The Parables Of Jesus Coloring Book Devotional – Book Review
Have you ever done a Bible Study that focuses specifically on the parables of Jesus Christ? I haven’t – so I was particularly delighted to discover The Parables of Jesus Coloring Book Devotional by Laura James and Katara Washington Patton – a book that invites you to explore the parables in a unique and creative way!
Sample Devotional Page,Shine On – Matthew 5:14-15 (You are the light of the world…)
The Parables of Jesus Coloring Book Devotional is a large, inviting book that invites you to explore 46 Scriptures (each conveniently provided in the text), along with an inspiring devotional and a thought-provoking journaling prompt or prayer for spiritual reflection.
When you flip the page, you’ll discover a stunning illustration to accompany the parable. As you color each lesson, you have the opportunity to worship God by expressing and exploring your creative gifts, to reflect on the lessons He is teaching you, and to strengthen and affirm your faith.
Sample Illustration That Accompanies “Shine On”
There are also extra pages in the back of the book for note-taking and reflection.
This is not your run-of-the-mill coloring book. Each devotion and illustration in The Parables of Jesus Coloring Book Devotional is printed on an individual page (i.e., there is nothing on the back of the page) so you can color or paint your pages to your heart’s delight without worrying about shadowing or bleed-through. This is a thick, quality book – a joy to own!
What I like most about this book is that there is something for everyone: Scripture to inspire, a devotional to reflect upon, journaling prompts to help us apply the lessons we are learning, and, of course, beautiful illustrations to color!
The Parables of Jesus Coloring Book Devotional provides a creative way to reflect upon the Bible. It’s the perfect gift to share with a friend.
About The Creators
Laura James has been a professional artist and illustrator for over 20 years. In addition to painting sacred images from various religions, she portrays women, families, and everyday life, blending intricate patterns, text, vibrant colors, and surreal imagery. She is best known for her illustrations in an award-winning edition of the Book of the Gospels lectionary. Her style is reminiscent of Ethiopian Christian Art.
Katara Washington Patton has written and edited Christian books for children, teens, and adults and has created supplemental materials for books by T.D. Jakes, Beth Moore, and Joyce Meyer. She served as general editor and writer of Aspire: The New Women of Color Study Bible. She holds a M.Div. from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary.
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- Visit the Publisher’s Page.
- The Parables Of Jesus Coloring Book Devotional is available through Amazon.
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The Parables Of Jesus Coloring Book Devotional – Giveaway
Would you like the chance to win a copy of The Parables Of Jesus? Create With Joy is excited to offer one of our US readers a chance to win this wonderful devotional coloring book!
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What a great idea, adults love coloring too. Very relaxing and scripture based, perfect!
Looking forward to coloring and reading the scripture too.
This looks like a very nicely done book. I like the devotional and journaling pages as well.as coloring pages. Thanks to the author/illustrators! I will enter giveaway but I will want to buy a couple of these for friends and myself too.
Coloring is wonderful. Thanks.
love to give this to my sister in law she is into coloring she says it reduces her stress
I love that this combines journaling prompts with coloring pages to really engage readers!
I love to color!
It’s actually the parables themselves. I’ve been thinking about them lately and wondering if I remembered them all or not. This looks like a fun way to refresh my memory.
I love the coloring! 🙂
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I like the idea that the accompanying illustrations can be done or even torn out. Many coloring books disappoint.
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This is one of the best features of this book – I love not having to worry about messing up other pages!
Great for kids or adults.
Thanks for sharing on #FridayFrivolity
What a wonderful and beautiful Coloring Book! Thanks for sharing your review/giveaway at Together on Tuesdays 🙂
I like the parables and of course the coloring would be so nice!
I like that it focuses on the parables.
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Going to love coloring the prayers. I’ve been trying to win these books for a while every place I see them.
The combination of Jesus’ parables and the simple joy of coloring – this is just a wonderful book!
This looks like a great book! Thank you for the giveaway.
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Looks great! Thanks for sharing this at Booknificent Thursday on Mommynificent.com this week! Always a pleasure to have you!
Tina
I love the adult coloring books, and I sure love Jesus! Thanks for your post!
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I would love to have this book. I have a daughter who would really enjoy it, too!
I love that coloring is now a way to have devotions!
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CONGRATS TO THE WINNER!!!