The Beetle, Mirror, and the Beetle-Bus

a rolling pilgrimage of grace

A lyrical parable for all ages about grace, division, and turning back to our first loves.

About the Book

“It’s not about earning. It’s about turning.”

A lyrical parable in seven acts, blending whimsy, wisdom, and wonder into a rolling pilgrimage of grace.It explores what happens when faithful work is drowned out by noise, ideology, and pride.And it points to the quiet turn that leads us home again.

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This story is truly a labor of love.It is given freely, not cheaply.You’re invited to read it aloud, share it in classrooms or churches, and roll through it together.Please keep it whole, let it speak for itself, and pass it along to others.May it bless you and those you share it with.

Contact & Updates

The journey isn’t over.An audiobook, illustrated print edition, and study guides are all on the way.If you’d like to be the first to know when they’re ready, or contact us in general, please email us:[email protected]

Testimonials

Here’s what early readers are saying:

"This story made me cry tears of joy, at a few places. And it made me feel better in my faith."

an Associate Pastor

"This is adorable."

a fellow dung beetle recipient

"I know someone that would benefit from reading this right now, to help them see God is so much closer to them than they think."

a Biblical Counselor

"Bro. This hit me, hard. I'm the dung beetle!"

a fellow dung beetle, that rolls hard

Thank you!

We hope this story blesses you and the loved ones in your circles.If you’d like to help it reach further, donations are always appreciated—but never required.

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