Proud Tree

The beloved bestselling childrens story The <strong>Proud Tree</strong> is now available in atrade paperback edition. This timeless tale relates the story of th... » 

The beloved bestselling childrens story The Proud Tree is now available in atrade paperback edition. This timeless tale relates the story of thecrucifixion from the point of view of Rex the tree that became the cross onwhich Jesus died. Rex the straightest and sturdiest tree in the whole forestarrogantly assumes hes destined for some high honor in the kings service.It isnt until he feels the gentle loving strength of Jesus shoulder on theway to Calvary that the cruelty of the moment begins to dawn on him. Throughthe final hours of Jesus life Rex comes to realize the power of humble love.The story ends with a quiet promise of birth and new life the centralteaching of the Christian faith.Illustrated in full color this wonderful story will teach elementary schoolchildren a valuable lesson in humility and love while also helping them tounderstand the power of Jesus love and the importance of his sacrifice. «