Send us a text In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews Rebecca Galeskas about her picture book, 'Little Lion Puts on the Armor of God.' The conversation explores the inspiration behind the book, the deeper meanings of scripture, and the importance of conveying faith-based messages to children. Rebecca shares her journey as a writer, her literary influences, and what readers can expect next from her work. Takeaways The book was inspired by Rebecca's son, Judah. Rebecca emphasizes the importance of using scripture in daily life. The story of Little Lion teaches children about the armor of God. Rebecca aims to help children make a head-to-heart connection with God. The writing process was a meditative practice for Rebecca. Rebecca believes in the importance of understanding the bigger picture of the gospel. The book communicates that God loves children for who they are. Rebecca has always considered herself a writer since childhood. The complexities of relationships are mirrored in classic literature. Rebecca is working on a sequel about Little Lion and the Fruit of the Spirit. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Little Lion 02:01 The Inspiration Behind the Book 05:10 Exploring the Armor of God 08:36 The Deeper Meaning of Scripture 11:12 Key Messages for Children 12:53 Rebecca's Journey as a Writer 17:08 Literary Influences and Favorites 20:23 What's Next for Rebecca Galeskas Rebecca Galeskas | Christian Children's Books, Christian Apparel, Bible Study Let's discover great books together! Follow for more: FB: @bookworthypodcast Instagram: @bookworthy_podcast YouTube: BookWorthy Podcast - YouTube tiktok: @valeriefentress
