1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 SummaryIn this episode, Lexa shares her inspiring journey of writing her first children's book, 'God Chose Me,' and discusses the importance of teaching children about their unique creation by God. We explore themes of self-acceptance, God's intentional design, and how to nurture a positive self-image in young kids. &amp;nbsp; Key Topics The inspiration behind 'God Chose Me' Teaching children about God's intentional creation Balancing self-esteem with humility The role of rhyme and illustration in children's books Real-life stories of children embracing their uniqueness Takeaways Children need a strong foundation of understanding that they are uniquely created by God. It's important to celebrate differences without fostering pride or entitlement. Rhyme in children's books should be carefully crafted to enhance engagement and memorability. Illustrations can powerfully convey emotions and messages in children's literature. Personal stories from parents highlight the importance of acceptance and love. Sound Bites &quot;Nothing about you is a mistake.&quot; &quot;You are uniquely, intentionally created by God.&quot; &quot;Kids can be whatever they want to be.&quot; Chapters 00:00 Introduction to 'God Chose Me' 02:35 The Inspiration Behind the Book 05:40 Balancing Self-Esteem and Faith 08:01 The Role of Illustrations in Children's Books 10:31 Embracing Individual Differences 14:05 Real-Life Stories and Their Impact 16:32 Resources and Conclusion Resources God Chose Me on Amazon Paraclete Press - Publisher Sparking Everyday Discipleship http://booksthatspark.libsyn.com/website <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/41945865/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/bc90ce/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/content/203718715