God Made All of Me (ReadAloud) E-Book

Justin S. Holcomb

• Herausgeber: Two Words Publishing
• Kategorie: Für Kinder und Jugendliche
• Serie: God Made
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 36

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2015

Beschreibung

God Made All of Me by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb is an invaluable resource and beautifully illustrated story to help families talk about sensitive issues with two- to eight-year-old children. Because the private parts of our bodies are private, home is the ideal environment for a child to learn about his or her body and how it should be treated by others—without conveying a message of shame. Through carefully written language and relatable storytelling, God Made All of Me helps parents navigate discussion that can so easily be warped into confusion, embarrassment, and secrecy. Instead of instilling a message that their bodies are shameful—which can often prevent children from recognizing and reporting sexual abuse—Justin and Lindsey Holcomb equip parents to build a first line of defense against sexual abuse in the safety of their own homes. This helpful guide starts from the fundamental truth that God created everything and applies that truth—the doctrine of creation—to kids and their bodies. With the help of God Made All of Me, parents and caregivers can begin conversations with boys and girls about their bodies, helping kids understand the difference between the appropriate and inappropriate touch of others. This life-changing resource shows readers how to establish the foundation for a healthy bond with their children to meet increasing challenges of sexuality, which they will inevitably confront in childhood and adolescence. By teaching their children how to establish body and health boundaries, parents are imparting invaluable skills for their kids to express thoughts and feelings. God Made All of Me is the first children's book written by Rid of My Disgrace authors, Justin and Lindsey Holcomb. Parents of young children themselves, the Holcombs are profoundly aware of the dangers kids face, and they regularly counsel victims of sexual abuse. Explore God Made All of Me and find encouragement, clear guidance, and the tools necessary to facilitate open conversations about how your children can protect their bodies, an important step in keeping them as safe as possible.

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ALL

GOD MADE

OF ME

A Book to Help Children Protect Their Bodies

Justin &

Lindsey Holcomb

Illustrated

by Trish Mahoney

“Justin and Lindsey have wrien a book to help us protect our children

from sexual abuse. In clear and simple language it engages the child in the

discussion. Woven throughout is the foundational belief that our children

have been purposefully created by God and that every aspect of their

being was his idea. I highly recommend God Made All of Me to parents of

young children. Love them well by educating them about keeping their

bodies safe.”

Diane Langberg, PhD, Psychologist

“This is a strange and beautiful book. Strange because it’s so unique:

exploring God’s creation with a view to helping children protect

themselves in an increasingly at-risk culture. Beautiful because it hits its

mark: instilling practical wisdom in a way that teaches without terrifying.

The combined experience of the authors makes this a terrific resource

for parents as well. As a father of four, I highly recommend it.”

Michael Horton, Professor of Systematic Theology and

Apologetics, Westminster Seminary California

“A lively, engaging, and straightforward lile book, God Made All of Me is

the perfect invitation to start a conversation with children about their

bodies, boundaries, and the people in their life that make them feel safe.

This book is both God-glorifying and visually stimulating and our homes

and churches will be safer and more joyful places because of it.”

Rachel Held Evans,author of blogger and author of Faith

Unraveled and Searching for Sunday

“God Made All of Me is a sweet, compelling, brilliantly sensitive invitation

to teach your children the beauty of their body and the honor due to

being made in the image of God. It offers simple and clear wisdom lile

ones can grasp about how to protect themselves from inappropriate or

unwanted touch. It is the responsibility of every parent and grandparent

to address uncomfortable subjects. This glorious resource is an

investment in care, protection, and honor. I am grateful I get to read this

to all three of my grandchildren.”

Dan B. Allender,Professor of Counseling Psychology and

Founding President, The Seale School of Theology and

Psychology; author of The Wounded Heart and Healing the

Wounded Heart

“I wish my family had this book when I was a lile girl because if they did I

wouldn’t have the sexual abuse story I have today. This is an important,

straightforward book.”

Mary DeMuth, author of Not Marked: Finding Hope and

Healing Aer Sexual Abuse

“As a parent to a young daughter, I’m already thinking through how to

parent well in this area. Too many resources, when I was growing up,

made us feel shame because of our bodies, or just simply didn’t talk

about it. I’m so thankful and completely indebted to Justin and Lindsey

for giving us a resource like this.”

Jefferson Bethke, author of New York Times bestseller Jesus

> Religion

“This is a must-read for any parent who wants to help empower their

child to be safe from those who hurt lile ones.”

Michael Reagan, President, The Reagan Legacy Foundation

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“This book is an absolute gi to parents! Finally, there is a quality book

that engages children while providing a way for parents to discuss the

difficult topic of sexual abuse. This is a vital tool to help parents raise

healthy, brave children.”

Lindsey Strickland, former child advocate at Sexual Assault

Resource Agency, Charloesville, VA

“It’s sad that we have to educate our children in self-protection; but it is

profoundly necessary. The good news is we can rejoice that we are

God’s creation and teach our children to live in that sacred dignity. This

book is a great help!”

Gregory O. Brewer,Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of

Central Florida

“Educating our children about their bodies is one of the most important

steps in preventing child abuse. That’s why God Made All of Me is a

valuable resource. A simple story with colorful artwork, and theological

and practical truth—all packed into one small book. Parents, educators,

Sunday school teachers, children’s ministry directors, and many others

should pick up a copy today and read it to their young children.”

Deepak Reju, Pastor of Biblical Counseling and Family

Ministry, Capitol Hill Baptist Church (Washington, DC); and

author of On Guard: Preventing and Responding to Child Abuse

at Church and The Pastor and Counseling