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Invest in your kids this Valentine’s (GIVEAWAY!)

February 14, 2012 By: demingglobal135 Comments

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“But now, thus says the Lord, who created you, O Jacob,
And He who formed you, O Israel:
“Fear not, for I have redeemed you;
I have called you by your name;”

Isaiah 43:1-2

I have this silly thing I tell my husband. Instead of saying, ‘I love you,’ sometimes I tell him: “I’m glad you’re mine.”

I like saying it because I feel it conveys something more than a simple ‘I love you.’  I’m communicating to my husband that he belongs to me – not in a possessive “hands-off” sense, but in the sense that we are bound together. And I want him to know that I like being bound to him. I genuinely like him. He’s a keeper.

I think that’s one reason why I love God’s Word to his people in Isaiah 43:1-2. God is saying to his people, “I’m glad you’re mine.”

He is saying: “I haven’t bound myself to you to uphold my name or out of my duty as the Creator” (while those statements are true). Rather, God is saying much more than that. He is saying: “I have bound myself to you because of my great love for you. And proof of my love is my redemptive activity in our relationship.”

Today, the timeless principles found in Isaiah 43 ring true for you and me; we belong to God for reasons larger than mere ownership.

  • We belong to him, because He created us (Is. 43:1)
  • We belong to Him, because He redeemed us (saved/delivered us) (Is. 43:2a)
  • We belong to Him, because He called us (named us) (Is. 43:2b).

God’s love is big. And even when we experience it through salvation, sometimes it is hard to fully convey the majesty and magnitude of God’s love to our children. That’s why I’m thrilled to recommend Sally Lloyd Jones’ recent release for children, Just Because You’re Mine.




Just Because You’re Mine by Sally Lloyd Jones

Book Summary: Just Because You’re Mine is the tale of Little Red Squirrel who adorably wonders at the reason behind his daddy’s great love for him.

Why I Love This Book:

  • Sometimes as adults we do a poor job of conveying the reasons why we love our children.

Often, our actions unwittingly teach our children that our love is conditioned on their gifts, performance, appearance or personality. But the adventures of curious and fun-loving Little Red Squirrel give parents language to talk about the biblical motivation and security of parental and godly love.

  • The illustrations in this book are beyond adorable.

They tell the story of adventures in the forest and showcase the tender love between father and child.

Who should buy this book?

Parents! This is a wonderful tool for teaching your children biblical truth and investing in their future relationships (teaching them the qualities of biblical love). Plus, it can be used year-round – not just on Valentine’s Day.

Teachers and church librarians. We used this book in our preschool Sunday School class as another practical tool to teach about biblical love.

New Moms. This book would make a lovely baby shower gift. New moms have a lot of new purchases within their first year. And sometimes “wish-list” items don’t make the cut over bottles and formula. Plus, clothes are outgrown and diapers are disposed, but books are gifts that bring lasting enjoyment.

Want to win a copy of Just Because You’re Mine? Simply ‘like’ Hive Resources on Facebook! Then come back and leave us a comment telling us you did so! For non-Facebook users, simply leave us a comment. If you’re already a Hive Resources fan, then share this article with your pals on Facebook or twitter!  GIVEAWAY ENDS FRIDAY (FEB. 17) AT MIDNIGHT!!! GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED!

According to Random.org, the winner of “Just Because You’re Mine” is JOANNA SZETO! Congrats Joanna! I just sent you an email! Thank you to everyone who participated. We hope you’ll consider adding this book to your library! And be sure to subscribe to Hive Resources so you will get first crack at our sweet giveaways!


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  1. Ashley says

    February 14, 2012 at 12:54 pm

    I liked you on Facebook. This looks like a great book!

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  2. gwandma says

    February 14, 2012 at 1:48 pm

    Liked ya…Would love to share this with my granddaughter..

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  3. Joanna Szeto says

    February 14, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    I liked your FB page too!

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  4. Lauren says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:03 pm

    I liked you on Facebook!! This sounds like a lovely book I can read to my children, and also to the children at my church. 🙂

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  5. Marcy says

    February 14, 2012 at 2:59 pm

    I liked Hive Resources on FB. Great book!

