Secret of the Fourth Candle
From SPARK
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Three short stories from North Africa
Description
The first story is called The Four Candles. A little North African girl wants to learn about the baby Jesus when the fourth advent candle is lit. But she is locked out. In sorrow she is not careful and is hurt. She is taken to the hospital. There she learns of Jesus and finds peace. This story has 35 pages.
The second story is called The Cloak. Mustapha is a lonely homeless boy. He lends his only cloak to a sick child. This opens the door to friendship with Christians. He finally discovers the peace of God and a brighter future.
The final story is called The Guest. An old North African woman hears Bible stories read by her granddaughter. Then her prayers are answered by an unexpected guest.
Considerations
- This is a revised edition of the book first published in 1977.
- These simple short stories tell how each main character comes to understand and accept Jesus as Savior.
- The setting and living conditions for North Africans are true to life.
- When European influence is present it is kept in the background.
- These stories are most suitable for children ages eight to twelve years.
- These stories would be useful as an audio book.
- This book would be useful as radio broadcast stories told in short episodes for North Africans.
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Where to Obtain
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Producer/Owners
Author/Artist/Producer
Author: Patricia St. John Revised by: Mary Mills
Current copyright owner
Telephone: (812) 247-2605
Other Information
If you are interested in translating these stories for a minority language, contact Kingsley Press. Working together you will make a Creative Commons License agreement.
