Bible Story Time with Mimi

episode 41: The Evergreen Wood, Part 1, by Alan and Linda Parry

The Evergreen Wood, An Adaptation of the Pilgrim's Progress for Children by Alan and Linda Parry, published by Thomas Nelson Publishers

Read by Mimi, with Benjamin (10 )and Avery (7) (1.28.2022)

"A retelling for children of Pilgrim's Progress features a little mouse named Christopher, who must summon all his courage to overcome the hawks, weasels, rats, and other predators he meets on the way to the Evergreen Wood. To survive it, Christopher has to draw on reserves of courage he didn't know he had. He also meets unexpected friends, whose advice, generosity, and sacrifice help him on his way. For the easy roads are the most dangerous of all, and few who start the journey reach its end."

episode 40: Sammy and His Shepherd, by Susan Hunt, chapter 1 & 2

Sammy and His Shepherd, by Susan Hunt, chapter 1 & 2

Published by Reformation Trust

Read by Mimi

"In Sammy and His Shepherd, veteran children’s writer Susan Hunt takes youngsters on a delightful trip through Psalm 23 from the point of view of a sheep named Sammy.

Sammy lives happily under the care of his faithful shepherd. But one day he meets a sheep from another flock, one who lives in misery because her shepherd is not so caring. Eventually, to the delight of both of them, Sammy’s shepherd buys the needy little sheep for his flock and gives her a name―Precious. Thereafter, Sammy tells Precious all the wonderful things about their shepherd. At first, Precious has a hard time believing that the shepherd can be so good. But eventually, as she sees the shepherd pouring out his energies for the good of his flock, she comes to trust him, for she sees that he loves his sheep unconditionally and sacrificially.

Each chapter of Sammy and His Shepherd is an exploration of a passage from Psalm 23. As they work through the book, children will grow in their understanding of the metaphors the psalmist used in composing this beloved poem. But more important, they will gain a deeper appreciation for the one who is the subject of the psalm: the Good Shepherd, Jesus Christ. Captivating illustrations by Corey Godbey help Sammy and Precious come to life for children. A special section in the back of the book provides Bible passages, discussion questions, and activities to reinforce the lessons of each chapter."

episode 39: The Christmas Promise by Alison Mitchell

Recorded with Henry, age 4

episode 38: The Biggest Story ABC by Kevin DeYoung (with Henry & Silas ages 4 & 2)

episode 37: David & Goliath from the Rhyme Bible by LG Sattgast (with Henry & Silas, ages 4 & 2)

episode 36: Jonah Goes to Nineveh (with Henry and Silas, ages 4 and 2)

from the Rhyme Bible by LG Sattgast

episode 35: Jonah from Jesus Storybook Bible

Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd Jones

episode 34: Daniel and the Lions. The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name by Sally Lloyd Jones

The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name, by Sally Lloyd-Jones

"While other kids’ Bibles contain stories from the Old and New Testaments, The Jesus Storybook Bible tells the Story beneath all the stories in the Bible, pointing to Jesus as our Savior. From the Old Testament through the New Testament, as the Story unfolds, children will clearly see that Jesus is at the center of God's great story of salvation—and at the center of their story too."

Published by ZonderKidz

episode 32: That Little Voice in Your Head, Learning About Your Conscience ... by Andrew David Naselli. (recorded with Henry age 4)

When that little voice in your head tells you that you shouldn’t be doing what you’re doing, do you listen to it? Emma is a little girl whose Mommy explains to her that the little voice in her head is her conscience – a gift from God that tells her whether something is wrong or right. She explains how we can have a clean conscience because of Jesus, and how we train our consciences to work better by understanding the Bible.

published by CF4Kids

episode 31: Adam Raccoon in Lost Woods (Parables for Kids) by Glen Keane (with Henry, age 4)

Adam Raccoon learns a lesson about caring too much for material things.

published by Chariot Family Pub (June 1, 1987)