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BookWorthy Chats with Rebecca Galeskas
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In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Rebecca Galeskas about her picture book, 'Little Lion Puts on the Armor of God.' The conversation explores the inspiration behind the book, the deeper meanings of scripture, and the importance of conveying faith-based messages to children. Rebecca shares her journey as a writer, her literary influences, and what readers can expect next from her work.
Takeaways
The book was inspired by Rebecca's son, Judah.
Rebecca emphasizes the importance of using scripture in daily life.
The story of Little Lion teaches children about the armor of God.
Rebecca aims to help children make a head-to-heart connection with God.
The writing process was a meditative practice for Rebecca.
Rebecca believes in the importance of understanding the bigger picture of the gospel.
The book communicates that God loves children for who they are.
Rebecca has always considered herself a writer since childhood.
The complexities of relationships are mirrored in classic literature.
Rebecca is working on a sequel about Little Lion and the Fruit of the Spirit.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Little Lion
02:01 The Inspiration Behind the Book
05:10 Exploring the Armor of God
08:36 The Deeper Meaning of Scripture
11:12 Key Messages for Children
12:53 Rebecca's Journey as a Writer
17:08 Literary Influences and Favorites
20:23 What's Next for Rebecca Galeskas
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