Book Review: Fruit Full: 100 Family Experiences for Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit by Christie Thomas

 

One of my favorite things about this book is the simple, yet engaging way the Fruit of the Spirit is presented to children. I would recommend it for ages 5-12, but could use it for a whole family devotion with multiple ages. Christie Thomas sets forth exactly what the Fruit of the Spirit is and how to have it in our lives. Hint, it's not by working hard at it! She gives 100 devotions to help children learn to abide in Christ and eventually understand that abiding in Christ is the secret to having the Fruit of the Spirit. Each devotion starts with a Bible verse, a relevant story, ways to incorporate into daily life, discussion questions and a prayer. There are 10 devotions for each "fruit": Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control. There is list at the beginning of each section with ideas for hands on growth activities: Memorize, Write, Draw, Pray, Research, Imagine, Play, Sing, Ask, and Speak. This is a great guide for kids about Christian living with the Fruit of the Spirit in daily life.

I highly recommend this book for you to use during family devotions or any other time that you have to share Jesus with your kids.  It's very unique and it explains the fruit of the Spirit in kid language with plenty of activities to draw them in and make them think.  I plan to use this with my own children who are 10 and 13.  And I find that I'm learning more about abiding in Christ too.  

Be sure to check out Christie Thomas' website: Little Shoots Deep Roots

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