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Haggai`s Feast

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Call no.
: 224.97 BRO
Author
: John Brown, Brian Wright
Contributor
: Veronica Binti Edward Sidi
Summary
Haggai’s Feast is a children’s storybook that retells the message of the prophet Haggai in a way that is simple, clear, and engaging for young readers. It is part of the God’s Daring Dozen series, which introduces the twelve Minor Prophets of the Bible through colorful storytelling and illustrations. The story begins after God’s people return from exile in Babylon. They are finally back in their homeland, but instead of focusing on God’s house—the temple—they spend most of their time building their own houses and looking after their own needs. The temple is left in ruins, a sign that the people have forgotten to put God first. God sends the prophet Haggai to speak to the people. Through Haggai’s words, God reminds them that their priorities are upside down. They are busy worrying about food, clothing, and comfort, but none of it truly satisfies because they are neglecting what matters most: honoring God. Haggai calls the people to rebuild the temple and to trust that when they put God first, He will bless them and provide for their needs. The turning point of the story comes when the people listen to Haggai’s message. Instead of ignoring God’s command, they obey and begin working together to rebuild the temple. As they build, God reassures them with His promise that He is with them and that His glory will fill the temple. The story ends with a hopeful message: when God’s people make Him their priority, they find true joy and peace. In the end, Haggai’s Feast teaches children a timeless lesson about faith and obedience. It shows that while it is easy to get caught up in daily worries and personal desires, the most important thing is to seek God first. The book uses simple language, lively illustrations, and a warm storytelling style to help children understand how Haggai’s ancient message still speaks to our lives today.