Because I Love You by Max Lucado, Illustrated by Mitchell Heinze: A Timeless Tale of Divine Love and Protection

A Timeless Tale of Divine Love and Protection Because I Love You, by beloved author Max Lucado and illustrated by Mitchell Heinze, presents a captivating story that will touch the hearts of both children and adults. This beautifully illustrated book takes readers on a journey to a wonderful village built by a wise man named Shaddai, who loves and cares for the children living there. Story Overview: A long time ago, Shaddai built a safe and nurturing village for children. He provided for their every need and surrounded their village with a protective wall, built lovingly by his own hands. Shaddai did all of this for one simple reason—because he loved them. One day, a curious child named Paladin discovers something that makes him question Shaddai's love and the purpose of the wall. Paladin's journey to find answers leads him to understand the depth of Shaddai's love and protection. Key Themes: Divine Love and Protection: The story illustrates how everything God does for us, He does out