I Am: 40 Bible Stories, Devotions, and Prayers About the Names of God

by Diane Stortz

I 40 Reasons to Trust God will help children develop an understanding of God's character and His love for them. As they grow to know, love, and trust the great I Am through these 40 stories, devotions, and prayers, they will learn the many names and titles of God. Creator. Comforter. Healer. Friend. God's names tell us who He is, what He is like, and what He does. Written by Diane Stortz, I 40 Reasons to Trust God covers 40 of the Bible’s many names and descriptive titles for God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit, including? Jehovah Jireh , The Lord My Shepherd , Immanuel , Rabbi ,?and? I Am .? Children ages 4–8 will This go-to Bible storybook is great for

Genres: Christian, Childrens, Picture Books, Nonfiction, Parenting, Faith, Christianity

224 pages, Hardcover

First published February 2, 2016

About the author

Born in Detroit and raised in Southern California, Diane Stortz has lived in Cincinnati, OH, since graduating from Arizona State University with a BA in journalism. For ten years she led the book group at Standard Publishing as editorial director.

Diane now runs Izzy's Office, where she edits books and writes for children and adults. Her goal: encouraging you to read, learn, love, and live God's Word, the Bible.

Izzy's Office is named for Diane's first house rabbit, Isabella. A petite Dutch rabbit named Pepe ruled the office for six years too. He liked to nudge her feet for attention when she was at her computer and (he thought) ignoring him.

Diane is married and has two married daughters and three grandsons. These days Diane devotes time to baby care rather than bunny care. Two baby boys joined the family this year!

When she's not writing or editing, Diane enjoys walking, gardening, and planning her next trip to visit her grandkids.

Reviews

[Emily · Rating 2 out of 5]

A lot of this book is fine. The writing is reasonably engaging, and the illustrations are pretty nice. It's not what I expected; it's a Bible story book that uses names of God as a loose framing device more than it is focused on the names themselves. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, just not what I thought it would be.

Here's my problem: There's a fine line between telling stories with uncomfortable or disturbing elements in a way that keeps them appropriate for children and changing the story because you've removed or completely altered those elements. This book kept crossing that line.

Like changing Adam and Eve's reaction to eating the forbidden fruit to leave out them noticing they were naked. Kids can tell they're naked from the illustrations. They've probably already pointed it out to anyone reading the book to them and giggled about it. Ignoring it in the text doesn't make it go away.

Or the tenth plague: "But then God sent one last terrible trouble, and many Egyptians died. Pharaoh changed his 'No, no, no!' to 'Get out! Go!' God had already told his people to be ready to leave that night. They followed Moses and hurried out of Egypt." What amazing lessons this loses about obedience and trust and parallels that can help children grasp the necessity and importance of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross.

The one that bothered me most was the story of Naaman. Instead of the suggestion for how Naaman could be healed coming from a captive slave girl, "A young Israelite girl worked as a servant to Naaman's wife." Not only do you lose so much depth of compassion and forgiveness when you phrase it that way, this doesn't just brush over something uncomfortable, it changes it entirely.

It is not bad to give children tastes of Bible stories that are sad or confusing. Let them begin to process those questions in ways they can handle so they can grow into deeper understanding as they mature. Even very young children can face truly terrible events in their own lives; a theology that brushes past hurt in the world does them no favors.

Children vary wildly, of course, and some are much more sensitive than others. But if you don't think you can teach a very sensitive child a Bible story without watering it down so much you've changed it, maybe it's something you need to hold off on until they're more ready to hear it. I would rather do that than teach children incorrect interpretations they'll have to unlearn later.

There are ways to give children truth without traumatizing them. This isn't it.

[Felicia follum · Rating 5 out of 5]

My three year old loves this book!!

pros: The names are so fun and such a great way to share the Biblical narrative through story.

the difference sections per story are interesting and the "What's it Mean" sections have been super relatable for the little guy.

I LOVE the way there's a 2-3 sentence description between stories.

cons: the banner blurbs and sections feel a bit clunky. I'm not sure when to read the little banner flag points.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a wonderful addition to any believer’s library. It is marketed towards children but I found it to be very enjoyable as well.

I Am journeys through both the Old and the New Testaments, featuring stories from the Bible where God’s many names have been used…names like “my rock”, “my light”, “cornerstone”, and “friend”…the book shares in a very accessible way the many attributes of God and why we can trust Him.

