Author: Rousseaux Brasseur
Illustrator: Sian James
Genre: Christian Picture Book
Prime Audiences: Children Both Unfamiliar and Familiar with the Gospel
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Publication Year: 2025
The Good News of Easter: Celebrating the Glory of the Resurrection Story is an account of the events of Jesus's death, burial, and resurrection. Written in rhyming verse that incorporates words from Scripture, Rousseaux Brasseur's narrative begins with Jesus's triumphal entry into Jerusalem and ends with His ascension after His resurrection. Sian James's illustrations capture the action, tone, and mood of the events. And while the book does not explain or depict every violent detail of Christ's sufferings, it is an appropriate telling of the Passion for younger readers that communicates the love of God and the fulfillment of His plan of salvation for fallen humanity through Christ's death and resurrection. And the final text of the book are Jesus's words to Martha, the sister of Lazurus, from John 11:25-26, an invitation to believe in Him.
This is an excellent picture book that will minister to its readers, both young and older!
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