“You Will Always Belong”
by Matthew Paul Turner & Illustrated by Lauren Gallegos
Convergent Books, 2024, 40 Pages

At A Glance: “You Will Always Belong” reassures children that God created them with beauty and purpose, emphasizing that they belong just as they are.

Overview: “You Will Always Belong” by renowned gay Christian author Matthew Paul Turner is a joyous picture book that reminds children that they are created by God with infinite beauty and purpose. The story, told through vibrant illustrations and engaging rhymes, encourages children to recognize that they belong, they always have belonged, and they always will belong. With a strong message about God’s love, the book fosters acceptance and contentment, letting kids know they can be their most authentic selves and are loved for who they are.

Also by this author:
“What Is God Like?”
“When God Made Light”
“I Am God’s Dream”
“When God Made The World”
“When I Pray For You”
“When God Made You”

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