Publisher's Synopsis
- This version has black-and-white interior pictures.
- Jesus invites three siblings to be on a Special Operations Team for the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus explains that he will be their trainer. They receive a training manual and experience Bible stories, teachings, and verses firsthand-with Jesus as their guide!
- Kids love the adventures and all the color pictures!
- Adults love the Bible stories, power verses, and wholesome messages.
- The storyline engages children and creates many opportunities to talk about the Bible, Godly principles, and daily applications.
- ADVENTURES WITH J.C.: OVERVIEW
- Meet Vince, Eleanor, and Viviana! Three regular kids that recently moved to a new town. One day while Vince is feeling sad, Jesus shows up! Jesus invites Vince (and his sisters) to be a part of a new Special Operations Team-a training program for the Kingdom of Heaven.
- Jesus teaches lessons that correlate with events in a Bible story and problems the children are working through in their own lives.
- In this series, children experience Bible stories and see how much Jesus loves and cares for them.
- Viviana has been complaining.
- Jesus takes the siblings to experience a Passover meal.
- They have a food challenge and have a special role during the meal.
- Jesus teaches John 3:16 to Nicodemus and the children.
- Viviana learns that the Lord does not like complaining. Learning about faith, hope, and love help her change her attitude.
- Jesus and Vince are transported in a whirlwind (like Elijah in 2 Kings).
- They go back to Luke 9, where Vince helps Jesus with a mission. Jesus asks Vince to stand in front of the disciples as he states, "The one who is least among you is the greatest."
- Jesus and Vince skip rocks together. Vince realizes Jesus is the best friend a kid can have.
- Vince is in trouble. He made a big mess and he doesn't know how to fix it. Neither do his sisters.
- They go back to Mark 10:13-16 where Jesus says, "Let the children come unto me and do not stop them".
- The children rescue a lamb, make friends, and experience Jesus teaching them the greatest commandment-Love.
- The children meet John the Baptist.
- The children eat a honey and locust breakfast.
- They watch as Jesus is baptized and they learn about the Trinity.
- The children spend time with Mary.
- Jesus teaches to fully rely on God and listen for their next instructions.
- The children watch as water is turned into wine.
- New kids look different and Vince does not think he will like them.
- Jesus shares a story encouraging others to always pray and never give up!
- The Special Operatives see Jesus heal 10 lepers.
- They learn to walk by faith and not by sight.
- Eleanor experiences anger.
- Jesus tells the children about Moses and the Passover.
- Jesus heals a boy.
- Jesus teaches at the Temple and frees animals.
- Jesus talks with the children about their anger, righteous anger, and choosing a new direction.
- Vince is addicted to video games.
- Jesus rescues him and takes them on an adventure.
- The siblings help cook the Seder meal.
- Jesus teaches about shepherds.
- Jesus heals a boy who cannot hear or speak.
- Vince makes better choices with his free time.
