The Shoe Box
The Shoe Box by Francine Rivers is an Anniversary edition published by Tyndale House Publishers in 2019, featuring 128 pages in English. This holiday novella presents a touching narrative centered around Timmy O’Neil, a foster child who possesses a seemingly ordinary shoe box with a red lid. As Timmy navigates his new home, he keeps the contents of the box a secret, only revealing its significance when inspired by a church Nativity pageant.
Readers will find a heartfelt exploration of faith and love woven throughout this story, which emphasizes the importance of sharing and connection during the holiday season. The book also includes a five-part Advent devotional with Scripture verses and prayerful responses, alongside selected scenes from the Christmas story in Matthew and Luke, and some of Francine’s favorite holiday recipes. This edition invites readers to reflect on the deeper meanings of Christmas while engaging with the themes of Christian faith and community.
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In this beloved holiday classic, New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love, Francine Rivers, shares a poignant story about the simple yet inspiring faith of a child.
This tender Christmas novella tells the story of Timmy O’Neil, a foster child with a very mysterious shoe box. At first glance, it’s nothing special–just an ordinary box with a red lid and the words Running Shoes printed on the side.
But Timmy carries it with him wherever he goes, and when people ask him what’s inside, he smiles and says, “Just things.”
As Timmy settles into his new, loving home, he remains unwilling to share the secrets of his shoe box . . . until the beauty of the church Nativity pageant inspires him to open his heart and give the most precious gift of all.
A powerful and uplifting reminder of God’s deep love, this Christian fiction tale includes:
- A five-part Advent devotional with Scripture verses and prayerful responses
- The Christmas story–selected scenes from Matthew and Luke
- Francine’s favorite holiday recipes
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