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Gus Loses His Grip is a charming, gospel-centered story that helps young children understand temptation and learn to turn to Jesus for help.

When Gus the raccoon’s love of sweets leads him into trouble, he discovers what can happen when a good desire becomes too strong. With gentle guidance from Papa, children see that temptation is real, but they also learn the comforting truth that Jesus is stronger and ready to help when we struggle to say no.

Part of the Good News for Little Hearts series for ages three to eight, this beautifully illustrated book pairs a relatable animal story with practical biblical encouragement for everyday life. With a parent resource section and a tear-out page of Back Pocket Bible Verses, it gives families simple tools to start meaningful conversations and apply God’s Word when temptation comes.

David Powlison, MDiv, PhD, (1949-2019) was a teacher, counselor, and the executive director of the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). He wrote many books and minibooks, including Speaking Truth in Love, Seeing with New Eyes, The Biblical Counseling Movement: History and Context, Good and Angry: Redeeming Anger, Irritation, Complaining, and Bitterness, Making All Things New: Restoring Joy to the Sexually Broken, God's Grace in Your Suffering, and Safe and Sound. David was also the editor of The Journal of Biblical Counseling.

Joe Hox was raised on a farm in southern Iowa where he doodled whenever he wasn't spading thistles or bottle-feeding calves. Everyone knew by his crooked hay rows that he would choose art over farming. Joe taught art for twelve years before becoming a full-time illustrator. He is the illustrator for the Good News for Little Hearts series, as well as Who Is Jesus? 40 Pictures to Share with Your Family, written by his wife, Kate.