A Coloring Book, A Devotional - the Perfect Tool for Spiritual Reflection

There are coloring books (good). Then there are Christian coloring books (better). Then, there are Christian coloring devotionals (best).

Words of Grace combines devotions (28 of them, all together) with a coloring page to truly reflect on what you just learned. Set up as a 4-week devotional, main topics include "Intimacy with God, Knowing Who You Are," and "When Life Gets Tough." The reading is on the left side of the page with coloring on the right. There is also room for notes at the end of the book.

This book can be well used independently, but it is also a tool that could be used in a small group. At the end of each week, readers find four questions to think about. In a group setting, you could share lessons learned throughout the week or simply spend time coloring and sharing thoughts as a group.

I think this is a fantastic independent spiritual resource as well. Rather than just a devotional or coloring book, the complementary nature of these activities means that you can pray, listen to God, or think on what you just learned in the devotional as you color.

This is a very compact book; about 7.5 inches square. Because of this, the coloring pages can likely be done in one sitting and the book is easy to carry wherever you want to have quiet time.

If you're looking for a fresh idea for your small group or want to start up a creative group at church, this could be the book you're looking for.

Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.