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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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