I’ve heard of the Parable series for a long time, but I had never actually seen one of the Parable books until Christmastime, when I reviewed The Pine Tree Parable.  Just in time for Easter/Passover, I’m back with a review of The Parable Of The Lily.

When Maggie’s father secretly sends her a special gift, she’s disappointed by its less-than-exciting appearance.  She tucks the flower bulb away in a corner of the cellar and forgets about it, eventually even throwing it away into the yard.  Ultimately, it “plants” itself, and she is delighted by the beautiful flower it becomes.  She’s also ashamed and repentant when she realizes it is her loving father who gave her the gift, and that she hurt him with her ingratitude.

The theme of the story is, in theory, forgiveness.  Although that is an element, it’s not the one I found most obvious.  I was struck by the fact that we often throw away our Father’s gifts, not recognizing their value.  But His gifts are always good, even when we don’t recognize them as such.

I love that these books are board books, so I can safely read them to my toddler without her tearing up the pages!

Disclosure: I received the book above from Thomas Nelson, as a Tommy Mommy, to facilitate this review.  Thomas Nelson is also sponsoring the giveaway.  As always, all opinions expressed here are entirely my own.