This simple story teaches children the biblical model for praying in Jesus' name and not for their own wants. Kids can take comfort that God hears and answers their prayers when they ask for the things that are important to Him and His Kingdom. Someone told TJ the squirrel that he could ask for anything in Jesus' name and it would happen. All the nuts in the entire forest? Done. Never to have to work hard again? Sure, no problem. To have a big tree house? Why not? All TJ needs to do is ask for anything he wants and make sure to say the magic words, "In Jesus's name." After all, isn't that how prayer works? Your child will learn along with TJ that praying in Jesus' name means asking for what the Bible says is important to Jesus-things like obedience, hard work, and thankfulness-not just whatever we want. Help your child develop a lifelong habit of effective, biblical prayer.

This fun fable teaches children the importance of having self-control and explains how true change—the kind only the great King Jesus can bring—always starts in our hearts.   In the city of Thad, no one is more powerful than King Ira. But Thad has a big problem: Their king has no self-control. When Ira’s anger leads to destruction, Lady Wisdom points the wayward king back to Jesus. After confessing his sins, King Ira is free to serve his people with love, care, and yes, self-control.   More than just a cute bedtime story, King Ira’s tale can lead to meaningful talks with your children about our everyday battle with sin and how we can ask God to help us resist the temptation to act out. This and other great suggestions for family discussions are included in the back of the book.   The King Who Found His Self-Control will engage your children and equip you to teach your young ones more about how King Jesus can rule in their hearts.