As we page through this book, my daughter and I can see that. It means everything to me as a father when I can share that these Bible stories aren’t just stories of some people way back when. When children see such people in their particular hue, it inspires confidence and gives them hope. I recommend the book wholeheartedly for its Scripture-rich, historically accurate approach, but also because we do not see many portrayals of biblical characters as people of color even though they were.
Ronique Ellis illustrates this gem with bold, deep colors, making our reading experience even more rewarding. Williamson does two wonderful things: she outlines the solid, biblical history of Jesus’ genealogy going back to Adam and Eve, Moses, Rahab, and David, and has Mary and Joseph narrate the story as they recount for young Jesus the story of his birth. This is one of the best aspects of this book written by Dorena Williamson, author of Crowned With Glory. I watched as my 8-year-old Black daughter’s eyes lit up to see that the “heroes” of the book-Mary, Joseph, Jesus, the Magi-looked like her. So begins Brown Baby Jesus, a new children’s picture book that celebrates the Nativity story with a melanated baby. Myrrh to honor Jesus as the king of the Jews. Just weeks before, Magi from the east had visited theįamily in Bethlehem, bringing gold, frankincense, and His face lit up at the sight of children threading colorful clay beads. His little nose filled with the scents of fruit, bread, and spices. Jesus’s eyes took in the traders from near and far. Marketplace with their brown baby Jesus in tow. Mary and Joseph made their way through the Egyptian
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