This simple story teaches children the biblical model for praying in Jesus’ name and not for their own wants. Kids can take comfort that God hears and answers their prayers when they ask for the things that are important to Him and His Kingdom.
Someone told TJ the squirrel that he could ask for anything in Jesus’ name and it would happen.
All the nuts in the entire forest? Done.
Never to have to work hard again? Sure, no problem.
To have a big tree house? Why not?
All TJ needs to do is ask for anything he wants and make sure to say the magic words, “In Jesus’s name.” After all, isn’t that how prayer works?
A Special Gift for You
Order your copy of In Jesus Name, I Pray and get a free downloadable set of coloring pages from the book. You child will love adding their own colorful touches to these pages as they follow along with TJ and his friends as they learn the right way to pray.
Buy the book from any online retailer and return to this page to fill out the form. Once submitted, you’ll receive an email with a link to download your free coloring pages.
Prayer Is Learning to Ask for the Things That Are Important to God
Your child will learn along with TJ that praying in Jesus’ name means asking for what the Bible says is important to Him—things like obedience, hard work, and thankfulness—not just whatever we want.
Praying in Jesus’ name is a powerful thing, but it’s not a magic wand. God wants us to grow and mature in our faith, and to come to Him with requests that align with His purposes and plans for us. Not our will be done, but His. This is the true heart of prayer.
Help your child develop a lifelong habit of talking to God and asking for the things that matter most to Him.
Costi and Christyne Hinn are the authors of the children’s book In Jesus’ Name I Pray. Costi is the teaching pastor at Shepherd’s House Bible Church in Chandler, Arizona, and president of For the Gospel. Christyne pours her time into her family, her church, and writing. They are the joyful parents of five children.
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