God Cares When life is unfair: Joseph and other stories

by Debbie Duncan, Deborah Duncan

Overview

A chapter book retelling the story of Joseph, who was sold into slavery in Egypt by his brothers and unfairly put into prison with additional related snippets from other Bible stories. But God cares, providing guidance, support and hope through the situations. A reassuring story to help older children reflect and talk to people they trust about Joseph’s emotions and experiences, providing guidance for them when they feel life is unfair, including support from God. The ‘God cares’ series provides a Biblical approach to discussing emotions and behaviour with children to nurture an attitude of wellness. Children at different ages approach things differently in their stages of emotional development, so this series works at two different levels: illustrated Readers aimed at 5-7 year olds and Chapter books aimed at 8+ years. Please note that children progress at different reading abilities and stages of emotional development so the age ranges are only a guide for parents and carers. The Bible stories are retold reflecting on the emotions and encourages children to discuss and relate this within their situations. Sections at the back provide a reflective space for children and practical advice for parents and carers. Debbie Duncan, author of The Art of Daily Resilience, Brave and Gifted, is a nurse and a teacher, and mother of four children. She has considerable insight into what constitutes resilience and bravery: the ability to cope, to stay on course, to bounce back. In her books she considers what is required for physical, mental, and spiritual durability, interweaving biblical teaching, prayers, with personal anecdote and sound advice. This she now applies specifically to support parents and carers raising children.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781781284018
Publisher:	SPCK (Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge)
Publication date:	05/21/2021
Series:	God Cares
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	5.12(w) x 7.80(h) x (d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Debbie Duncan is an advanced nurse practitioner and lecturer in nursing; a church leader and minister's wife. She is married to Rev Malcolm Duncan and has a busy family life that includes being mum to their four grown up children.

She is the author of Brave, The Art of Daily Resilience, and The God Cares series.Debbie is also an author of over fifty professional nursing journal articles and two text books in nursing. She writes on a range of issues that often reflect her professional life and personal faith.

Table of Contents

Contents
About the Series 6
Introduction 8
Chapter One: Let’s Meet Joseph 10
Chapter Two: Joseph’s Dreams 16
Chapter Three: Wrongly Accused 22
Chapter Four: Joseph Becomes Egypt’s Governor 32
Chapter Five: What You Can Do 42
Chapter Six: Practical Help for Parents,
Carers, and Teachers

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

" The God Cares series brilliantly helps children understand the emotions of Bible characters while encouraging them to explore their own emotions in the face of similar situations." Bob Hartman Author and performance storyteller

"Thought-provoking and encouraging! An invaluable resource that helps children face emotions, talk and pray about them." Sue Monckton-Rickett Chair of the Association of Christian Counsellors

" A gentle in-road for parents and carers to encourage children to open up." Karen Lennie, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist PG Dip BABCP Member (Accred)

" The feelings and responses of characters in the Bible are so helpful as we navigate our own obstacles and opportunities. These books will build emotional resilience and strong faith – and are great fun to read." Cathy Madavan Speaker, author, and Kyria Network board member

" The God Cares series brilliantly helps children understand the emotions of Bible characters while encouraging them to explore their own emotions in the face of similar situations." Bob Hartman Author and performance storyteller

Editorial Reviews

Spark a discussion about unfair situations through a Bible story that children can read and relate to

Joseph was one of twelve brothers, but he was his father’s favourite. His brothers were jealous and sold him as a slave in Egypt. Later he was accused of something he did not do, put into prison, and forgotten about even though he just wanted to help people. Through all this, Joseph trusted God. See how God was with him throughout and worked in and through all these feelings and situations. He does the same in our lives today, too.

" Debbie Duncan speaks directly into our anxious culture. She retells Bible stories through the lens of emotion, in a lively and accessible way. A brilliant, two-tiered approach!" Katharine Hill, UK Director of Care for the Family

"Thought-provoking and encouraging! An invaluable resource that helps children face emotions, talk and pray about them." Sue Monckton-Rickett Chair of the Association of Christian Counsellors

" A gentle in-road for parents and carers to encourage children to open up." Karen Lennie, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist PG Dip BABCP Member (Accred)

" The feelings and responses of characters in the Bible are so helpful as we navigate our own obstacles and opportunities. These books will build emotional resilience and strong faith – and are great fun to read." Cathy Madavan Speaker, author, and Kyria Network board member

" The God Cares series brilliantly helps children understand the emotions of Bible characters while encouraging them to explore their own emotions in the face of similar situations." Bob Hartman Author and performance storyteller

From the Publisher