Each story is titled with the name of God that the story focuses on. They are illustrated with adorable illustrations and begin with the verse references from the Bible…they then go into the story, which is then followed by a section titled, “what does it mean?”, which is the application part of the story. Finally, there is a “learn more” and “what happened next?” section that provide even more information on the story.

The book is beautiful and would make a very nice gift. It is a hardcover with a glitter sheen on the cover (the waves of the Red Sea are sparkling). It also includes a ribbon bookmark that would be very convenient if this is being used as a bedtime or daily devotional.

I highly recommend this book, it is a winner!

I received a copy of this book from the author/publisher to read and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Marilyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I AM: 40 Reasons to Trust God is a magnificent Bible Story book focusing on the Names of God for children. Old and New Testament stories are included from God being the Creator to The Kings of Kings. Parents will be able to simplify the stories for younger children to understand and expand on how each name for God has been seen in their own lives to older ones. The devotionals, prayers and questions and meaning of the Name enlighten the story even more. Children will love the beautiful illustrations throughout the book including the glittery cover.

This book is perfect to use for children’s church, Sunday School, children’s day camps to teach young children the many names of God and why He is to be trusted. I AM will make a lovely gift any time of the year whether presenting to parents or to a child.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and Celebrate Lit and was under no obligation to post a positive review. I have expressed my own opinion.

[Emma Filbrun · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a beautiful Bible story book. I really like the way it is laid out, with each chapter centered around a different name of God. The pictures are very nice, too. They are slightly cartoon-style, but not so much as to be offensive to me. Some of the features I especially appreciated were the pronunciations for the Hebrew names of God, and the introduction at the end of each story, leading into the next story.
I received a free copy of this book from CelebrateLit, and these are my honest thoughts about it.

[Chelsea Hughes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved reading through this Bible with my son. The illustrations are lovely and it contained scripture that is sometimes left out of other kid’s Bibles. It was so enriching to explore the Hebrew names of God, relate them to a biblical story, and then tie up with a devotional and prayer. So powerful to speak His names & my faith was deepened in the process.

[Natalie Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a wonderful book. Love reading about the names of God to my kids.

[Amanda Geaney · Rating 5 out of 5]

For parents who are eager to expand their child(ren)’s understanding of God — His character and nature — I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God serves as a wonderful launch pad. Over the course of 40 short stories, Diane Stortz helps kids make the connection between the names of God and how He embodies or fulfills each one. From Genesis (Elohim: Creator) to Revelation (King of Kings) the names of God are presented in context, with enthusiasm and reverence.

Visually, this book is stunning! Online shoppers will not fully appreciate the book until they hold it in their hands. Only then will they see how the turquoise foil lettering of “I AM” as well as the 3D iridescent glitter make the cover pop. As with Word’s to Dream On, also by the author illustrator duo of Stortz and Le Feyer, the stories are complemented by vibrant and dramatic illustrations. It would truly make a delightful gift or complement an Easter basket.

Stortz recounts 40 stories, each representing one of His names – combining biblical accounts and condensing scripture to deliver a storybook well suited for 4 to 8 year old children. I can think back to how my children handled books when they were younger, and appreciate the thicker, more tear resistant pages of this book. Even with children at the upper end of the recommended ages, who can read the bible for themselves, I believe this book to be valuable for gaining insight into meanings and where names for God originate in scripture. Additionally, the “What Does It Mean?” sections, which serve as devotionals, are appropriate for their level of maturity.

Studying the names of God is a great way to expand your child’s understanding of His character and nature. I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God is just what I’ve been looking for —a catalyst to worship.

**I received this book free as a member of the BookLookBloggers review program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

[Sara Hollar · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has a great idea: introducing children to the Names of God. We love this author and the illustrations are fantastic! What I did not love is that she tried to write BOTH a Bible storybook and a teaching book (for lack of a better word) in one. The book walks through the Bible and covers major stories (good) and also teaches about 40 names of God (good). However when she tried to weave those two together, it just wasn't always seamless. It felt forced at times. "Here's the Bible story. Now, let's try to push that through this hole of the name of God we're discussing." It fell flat on more than one occasion. I will say, we are walking through the I Am Devotional book, which covers the same 40 names but in 100 small devotionals. I'm hoping this helps reinforce what we (sort of) learned about God's names in the original I Am book. I do recommend this book, just cautiously.

