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Jude and the Extraordinary, Spectacular, Miraculous Day: A Creative Retelling of the Feeding of the 5,000

Jessica Dennis Bush, Jessica Dennis Bush (Illustrator)
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Illustrated Storybook Follows an Ordinary Boy at the Center of an Extraordinary Gospel Miracle

The feeding of the 5,000, an extraordinary miracle recorded in all 4 gospels, started with a small boy who offered his simple lunch and watched Jesus turn it into something spectacular. Through one child's faith, thousands experienced the abundant, transformative power and love of Christ. This children's book creatively retells the miracle of the loaves and fish for children aged 4-7.

Readers follow a fictional character named Jude--who portrays the real-life child from Scripture--as his day goes from predictable to extraordinary. On his way to the sea to watch the fishermen, he encounters Jesus and witnesses a miracle that will change his life forever. Written and illustrated by artist Jessica Dennis Bush, this imaginative retelling helps children step inside the Bible story to learn about Jesus's teachings, what it means to follow Christ, and how God can use our "not enough" for his wise purposes.

  • Gospel Truth in a Fun Children's Story: Based on the miracle of Jesus feeding the 5,000, found in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
  • Beautifully Illustrated Storybook for Ages 4-7: Children imagine what it would have been like to share their simple lunch and witness Jesus's miracle firsthand, and they discover that God can do extraordinary things in their lives too
  • Applicable: A note at the end of the book explains how adults can draw out the biblical truth of the story for kids
  • Ideal for Family Time, Children's Ministries, or Sunday School: This story is the perfect length to read in one sitting

Westminster Bookstore Note: This book contains cartoon or artistic images of Jesus. There are many people in our constituency who, in a sincere effort to honor the second commandment, refrain from the use of any kind of drawings or pictures of Jesus, even if not intended for a worship context. Out of respect for those who take this position, we have sought to add a note to books in our children’s category which have drawings or depictions of Jesus so that they can factor that into their buying decisions, as they would if they could inspect the books physically.

Specifications
  • Cover Type
    Hardcover
  • ISBN
    9798874904111
  • Page Count
    40
  • Weight
    0.95 lb
  • Publisher
    Crossway
  • Publication Date
    May 2026
  • Ages
    4-7

Endorsements (4)

“One of the greatest gifts a children’s book can offer is to spark curiosity about God’s word—and Jessica Bush’s Jude and the Extraordinary, Spectacular, Miraculous Day beautifully accomplishes this for young readers. With imaginative storytelling and vivid illustrations, Bush invites young readers into the miracle of the feeding of the five thousand through the eyes of the boy who shared his loaves and fish. This delightful retelling points little hearts to Jesus and inspires them to explore Scripture for themselves.”

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Melissa B. Kruger

author; Vice President of Discipleship Programming, The Gospel Coalition

“What a delightful, thoughtful, and touching retelling of a famous episode! Jessica has brought this ancient story to life with a beautifully humanizing touch. I look forward to reading this with my own children.”

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Dane Ortlund

Senior Pastor, Naperville Presbyterian Church, Naperville, Illinois; author, Gentle and Lowly

“Jude’s story is told with a mother’s intentionality, and it’s beautifully illustrated with creative whimsy and artistic skill. Jessica Dennis Bush will help your children step into the sandals of a young boy who saw the Savior with his own eyes. May God use her book to help them see Christ’s beauty and grow in faith.”

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Jared Kennedy

Managing Editor for Books and Curriculum, The Gospel Coalition; author, The Beginner’s Gospel Story Bible

“Full of beauty and wonder, this book is truly a feast for the eyes and heart! You and your kids will enjoy imagining what this extraordinary day must have been like and, I pray, believe Jesus’s message and receive his newness of life. What a miraculous gift!”

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Kristen Wetherell

author, Help for the Hungry Soul and the For the Bible Tells Me So board book series

About the Author

Jessica Dennis Bush lives in Wheaton, Illinois, with her husband and five children. There she works as an artist and enjoys exploring different mediums including encaustic and oil painting, collage, pattern design, and illustration. She earned a degree in studio art from Taylor University.

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