What if one of the most important things we can give our children is the assurance that our love for them will keep growing, no matter how old they become?
On this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa Granger welcomes author, teacher, and church leader Sue Schlesman to talk about her children’s picture book, I Love You More Than the Day Before. Inspired in part by becoming a grandmother, Sue wanted to create a meaningful way for families to express the enduring, growing love between a parent and child.
Through lyrical writing, rich metaphors, and beautiful illustrations by Alexander Rutkowski, Sue’s book follows the parent-child relationship through different stages of life, from infancy to adulthood. The message is simple yet powerful: love isn’t based on accomplishments, milestones, or achievements. It grows through the everyday moments that shape our relationships.
Sue also shares how the book reflects a deeper spiritual truth about God’s unwavering love for us. While written to appeal to both Christian and general audiences, the story offers families a beautiful opportunity to talk about love, faith, and the ways we reflect God’s heart to those around us.
And for women who wonder whether their gifts or dreams are worth pursuing, Sue offers an encouraging reminder: you don’t need recognition or financial success to make a difference. God has given each of us something valuable to share with the world.
Sue Schlesman is an award-winning author, freelance writer, and church leader. In ministry and education for over 30 years, Sue encourages individuals to find hope and healing through local and foreign churches, schools, retreats, and conferences. Sue and her husband Shane minister to weary church leaders through retreats, conferences, The Stress Test Podcast, and their ministry stress book, Death by Pastoring. Sue and Shane have been married for over 35 years and enjoy their three sons, two daughters-in-law, and one precious granddaughter. Sue loves travel, literature, missions, art, and dessert. She writes about life, culture, and Jesus at sueschlesman.com.
3 Key Takeaways
Love grows through every season of life. Our children need to know they are loved for who they are, not for what they accomplish.
Our love can point others to God’s love. Everyday family relationships offer opportunities to reflect the faithful, unchanging love of our Heavenly Father.
Your gifts and calling matter. You don’t need fame, recognition, or financial success to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Previous conversation with Sue, Breaking Free From the Prison of Perfectionism
