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Pairables 2, 53 short stories that link to the Bible's New Testament Written by Jas Lonnquist Pairables 2 is a collection of lively short stories that pair with Bible accounts - a fresh, inviting path for children ages 6 - 14 to explore God's word! Contests, camp, crafts, danger, fun... Talia, now age 14, Mika, 11, and Chloe, 8, are back with more adventures! Through good times and challenges, they discover treasure in God's word - truth that sets their hearts free! Each short story is a modern parable that pairs with an account in the Bible or an age-appropriate Bible history book. Because the action in the stories takes place among the children, the stories are inclusive of children in every type of home or life situation including traditional homes, foster care, single parent, grandparent-led home, and more. Pairables 2 is warmly welcoming to all children with no barriers to understanding they are precious and seen by a wonderful God who loves them deeply! Here's an example of how story, scripture, and life application work together in each chapter of Pairables 2: * In ""Message Gone Viral"", a video of Mika being thrown from her bike but saved by her bike helmet goes viral on social media. As it draws reactions, both good and bad, she understands the message is too important not to share. Pairs with: Gospel accounts - Jesus' parable of sowing seed Jesus' parable of sowing seed teaches us we have a message too important not to share. We can't control how that message of salvation is received, but Jesus promises there will be a good harvest. Each story includes: A reference pairing the story to an account in the Bible or a Bible history book. A verse to remember Thinky-thought life connections An encouraging prayer starter A whimsical illustration by teen artist Miley Joy Also included: A topical index of Bible verses cited in the book - more than 120 in all! A ""Do you need help"" page Bible history pairing chart, free online access Curriculum plans for schools, homeschools, and Sunday schools, free online access Jesus used parables to teach people because engaging stories make truth easier to understand and remember - as much as 70% better retention according to recent studies. When minds and imaginations are engaged, interest and retention soar! The Bible is not too hard, too big, or too complicated for children to understand and love. Help your child, grandchild, or students start their Bible journey today with Pairables 2! For stories that pair with the Old Testament, check out award-winning Pairables, 53 short stories that pair with the Bible's Old Testament!

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""Pairables 2 delivers another superb collection of highly impactful Word-centered devotions! The three girls once again face real-life situations that any middle-schooler will immediately relate to. Sometimes the girls make good choices, sometimes they stumble and fall. Through it all, they grow in their understanding of a God who cares so much that He sacrificed His Son to set us free! One of the great strengths of this book is how Jesus is presented. His gentleness, humbleness, and unconditional love jump off the pages! As his presence and strength surround the girls, you are reminded that he has also placed your hand in His! Parents as well as their children will look forward to the devotions where they get to know more and more about their Savior. Energy and exuberance, along with disappointment and frustration - the bandwidth of emotions covered in the devotions is extraordinarily wide. The realness and the liveliness of the stories set this book apart from so many others. I wish I had heard these devotions while I was growing up! Simply stated, through the power of the Holy Spirit, the devotions bring one closer to Jesus and an understanding of his indescribable love for each of us!"" - Rev. Dr. Terry Schultz ""It's Pairables 2 and a year has gone by since the first Pairables book. Chloe, Mika, and Talia are a year older, but not necessarily wiser. The first devotion (""Stop and Drop"") finds them planning a hit or miss dinner that consists of gravy, carrots, and frosting. Yuk. But author Jas Lonnquist uses their hodgepodge dinner to illustrate how some people approach Bible reading or Bible study. As I read Jas Lonnquist's second book of children's devotions, I was again moved by her knowledge and her understanding of the Bible and how it all fits together. The stories of Chloe, Mika, and Talia live in my mind because of the realism of her young characters. I pray that these books will be a blessing to the many children who hear or read these devotions and to those parents and teachers who experience the devotions with their charges."" - Rev. David Voss REVIEWS FOR THE FIRST BOOK OF THE SERIES: Pairables, 53 short stories that link to the Bible's Old Testament - winner of the 2025 American Writing Awards Children's-Religious category ""Pairables has quickly become a treasured part of our devotional time. It's written in a way that is easy for children to understand while still rich in spiritual meaning. It speaks to adults just as much as kids. A wonderful resource for any family seeking to strengthen their walk with God. Highly recommend!"" - Candace S ""I teach 4th grade in a Christian school, and my students (even the boys!) enjoy and relate to these devotions. I use them along with our morning Bible lessons - a great way to remind students of what they learned and apply it to their lives."" - Ms. Teacher ""Such a great resource to reach children & also adults. As I read the 3 girls' experiences, my grandchildren often said 'oh, that happened to me'. A treasure!"" Carole E. ""Me and my 7-year-old read one Pairable a day for bedtime stories. She likes the three girls' characters and the stories teeing up to reveal the truth. I really enjoy how God's Word is explained in simple and relatable ways and I am often touched by it. I would recommend this book for young kids and adults reading together."" HI ""It's so difficult to find a devotion book for kids that's Biblically sound AND engaging - this one definitely is both. The real-world applications of Bible lessons always feel natural and clear. The sketch-style illustrations are a charming touch. I'm so happy to have discovered Pairables!"" J.M.

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Jas Lonnquist is a screenwriter with hundreds of produced credits in film, television, and video for production companies, Silicon Valley corporations, museums, non-profits, and faith-based organizations. Jas is also the author of Pairables, 53 short stories that link to the Bible's Old Testament, winner of the 2025 American Writing Awards, Children's-Religious category and the newly released Pairables 2, 53 short stories that link to the Bible's New Testament for children ages 6 - 14. Jas and her husband, Michael Klebig, volunteer in ministry and humanitarian aid under the banner of 3031 Media, promoting education, wellness, and offering the gospel to underserved populations. They divide their time between vibrant Silicon Valley (idea factory), a 19-foot camper van (inspiration factory), and glorious South Lake Tahoe (desk with a view and a nearby trailhead!) where they savor every minute of family time, hiking, skiing, snowshoeing, kayaking, camping on the beach, games, music, and visits with friends (and the occasional curious Tahoe bear).

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