Pairables 2, 53 short stories that link to the Bible's New Testament Written by Jas Lonnquist

Pairables 2 is a collection of lively short stories that pair with Bible accounts - a fresh, inviting path for children ages 6 - 14 to explore God's word!

Contests, camp, crafts, danger, fun... Talia, now age 14, Mika, 11, and Chloe, 8, are back with more adventures! Through good times and challenges, they discover treasure in God's word - truth that sets their hearts free! Each short story is a modern parable that pairs with an account in the Bible or an age-appropriate Bible history book. Because the action in the stories takes place among the children, the stories are inclusive of children in every type of home or life situation including traditional homes, foster care, single parent, grandparent-led home, and more. Pairables 2 is warmly welcoming to all children with no barriers to understanding they are precious and seen by a wonderful God who loves them deeply!

Here's an example of how story, scripture, and life application work together in each chapter of Pairables 2:

* In "Message Gone Viral", a video of Mika being thrown from her bike but saved by her bike helmet goes viral on social media. As it draws reactions, both good and bad, she understands the message is too important not to share.

Pairs with: Gospel accounts - Jesus' parable of sowing seed

Jesus' parable of sowing seed teaches us we have a message too important not to share. We can't control how that message of salvation is received, but Jesus promises there will be a good harvest.

Each story includes:

• A reference pairing the story to an account in the Bible or a Bible history book.
• A verse to remember
• Thinky-thought life connections
• An encouraging prayer starter
• A whimsical illustration by teen artist Miley Joy

Also included:

• A topical index of Bible verses cited in the book - more than 120 in all!
• A "Do you need help" page
• Bible history pairing chart, free online access
• Curriculum plans for schools, homeschools, and Sunday schools, free online access

Jesus used parables to teach people because engaging stories make truth easier to understand and remember - as much as 70% better retention according to recent studies. When minds and imaginations are engaged, interest and retention soar!

The Bible is not too hard, too big, or too complicated for children to understand and love. Help your child, grandchild, or students start their Bible journey today with Pairables 2!

For stories that pair with the Old Testament, check out award-winning Pairables, 53 short stories that pair with the Bible's Old Testament!