His Mighty Warrior: A Treasure Map from Your King [Hardcover]

Sheri Rose Shepherd (Author)

Book Description

Release date: October 16, 2007 | Age Range: 4 and up

How do you captivate the heart of a boy?

With words from a loving God about the courageous man of honor he will one day be. He dreams of imaginary castles, knights, and daring adventures–but he is already the child of a real King, and a part of a real kingdom! In a beautifully illustrated, two-way conversation between that King and his warrior-child, His Mighty Warrior offers the truth about what it really means to grow up strong, brave and true.

From best selling author Sheri Rose Shepherd, here is a thoughtful gift for reading to–or with–that special boy in your life.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Best selling author of His Little Pricess has now written a book for little boys, His Mighty Warrior. Sheri Rose Shepherd was named the #1 show of the year on Focus on the Family with Dr. James Dobson. Her book, Life is Not a Dress Rehearsal is endorsed by Women of Faith speakers Patsy Claremont, Barbara Johnson, and Thelma Wells. Her inspiring life story and books have been featured on Lifetime Television for Women and NBC’s Inside Edition.

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CHOSEN BY THE KING

My Son,
I have chosen you to do something great for my kingdom. You are not just a boy—you are a child of the King, and I am your Father in heaven. I want you to know that I am the same God who chose King David when he was just a little boy, and I have chosen you to show the world who I am. I will give you all you will ever need to conquer and accomplish the mission I have for you. Never forget who you are or who I am, and you will become a strong and mighty warrior for me.

Love,
Your King and Father in heaven

For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth to be his people, his treasured possession. DEUTERONOMY 7:6

Dear God,
Help me to remember that you chose me and I am yours. Please use each day of my life to prepare me to be great in your kingdom. Thank you for picking me out to be a warrior for you! In Jesus’s name I pray, amen.



A PLAN AND A PURPOSE

My Mighty Warrior,
I have a powerful plan for you, my son. I know you are just a young boy, but so was King David when I chose him to become the future king. Little did he know while he was faithfully protecting and caring for sheep that I was preparing him to protect and care for my people one day. Right now I have placed people in your life and given you special jobs to prepare you for your purpose in life. Be faithful in the little things and I will make you great in my kingdom.

Love,
Your King, who has a plan for you

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
JEREMIAH 29:11


Dear God,
Help me to work hard and be faithful at all the things you give me to do. Give me a heart that wants to do the
things you planned out for me long ago. I know I’m still young, but I am mighty because of you! In Jesus’s name I pray, amen.

Product Details

• Age Range: 4 and up
  
• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Multnomah Books (October 16, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 160142034X
• ISBN-13: 978-1601420343
• Product Dimensions: 0.6 x 6.6 x 8.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,420 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #5 in Books > Children's Books > Religions > Inspirational
  • #11 in Books > Children's Books > Religions > Christianity > Prayer
  • #11 in Books > Children's Books > Religions > Christianity > Devotional

More About the Author

Best-selling Author, Speaker, Teacher, Humorist

Sheri Rose has a very refreshing way of bringing the Word of God to life. She knows how to renew the Eternal Hope in our hearts. Her speaking style is humorous, heartwarming and inspires every one to make their life count for eternity.

Sheri Rose is a woman who can relate to almost any woman's battle. This former Mrs. United States grew up in a dysfunctional home and was severely overweight as a teen. As a young woman, she battled depression and an eating disorder. She understands the pain that comes from a broken home and she knows what it means to fight for freedom from your past. In spite of an English teacher telling her she was "born to lose" and a learning disorder--Dyslexia--Sheri Rose has (in God's strength) written best-selling books, founded His Princess Ministries and speaks to tens of thousands each year at churches and women's conferences like the Extraordinary Women Tour.

Her Joy for the Lord, humorous heart-warming stories mixed with truth and transparency renews our Faith by reminding us how much we are truly loved and adored by our Father in heaven. Once you heard Sheri Rose speak you will never again doubt that you are..."God's Chosen Princess"... here for a divine purpose!

She lives in Southern California with her husband of 22 years and their daughter.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 31 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Real Treasure October 19, 2007

By itsjustme

Format:Hardcover

Today's boys are fascinated by pirates. Best-selling author Sheri Rose Shepherd uses this to great advantage in His Mighty Warrior, a new sort of devotional, filled with 128 pages of "letters from God."

Boys will first be enticed by the 18th century-style map at the front and back of this book, and the imagination-inspiring illustrations of sailors on islands and tall ships by Lisa Marie Browning. Then they'll discover down-to-earth, kid-friendly "letters from God" on each two-page spread, accompanied by a related Bible verse and a simple prayer. For example, here's the first letter in the book:

"My Son,
I have chosen you to do something great for my kingdom. You are not just a boy - you are a child of the King and I am your Father in heaven. I want you to know that I am the same God who chose King David when he was just a little boy, and I have chosen you to show the world who I am. I will give you all you will ever need to conquer and accomplish the mission I have for you. Never forget who you are or who I am, and you will become a strong and mighty warrior for me.
Love,
Your King and Father in heaven"
Deut. 7:6 is then quoted, and a four sentence prayer follows.

Topics in this book include God's purpose for our lives, the importance of prayer, developing character, the power of promises, courage, being tender, the power of words, respecting rules, being your best, fighting the good fight, honoring others, dealing nobly with money, dealing with disappointment and anger, telling the truth, being a server, bragging and boasting, dealing with fear, failure, loving your enemies, giving revenge to the Lord, obeying parents, "when bad things happen," "death is not the end," and much more.

What I Like: This book is filled with loving, biblical advice, and the illustrations are ideal for adventure-loving boys. There is so much to learn here, and the presentation is terrific.

What I Dislike: Nothing.

Overall Rating: Excellent.

Kristina Seleshanko, editor of Christian Children's Book Review ( ccbreview at blogspot dot com )

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Sheri Rose Shepherd "His Mighty Warrior" Is Awesome February 23, 2008

By Crystal Adams

Format:Hardcover

My son, who I struggle with to get him to read, couldn't put the book down. He kept saying "Mom, I'm on page 9!" "Now I'm on page 30"
His eyes were full and he kept smiling. He knew it was God speaking to him telling him what his purpose in life is. That God needs and depends on him. Most importantly, that my son is not in it alone. That God is with him every step of the way.
My son feels so loved from reading that book.
Kids need to feel important by their parents but when they know God thinks their princes and princesses. Wow! Nothing can top that.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful way to connect and talk about God's Word February 26, 2008

By D. Bratton

Format:Hardcover

I bought this for my 9 year old son (and it's princess counterpart for my 4 year old daughter). I have found it to be a wonderful part to add to our bedtime routine that doesn't take long but imparts profound wisdom. The letters to the boys "from God" really speak to their identities as young men and gives a parent the opportunity to put to words the different personality traits we hope our children grow up with.