[Glenys Nellist · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a beautiful storybook Bible for children! Beginning with the 'Creator' in Genesis, and ending with the 'King of Kings' in Revelation, Diane Stortz identifies forty different names for God, and skillfully crafts a Bible story around each one. The gorgeous illustrations, coupled with sections on 'What Does It Mean?', 'Learn More', and 'What Happened Next' truly make this book stand out. 'I Am' belongs on every child's bookshelf. A worthy five stars.

[Rachel's Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full review soon.

GORGEOUS illustrations. Extremely reminiscent of Dreamworks biblically inspired films. Keeping it forever just for the art.

[Cara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the perfect devotional to read at the breakfast table with my sons (ages 7 & 4).

[Sandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wanted to start a daily devotion with my kids. But I was struggling because I had this idea that I needed to create the devotions from scratch. I needed to pick the topic, and research it, and plan a lesson, and maybe even have activities to go along with it. And I just kept thinking about the amount of work that would go into something like that. I wondered where I would find time to research and plan such a thing. I thought about using an existing devotion, but theology differs so much from denomination to denomination that I was afraid of buying something and having to filter the content for them. But ultimately, I decided that I couldn't keep putting this off. So I researched some children's devotionals, and I kept coming across this one.

First, how beautiful is this cover? The illustrations in this book is one of the first things that attracted me to this book. I remember some of the children's Bible books that I was exposed to as a child, and I remember thinking that I didn't enjoy looking at them. This book is beautiful. Really engaging and gorgeous artwork all the way through.

I couldn't think of a better place to start a devotion with my children than about who God is...His character...His story...His pursuit of man. I wanted not just a bunch of children's stories to tell them: creation, Noah and the flood, and David and Goliath. Those are great, but I wanted to show them the WHY behind it all...the WHO. We don't get as much out of the stories if we're not focusing on God and His part in it all.

Doctrinely, I didn't find anything that I disagreed with until maybe the last one or two that were focused upon Revelation, which is the most controversial book in the entire Bible.

Most importantly, I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God created a dialogue between myself and my children. We conversed and discussed God and spiritual things and questions more than any other time. My son, who we have struggled with behavior issues, was the most interested. He requested this devotion frequently as our bedtime story, whereas my daughter would sometimes groan. Even if the kids weren't excited about reading from the book, it still sparked discussion more than not using anything had in the past. I can count that alone as a win. For me, I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God was a win all around and deserves 5 Stars. If you're looking for a family or children's devotion--especially a first one--I highly recommend this book. Have you read I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God? What did you think? Let me know!

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the moment I first opened Diane Stortz’s “I AM: 40 Reasons to Trust God”, I knew that it was going to be spectacular. If you can, I recommend getting the hardcover version because the embossing on the front cover and the sparkling waves just can’t be conveyed on Kindle. There is a nice blue ribbon bookmark inside, as well. All of the pages are in full color and are gorgeously illustrated with figures and scenes that will appeal to young readers. The format is well-executed, with the book divided into two sections: the Old Testament and the New Testament. For the former, the name of God is given in English and then Hebrew, with a pronunciation (which I found very useful), such as The Lord My Rock (Jehovah Tsuri), and for the New Testament, with a few exceptions, the English name is given, such as the Good Shepherd. This is followed by a Scripture verse and Bible story, noting which chapters of the Bible the story comes from; a key point; a What Does It Mean section that connects the story to kids’ experiences today; a brief prayer; other Scripture verses that explore the same theme; and a short What Happened Next paragraph that explains how God is working and how this story ties into the following one.

For a medium-length children’s book, “I AM” is a respectable compendium that highlights many of the main stories from both the Old and New Testaments. Some of those which are not directly focused on, such as Noah’s ark, are told in the What Happened Next sections. This is not a substitute for the Bible, nor is it meant to be, but rather a supplement that allows kids and their guardians to connect some of the many names of God with familiar Bible accounts. I learned new Hebrew names just reading it myself as an adult! Because it is a children’s book, the stories are naturally toned down and do not include all of the mature details, but they still demonstrate conflict and how God fights for us, as with David and Goliath and Daniel and the lion’s den. I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to young readers and to families who are able to read it to their little ones.

I received a complimentary copy of this book through Celebrate Lit and was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are my own.

