesus' Name"--he will receive whatever he asks for. After TJ gives this a try, and finds that it doesn't work, he is disappointed. A visit from his neighbor, Grace sets him straight. She explains Jesus wants us to pray for the things that really matter --not new toys or more acorns! Our prayers should reflect the things Jesus taught us to value; things like loving our neighbor, sharing, obeying and trusting Him. The decide to pray for Jo and share the true meaning of prayer with him.
Advertised for children ages 2-7, I believe it would be most suitable for the upper age range. Children who are younger will not have a long enough attention span to follow the story and will not understand the concept. The illustrations by Guy Wolek are colorful, but not remarkable. The book closes with this verse:
"Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it." John 14:13-14
VERDICT: 4 STARS
For more books for children see these posts:
All Will be Well by Lacy Finn Borgo–Book Review
As You Grow by Kirk Carmeron — Book Review
We Believe in Christmas by Karen Kingsbury–Book Review
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