The Big Wide Welcome: A True Story About Jesus, James, and a Church That Learned to Love All Sorts of People

A joyful reminder that God’s love has no favorites — everyone is welcome in His family!

Great For
Ages 3–6 · Family devotion time · Sunday school · Bedtime reading · Gifts that teach love and inclusivity through faith

As you read together, may your child see that Jesus’ welcome is wide enough for everyone — and that His love changes the way we see and treat others.

About This Book

The Big Wide Welcome retells the true story from the book of James, showing children that God calls His people to love everyone — rich or poor, young or old, quiet or loud.
Written by Trillia Newbell and illustrated by Catalina Echeverri, this beautiful picture book helps children understand that the gospel transforms how we treat people, inviting us to reflect Jesus’ big, wide love to the world around us.

Why You’ll Enjoy This

• Retelling from James 2 with clear, faithful storytelling
• Part of the beloved Tales That Tell the Truth series
• Teaches kindness, humility, and God’s inclusive love
• Encourages children to see others through God’s eyes
• Written by Trillia Newbell; illustrated by Catalina Echeverri