The Father’s Child
A Story of Rescue, Love, and Light
Welcome to The Father’s Child
A story of rescue, love, and light—where a father’s relentless pursuit mirrors the heart of God.
But this is more than a children’s book.
It’s an invitation to join the rescue.
In a world where so many are wandering in darkness, this story reminds us what it truly means to be lost—and the cost of not being found.
Here you'll find resources, tools, and a growing community dedicated to shining light, restoring hope, and helping others come home.
What is The Father’s Child?
A beautifully illustrated parable that follows a father's desperate search for his daughter through the darkest places.
Inspired by Luke 15, this story mirrors God’s pursuit of His children—and was created to help families, ministries, and children understand the depth of God’s love and the urgency of the call to help others find it.
Will you join the search?
For Parents, Teachers, and Ministry Leaders
This story isn’t just a bedtime read—it’s a tool.
A parable crafted to help you share the gospel with children in a way they can feel, see, and understand.
The Father’s Child mirrors the message of Luke 15, where the Good Shepherd goes after the one lost sheep. It opens the door to talk about what it really means to be lost—and what it means to be rescued by a loving God.
Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, small group leader, or outreach worker, this story will help you:
Introduce the heart of the Father
Start conversations about sin, grace, and redemption
Inspire compassion for those still wandering
Equip children to shine light in dark places
📘 Want to go deeper?
Use our printable lesson plans, Sunday School kits, and Vacation Bible School materials on the Resources for the Rescue page.
Or explore real testimonies and crafts in the Let Your Light Shine section.
Let Your Light Shine Crafts
These aren’t just coloring pages or cutouts.
They’re opportunities for children to shine the light of Jesus through creativity and kindness.
Each craft is designed to:
Reinforce biblical truths from The Father’s Child
Spark conversations about faith, rescue, and belonging
Encourage real-world action—like sharing a Light Jar or gifting a craft to someone who feels forgotten
Let your child’s heart take part in the mission by making something that shares the light.
What Others Are Saying
God is already using this story to touch hearts, open conversations, and help children understand what it means to be rescued and loved.
Here’s what readers and ministry leaders are saying:
From Lost to Found - Together
The Lost Are Still Waiting
The world is dark — and too many are wandering without light.
Jesus said, “Go.” Not just to pastors or missionaries — but to all of us.
This is the rescue mission.
Families are breaking. Children are aching. Souls are slipping through the cracks.
We believe rescue doesn’t end with this book — it begins with you.
➤ Add your ministry to the map.
➤ Or find an outreach near you and step into the work of rescue.