[Deana Dick · Rating 5 out of 5]

I must comment on the cover of this children’s book. It will catch the eye of children with the glitter that pops out and the beautiful and vivid colors that are used on the front cover. The illustrations go perfectly with each Bible story in the book. This book could be read together as a family or for an older child that is able to read on their own. I think it would make a wonderful gift and I plan on giving it to my first grandchild who was born a few days ago. Her parents will enjoy sharing these easy to understand stories as she gets older.
I liked how the author tells the stories in a simple way they will understand. I appreciate the ribbon book mark that you can use to hold your place without having to search where you left off. The book is sturdy and will last a very long time. Wouldn’t it be nice to pass this lovely book down through generations?
I did notice that there were little changes in wordings of stories that unsettled me. I first noticed when it said, “God said let us make people in our image. In the Bible it clearly states, “ God formed a man from dust.” He never said let’s make people. The next is when Eve eats from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil.” In this book it says, “God says you can eat from any tree except from the good and knowing tree .” I read each chapter and there were minor word changes. Some of the stories probably should be read by older children and I think it is important to do the little exercise and prayer at the end of each chapter.
Overall I think the book is written closely to what the Bible says. As you read with your child notice anything that may not follow your own Bible. It is important for children to know what the Bible says. I understand that authors writing for younger children want to simplify words. I have no problem with that as long as it does not take away the meaning from the Bible.
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

[Nyla Kay · Rating 5 out of 5]

I AM by author Diane Stortz says it is a book of Bible stories, devotions, and prayers about the names of God. The cover states 40 Reasons to trust God. This is a beautiful book for children beginning with the sparkly cover.

The vividly colored front cover on this hard copy has sparkling waves. Any child will have his or her eyes immediately drawn to it. Inside is a nice blue ribbon bookmark to keep your place. The illustrated are eye-catching and children will be excited to see them.

Like the Bible, this book is divided into two sections, the Old Testament and New Testament. The devotionals are divided into eight parts:

1) A name of God
2) A story from the Bible that illustrates that characteristic of God
3) A key takeaway from the story
4) A "What Does It Mean" section that gives an example from life
5) One or two verses quoted directly from the Bible
6) A "Learn More" section suggesting another Bible passage
7) A short "What Happened Next" paragraph
8) A short prayer

In the Old Testament the name of God is given in English and Hebrew (with pronunciation help). Only English is listed in the New Testament section. The stories are age appropriate and should be easily understood by all children children. Ideally it was written for children ages 4 - 8 years old.

I love that each story points children to God. This is not just a Bible book of stories, but this is a devotional. Each lesson is designed to prepare hearts and minds for Jesus.

I highly recommend this stunning, brilliant, God-glorifying book. All church libraries and Sunday Schools would benefit from having it. This will make a perfect birthday or Christmas gift for a preschool or early elementary child. It gets a 5 out of 5 star rating from me. Celebrate Lit provided a copy, but these are my honest words.

[Becky Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Children’s Bible story book made me squeal with delight when I opened the package. I AM by Diane Stortz and illustrated by Diane Le Feyer is a perfect tool for the grandparent, parent, or church worker who wants to teach their children about God.
Let’s start with the obvious, the visual presentation, because that is what your child will see first. A hardback, with animated full-page pictures, (the cover is astounding!), the illustrations are very appealing to the 4-8 year range the book is intended for.
As a Sunday School teacher for first graders, one thing our Children’s leader taught us is that we want to focus not just on the Bible characters in the Bible story, but GOD’s PROMINENT place in the Bible story. After all, isn’t that what the Bible is all about?
So while this book contains familiar stories, starting with ”Creation”, ”A Sad Day in the Garden, ” ”Promises for Abraham,”; what is being emphasized through specially colored shapes is God’s NAME and the characteristics of God (like ”Creator, ” ”God of Truth-El Emeth, ” God All-Powerful, El-Shaddai, ” etc.
The Bible passage is listed, plus a relevant verse is written out, and there is a application part, ”What Does it Mean?” Plus, there is included a ”learn more” Bible passage and a hint of what is coming next. As I said before, I just love this book that gives 40 names for God. It reveals His character to children, traveling through the Bible with stories, words, and thoughts that will spark your youngster’s imagination and love for our awesome God.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and publisher through Celebrate Lit. This in no way affects my opinions, which are solely my own.

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adults often study the names of God. It isn’t often though that we think to teach children about God’s different names. Diane Stortz has chosen 40 different names or titles for God/Jesus and created devotionals to help teach young elementary children more about our God. Each devotional is focused on one of the names of God. A scripture adaptation, an explanation of the passage, a prayer, and a learn more section are part of each devotional. Each devotional ends with “what happened next” which ties into the next devotional.
Diane Le Feyer’s illustrations are colorful and complement the text well. They have the style of the animated movies Prince of Egypt or Joseph King of Dreams. I did notice that when reading the book in low light (bedside reading lamp), some of the background color / text color combinations made it very difficult to read the text. When I looked at the same pages in daylight, they were somewhat easier to read.
I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God would be a great book for family devotions or bedtime stories. Older elementary children may also be able to use the book as a first “on-my-own” devotional book.
If you place devotionals in your K-12 Christian school library, I Am is one to consider. It definitely could find a place in a classroom or home for devotional times.
I want to thank Celebrate LIt for the complimentary copy of I Am. This is my honest review.

[Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

MY THOUGHTS ON THIS CHILDREN’S BOOK 

I Am is a beautiful Bible story book inside and out. I really like that it teaches children the many names of Jesus. Each lesson has scripture and a Bible story that tells about each name and its meaning and how it relates to their lives. I also like that there are several stories that I don’t see much in children’s Bible story books. The Day of Pentecost is a fun and interesting story that I’m not sure I have seen in any children’s story books, and so think the children will have a great time learning this. There are several more, but I will let you find them when you are reading.

Not only do I like these stories, the illustrations on each page are stunningly beautiful! As I read page after page, I couldn’t help but think of little one as they had the stories read to them, looking at these beautiful pictures. What fun it is to have such pretty pictures to look at. And Oh, the stories your child will be able to tell just from looking at those pictures. I highly recommend I Am by Diane Stortz!

A special thanks to the author/publisher for a copy of this book. I am not required to write a positive review, the opinions here are mine alone. I am disclosing this with my review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

[Donna C · Rating 5 out of 5]

What I think you should know:
I AM: Bible Stories, Devotions and Prayers about the Names of God. is a book of Bible stories for children by Diane Stortz. The book contains Bible stories and illustrations for 40 Names of God. Each name contains scripture, a Bible story, prayers and illustrations.

What I think about this book:
I Love this book, it contains Names of God from the Old and New Testaments. Each Story is easy to understand and explains in part the meaning of the name in a way that is age appropriate for the reader. The Illustrations are beautiful and add to the stories. I wish that I had had a book like this when I was a child. I think that his book will help my son become more familiar with the names.

My sons loved this book, the preteen enjoyed reading it to his brothers and the younger two loved the way the stories were presented as well as the illustrations.

I would recommend this book to any Christian parents as a devotional for family to do together either nightly or weekly with their children. It would also be a great gift for young children who want to learn more about God.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Celebrate Lit, this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own.

[Connie Saunders · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book will immediately grab the attention of children with its attractive hardback cover, beautiful ribbon bookmark, and colorful illustrations, but the content inside is what will continue to keep their attention. Author Diane Stortz shares forty stories from both the Old and New Testament and each of them mentions a different name for God. From Genesis 1-2, when God created the world and was given the name Elohim (Creator), to Revelation 17:14, when He was proclaimed Lord of lords and King of kings, Stortz reveals a new name or descriptive title. She also includes devotions, Bible scripture, and prayers, along with the stories, to further increase understanding.

Reading this beautiful book together provides adults and children the perfect opportunity to discuss God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. Even though "I Am: 40 Reasons to Trust God" was written for young people, I will certainly enjoy using it myself. I also recommend it as a wonderful resource for your church library.

I received a copy of this book from the author and Celebrate Lit. I was under no obligation to write a favorable review. These are my honest thoughts.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great book for children. This has worked wonderfully as a devotional at night before bed. I AM is well written and engaging.

The cover is gorgeous and all of the illustrations inside are more of the same wonderful artwork. It really captivates my children and keeps them listening when otherwise they might have stopped.

I really enjoyed this book myself as well. There is a lot of learning to be done about God and who He is and I love this as it teaches children who God is and 40 of His wonderful names.

This is a book that you’re going to want to keep on your bookshelf for years to come. I also think this would be a good book to have in a church library or in a Sunday School classroom. Happy reading!

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I AM" by Diane Stortz is another Children's book that I am going to keep in my own personal library and I am going to buy the other two books with the same title by her.

I recommend getting the hardcover version because the sparkling waves on the cover is just beautiful and children want to hold books in their hands. There is also a nice blue ribbon bookmark as well. All of the pages are in full color . The book is divided into two sections: the Old Testament, with the name of God given in English and then Hebrew, with a pronunciation, and the New Testament in which the English name is given, such as the Good Shepherd. It has a Scripture verse and Bible story, and key points and prayers that can be repeated. I think adults that are just starting to read the Bible could read this book and then go to where the story is from in the Bible and gain insight from both. Yes, it is ok to use children books to learn from.

