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Okay – tell the truth. How many times have you secretly wished, “I wish the Bible would be easier to understand! Why are there all of these thous and whosoevers?” So maybe you researched and did find a version of the Bible that would be clearer to you, but it was outrageously expensive.
Let me introduce you to ‘The Story’ -The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People. I want you to keep in mind that this book should not take the place of a Bible. It gives you the complete and overall ‘story’ of the Bible in 31 concise chapters. As such, there are some beautiful nuggets of scripture and truth that are left out – but the goal of this book is NOT to take the place of your Bible; rather, it’s to be a companion to help you understand the Bible’s overall message.
Many reviews of this book condemn it, saying that, “It’s not a real Bible.” Well, no, it’s not. It isn’t supposed to be. It is a narrative without chapter and verse numbers. It flows like a contemporary novel. And it will give you a different perspective on what you do read in your Bible.
The Story brings out the key features of the Bible, and is a great counterpart to your scripture reading. It’s a great resource to help you teach the Bible to your kids and would be a wonderful addition to family devotions.
And right now…it’s only $5 (while they last) at Family Christian Stores! That’s right! Only $5!!! This would be a superb gift idea for Sunday School teachers, church ministry leaders, family friends, etc. It’s a hardcover book with over 500 pages. What a deal!
From the foreword by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee:
“This book tells the grandest, most compelling story of all time: the story of a true God who loves his children, who established for them a way of salvation and provided a route to eternity. Each story in these 31 chapters reveals the God of grace – the God who speaks; the God who acts; the God who listens; the God whose love for his people culminated in his sacrifice of Jesus, his only Son, to atone for the sins of humanity.”
Features:
- The story of the Bible – in its own words.
- Selections from the NIV Bible with short transitions to connect the reader to the continuing story.
- Events, characters and teachings of the Bible arranged chronologically
- Timelines of Biblical events
- New International Version (NIV) Bible text
Click here to purchase online, or you can find it at Family Christian Stores nationwide.
This would make a good gift for my mom, for whom English is a second language. She doesn’t read the Bible because it’s too difficult for her in terms of language.
“Many reviews of this book condemn it, saying that, “It’s not a real Bible.” Well, no, it’s not. It isn’t supposed to be.” – I REALLY love how you included this. So many people are quick to decide what something should be, rather than what it is. Great review!
I would like to have this for my kids. We have a book that tells short stories about the Bible because the real Bible is really hard for them to understand.
Will have to check this out for a few Christmas gifts that haven’t been purchased yet.
I’ve never read the Bible because quite frankly, I don’t understand it. This book though, I would be able to grasp some of the knowledge that the Bible itself is trying to convey. And for only $5?! That’s the best part!
This would make a great gift as well. Heading to the site now.
I think this would be a good choice as an extra to the bible…maybe even a “cliff’s notes” book so to speak for kids and adults . Thank you for sharing
This sounds like a great gift for anyone wanting to learn more about the Bible and to use with their Bible Study. I think it is always helpful to get the full pictures of things when studying them in detail.
Sounds like a great gift idea! I love quick and simple shopping like this!
I LOVED Max Lucado and can’t wait to check this out! It’s the perfect gift to pick up for the holidays!
I would have no problem reading this at all. I’ve bought children’s bibles that condense the story to make it more understandable for kids. This is almost the same thing.
That’s a great price, I’ll have to think of someone that would love this. Thanks for the tip!
I would love to read this, it may make reading the bible a little easier to understand the next time around.
Looks like a great book and looks like it would be a great book. Thanks for sharing!
it looks like it would be a great read that is
Great gift for someone-thank you for sharing
This would make a fab gift for me… I struggle with Bible… I tried so many times to finish it but so far… no luck
That book sounds like it would be a fantastic gift for someone.
I would love to have a bible that was easier to understand or a book to help me through it. I’ve read it through several times and didn’t understand 3/4 of it. Thanks so much for sharing.
This seems interesting to simplify the messaging. I like how you clearly state that its not meant as a replacement.
I have often wished the Bible was easier to understand. I am definitely going to be checking this out.
This would make a great gift for my mom.
This might be nice to get and read with my son. I’d love a way to share the Bible with him, without all the verses that can be confusing to a child.
I would personally love this! I mean I know its not a bible but it breaks the bible down!
Sounds like a great book for those that could use more help with the bible. I’m sure it would be a lot easier then reading the whole bible too.
That is a great price! I love Family Christian Stores!
Good to believe in God
Thanks so much for sharing. I am always looking for the next great read.
That sounds really interesting! I want one for me! Wonder if they have it in ebook format?
I would love to check this book out!
This is a great buy for the holidays. I was just mentioning on another blog that I love anything Max Lucado writes.
this sounds like an incredible book, would make a great christmas present for someone
This is a wonderful gift idea I know a few people who would love this!
This sounds like something that may interest my mom. I will have to share this with her.
what a great stocking stuffer!
What a great deal for a Christian book. I want one!
this looks very interesting! I will have to check it out more. thank you for sharing.