The Mud & The Mirror: Helping Kids See What God Sees Kindle Edition

We were given a new identity, not just a new destination. But you can't live from an identity you were never told you had.After baptism, many children quietly wonder: What just happened? What does it mean to be new? How do I live differently now? Most families celebrate the water — and then go home without the language for what it meant.The Mud & The Mirror gives families the words to walk through those sacred questions together.Written for children ages 5–10, this beautifully illustrated Christian book follows Journey and Grace, two siblings discovering what God says about who they are—and how His truth shapes the way they live.A Thoughtful Resource for Families of FaithThe Mud & The Mirror is especially meaningful for:Families whose children were recently baptizedParents preparing children for baptismFaith-filled gifts for milestone momentsFamily devotional time (10 nights or 10 weeks)Sunday school and children’s ministryHomeschool Bible studyWhat’s InsideThis 10-chapter Christian children’s book invites families into gospel-centered conversations through story, Scripture, and reflection.Each chapter includes:An engaging story children can follow easilyA key Scripture verse (ICB & NLT)A short affirmation children can speak aloudGentle discussion questions that open hearts, not test knowledge“Conversation Pages” designed for deeper family dialogueWhy This Book Is DifferentUnlike traditional Bible storybooks, The Mud & The Mirror focuses on identity, not just information.Through the metaphor of a muddy mirror being cleaned, children learn that sin tried to cover their true identity—but God has always seen the treasure beneath and never stopped loving them.This story helps children understand who they are in Christ, not just what happened in the Bible.What You’ll Discover TogetherMade on Purpose — Identity in God’s imageWhat Went Wrong? — Understanding sinWhy Jesus Came — Our worth revealedThe Old Is Gone! — What baptism meansA Mirror Made New — Transformation in ChristShine Your Light — Living differentlySqueezed Like an Orange — Faith under pressureWalking the Narrow Way — Choosing JesusOverflow! — Living from God’s fullnessThe Celebration — Embracing your identityBonus Resources IncludedFor the Journey Ahead — bridging story to real lifeTo You, Little One — a personal message to young readersFinal words for parentsA family prayer and spoken blessingScripture reference guideFrom the Author“I was inspired to write this book after my own children’s baptism. As we walked through the days that followed, I realized they needed more than a celebration—they needed understanding. This book is for every family walking that same journey.”A meaningful, faith-centered resource for families, classrooms, and homes—rooted in Christ and designed to grow with your child. Read more