I was given a complimentary copy from the author and Celebrate Lit and these opinions are my own.
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[Cheri Swalwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this children’s book. The colors were brilliant and drew me in right away; I believe they will definitely get the attention of kids of all ages as well. The stories are age appropriate, meaning they are easily understood yet not so basic as to bore elementary children. There are introductions to God (and Jesus’) many names with pronunciations, teaching children from a young age that God is also Abba, Jesus is Jehovah Jireh (the God who provides), and more. I love that they are getting that education in a fun way from a young age. The book itself is titled “40 ways to trust God” and I think this is a book that would be a favorite of children. I highly recommend it to many different audiences – mothers of young children, grandmothers, Sunday School teachers, daycare workers in a Christian school, teachers in a Christian setting, and more.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit but was not under any obligation to write a review. All opinions are strictly mine.

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Diane Stortz's books are just a treasure for families to enjoy with their children while learning about the one true God. The book itself is lovely quality that is perfect for a gift for the special child in your life. I recommend ages 5-10. What I love is that it's not just Bible stories- it takes the true accounts from the Bible and ties them back to God and salvation and tells the stories in continuum to show the Bible as one larger story centered around Christ like it should be. The illustrations are absolutely breathtaking! The way the story is told is perfect for children to understand and really get into. It includes Scripture, further reading, a prayer for the day, and questions to consider. I really can't say enough about how wonderful her books are for families to really dive into with their children to enjoy learning about our Savior. Pick a copy up for your family today!


I received a complimentary copy of this book, and all opinions given are entirely my own.

[Patti Pierce · Rating 5 out of 5]

I Am is a beautifully illustrated book for children. Each of the forty entries includes passages of Scripture, stories from the Bible, prayers, as well as suggestions for learning more. This book would be an excellent book for reading with children in your life.

I think one of my favorite parts of this book is the illustrations.  With the bright and vibrant colors, the pictures help bring the stories to life.  I think these illustrations will help capture the attention and imagination of the children while reading this book's devotions.  When our children were younger, I always looked for ones with excellent illustrations in them.

It explains who God is and why we should trust Him. So if you are looking for a devotional book for children in your life, check this book out for yourself.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from CelebrateLit, this in no way influenced my review.  All opinions are my own.

[Dogeared Wanderer · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are an abundance of children's Bible story books but often a lack of focus on God beyond what He does for people. They tend to give kids a moralistic story about how to be good people, rather than pointing out how every person in the Bible falls short and that's why they need a Savior!

What I absolutely love about this book is that it brings out the names of God from Genesis to Revelation, who God is, and how He connects to us. Each chapter highlights a specific attribute or name of God within the context of Bible stories told chronologically. On top of that, the illustrations are beautiful!! The chapters are bite-sized (3-4 pages) but not oversimplified. A great resource for Bible time before bed!

[hannah cottrill · Rating 2 out of 5]

|| 2.5 ⭐️ ||

This is basically a book full of Bible stories from the Old and New Testaments, and the author draws parallels between these stories and the names of God. The only problem was that some of the stories actually have little to do with the names of God that were chosen for that story, and it felt like the story had to be watered down, twisted, added to or taken away from in order for the name to fit. Even some of the stories where the name did fit had important details left out. I think parents would be better off reading most of these stories to their kids straight from the Bible, and explaining it to them in simpler terms if their brains aren’t quite ready for certain details yet.

[Amanda Payne · Rating 3 out of 5]

STRONG CAUTION.

I love studying the names of God - it is so deep and rich! And I was looking forward to an aide for a family study of that. We did learn a lot about the names of God and it can be a good resource for that. HOWEVER: CAUTION! There are a number of INCORRECT statements made in the book! They were all in regards to factual points in plots or character of Bible stories. This is NOT a book to read to your children unless you know the stories very well and can correct those ERRORS. If you can, then you can certainly get a lot out of this but that’s a surprising and disappointing issue.

[Jon Cheek · Rating 3 out of 5]

We read this as a family over the course of the past 2-3 months. Overall, it provided a fun way to teach the kids about God’s character using his different names. We began most chapters by reviewing all of the Hebrew names of God that the book had introduced up to that point. The kids had a lot of fun with that part of it.

The content of the book is probably best for kids between 5 and 9. The idea of the book is creative and helpful. Each name of God has an associated Bible story and then an application section. Several of the lessons seemed that their connection to that specific name of God was a bit of a stretch.