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  6. Gina says

    February 14, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    Another great giveaway!

    Shared on Facebook!!

    – Gina

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  7. Mile says

    February 14, 2012 at 4:03 pm

    I’m really excited for this! I love Sally’s work! Iliked your FB page too

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  8. Shannon says

    February 14, 2012 at 4:38 pm

    I liked on FB! I love Sally Lloyd-Jones’ books- they are incredible! Would love to read this to my 2yo son and our upcoming arrival in September! Blessings 🙂

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  9. Jodi says

    February 14, 2012 at 5:24 pm

    I already like high five resources on facebook…but I shared the giveaway on facebook! Great give away!

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  10. Jennifer says

    February 14, 2012 at 5:37 pm

    Liked you on FB. Looks like a really neat book!

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  11. Katie J says

    February 14, 2012 at 8:47 pm

    I liked you on fb! Love Sally Lloyd-Jones’ books and would love to add this one to our collection!

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  12. Ruth says

    February 14, 2012 at 9:56 pm

    I liked Hive Resources on facebook! Would LOVE this book!

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  13. Desiré says

    February 16, 2012 at 11:50 am

    Oooh! I’ve never heard of this one! I would LOVE to win it!!! And if not, I’m definitely adding it to my boys’ book wishlist! 🙂 I like you on facebook. Great giveaway!

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  14. nburris says

    February 17, 2012 at 6:49 pm

    Cover page looks so cute,for that reason alone i would want this.We just got Jesus Storybook,so this will be a good addition to it.

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  15. Lisa says

    February 17, 2012 at 6:58 pm

    I “like” you. Thank you for the oppty win the book, sounds like a great one 🙂

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  16. Leslie boatman says

    February 17, 2012 at 7:34 pm

    I follow you on fb. Thanks for the opportunity.

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  17. Emily N says

    February 17, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    Looks like a great book! If I don’t win, I’m going to have to buy it for my boys!

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  18. Eric Schumacher says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    Liked you!

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  19. Natalia P says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:07 pm

    Just “liked” you on facebook!

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  20. Dani says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:08 pm

    I follow you on facebook! 🙂

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  21. Tracy says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:08 pm

    I liked you on Facebook. 😉

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  22. maureen zeiss says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:12 pm

    What a beautiful book! I look for books like these to read to my Special Needs Religion Class1 THANK YOU!!!

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  23. Erin G says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:13 pm

    I like you on Facebook. Thanks!

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  24. Mandy says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:15 pm

    I liked you on Facebook. I am so excited about this book. We bought Song of the Stars for Christmas, and we loved it. 🙂 I was wondering yesterday if she had an Easter book…but this sounds great! Thanks for the opportunity to win it.

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  25. Vicky Gothman says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:20 pm

    I liked you on facebook. 🙂

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  26. jenni says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:25 pm

    This looks great, thanks for sharing!

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  27. Linda says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    I liked you on fb and the book sounds wonderful.

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  28. Rachael VW says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:39 pm

    Just liked you on facebook. I’d love to win this book – it looks wonderful!

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  29. Korri Lang says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:48 pm

    The Sally Lloyd-Jones’ books are such a blessing!

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  30. Cindy says

    February 17, 2012 at 8:53 pm

    liked you on facebook. Would love this book for my boys:)

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  31. Julie says

    February 17, 2012 at 9:11 pm

    Liked your FB page!

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  32. Heather says

    February 17, 2012 at 9:55 pm

    I liked Hive Resources on FB. Would love to win this book. We own the Jesus Storybook Bible, and my toddler loves to read it nearly every day!

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  33. Christopher says

    February 17, 2012 at 10:56 pm

    Following you on FB. Thanks for your giveaway

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  34. Ellen says

    February 17, 2012 at 10:58 pm

    I liked Hive Resources on FB, LOVE Sally’s Bible, and know this one will be a favorite, too.

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  35. Rachel Anderson says

    February 18, 2012 at 2:10 am

    I like HIve Resources on FB. Thank You for your giveaway!

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