Pawverbs for a Cat Lover's Heart: Inspiring Stories of Feistiness, Friendship, and Fun

by Jennifer Marshall Bleakley

Cats aren't just cute and cuddly; they also have a lot to teach us about life.

Our cats are our companions--they love us deeply, are always honest with us (sometimes too honest), and are there for us when we need them most. There is no sound in the world quite as soothing as the purr of a contented cat by our side.

But cats are even more than our companions--they can be our wise teachers, sharing lessons that stay in our hearts forever. Cats show us the importance of trusting the people we love; they model how to live with confident authenticity; and they inspire us to overcome obstacles that stand in our way. Ultimately, God has given us animals to point us to Himself--to the One who is always there and who loves us unconditionally, right where we are.

Pawverbs for a Cat Lover's Heart is a collection of stories with beautiful photographs, each featuring a real-life animal and sharing a principle from the book of Proverbs. You'll not only find inspiring and heartwarming tales, but also spiritual truths to touch your heart and remind you of God's unfailing love, wisdom, and grace.

Genres: Animals, Christian

256 pages, Hardcover

Published October 4, 2022

About the author

Jennifer Marshall Bleakley is the author of Joey, Project Solomon, and the Pawverbs devotional series. She has a master’s degree in mental health counseling and worked for several years as a grief counselor. Jen loves writing stories about the ways animals can teach us about ourselves, each other, and about God—and how they can even point our hearts toward hope.
Jen lives in Raleigh, NC with her talented software engineer/wood-working husband, their two rapidly growing teenagers, and her very needy golden retriever. You can connect with her online at jenniferbleakley.com or on social media @jenbleakley

Reviews

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the short little stories and prayers for each one!! I would start my day by reading one story. This was a gift given to me by my mom, and now I am going to turn around and gift it to someone else. :)

[Betsy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute little stories.

[Marjorie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book as a Goodreads Giveaway and found it enjoyable and inspirational. It is good daily devotional. Each chapter starts with a Bible verse, then has a heartwarming short story about a cat, and ends with questions for reflection. It also has beautiful photos of cats throughout the book. I recommend it for Christians who love cats and kittens.

[Tara · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a sensational devotional, packed with unique and uplifting lessons only a cat can offer!! After all Gods angels can have whiskers! Perfect for you or the cat lover in your life.

[Pwagner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent! I bought this book as a gift for a friend and just had to read it before I mailed it. The stories are fun and the devotionals are short but thought provoking. My cat loving friend is going to love this book!

[Allison Carlisle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very informative and was able to even take a few notes in my bible study journal, its nice to see the way of God in others perspective so if you don't have a idea about him then, then you might have a idea of him now.

[Matthew Clark · Rating 5 out of 5]

An inspirational, adorable, and well-written collection of stories that will heal the heart and are good for the soul. The underlying Biblical passages are very helpful, and add a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this one.

[Robert Garcia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great short stories to lift you up.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very sweet devotional. Each chapter began with a verse from Proverbs and the story was an example of it in action as demonstrated by cats. A lovely reminder that cats are angels on Earth.

[Lorna · Rating 3 out of 5]

The photographs of the cats were fantastic. The "stories" not so much. It was a stretch to find insights from the Proverbs.

[Lori Benson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Heartwarming daily devotionals. I just liked the dog one better. :)

[Sarah Vigorito · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved it!

[Katie Seehusen · Rating 5 out of 5]

A cute devotional with 50 stories related to cats.

[MK · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful 😻 And I liked reading all the psalms as well. It's a good way to connect people like me to God who aren't necessarily religious.