The Bible's Greatest Stories

The Bible's Greatest Stories
Author: Paul Roche
Publisher: Signet
Total Pages: 561
Release: 2012
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0451531922

From the awe-inspiring story of the Creation to the defeats and triumphs of the Children of Israel and the life, death, and Resurrection of Jesus, here are the greatest accounts from the greatest book ever written, presented in an accessible form for contemporary readers. Enhanced with annotations, Paul Roche's brilliant retelling of these stories is at once impeccably accurate and vibrantly told. He brings to life the saga of Joseph and the coat of many colors, the drama of the fall of Jericho, the heroism of a young David fighting Goliath and the lust of an older David for Bathsheba, the glory and wisdom of Solomon, the bravery of Judith, the dark despair of Job, the faith of Daniel in the lion's den, the joy of the Nativity, and the miracle of the Resurrection. These are just a few of the many great biblical stories presented in this masterful translation by a distinguished poet and scholar.

The Bible's Greatest Stories

The Bible's Greatest Stories
Author: Anonymous
Publisher: Signet Classics
Total Pages: 482
Release: 2001
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780451528216

From the story of Creation to the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, this collection of stories, complemented by detailed annotations brings to life the great tales of the Old and New Testament, including the saga of Joseph, the fall of Jericho, the battle between David and Goliath, the Nativity, and more. Reissue.

The Bible's Greatest Stories

The Bible's Greatest Stories
Author: Paul Roche
Publisher: Signet
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1990
Genre: Bible stories
ISBN: 9780451627797

Roche has combined his scholar's knowledge and poet's sensibility to produce a remarkable new rendering of the Bible's greatest tales--casting them into contemporary English while preserving the rhythms, cadences, and verbal balances of the original text.

The Big Book of All-Time Favorite Bible Stories (eBook)

The Big Book of All-Time Favorite Bible Stories (eBook)
Author: V. Gilbert Beers
Publisher: Christian Art Kids
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2000-08-15
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1432106139

Now you can enjoy sharing with your children all the wonderful Bible stories you loved as a child. This book includes stories of unforgettable characters, like Noah, Jacob and Esau, Joseph, David and Goliath, Esther, and Paul. It tells of dramatic events such as the great flood, Jonah and the fish, Daniel and the lions, and Jesus feeding 5,000 people with only 2 fish and 5 loaves of bread. It shares wonderful truths like the birth, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, the Last Supper and the receiving of the Holy Spirit. THE BIG BOOK OF ALL-TIME FAVORITE BIBLE STORIES is destined to become a well-loved addition to your children’s library. It will teach them to love God with all their heart and soul.

365 Great Bible Stories

365 Great Bible Stories
Author: Carine MacKenzie
Publisher: Colour Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Bible stories, English
ISBN: 9781845505400

In '365 Great Bible Stories', you are taught about the truth of God's Word and the Good News of Jesus Christ and salvation.

The Biggest Story Bible Storybook (Trutone)

The Biggest Story Bible Storybook (Trutone)
Author: Kevin DeYoung
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-03-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781433596292

This TruTone edition of The Biggest Story Bible Storybook combines 104 easy-to-read stories from Scripture with artwork by Don Clark, helping children ages 6-12 learn the unified story of the Bible.

101 Favorite Stories from the Bible

101 Favorite Stories from the Bible
Author: Ura Miller
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
Total Pages: 215
Release: 2007
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781885270474

An illustrated retelling of stories from the Old and New Testaments includes Bible verses and discussion questions.

52 Major Stories of the Bible

52 Major Stories of the Bible
Author: Bill Mounce
Publisher:
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2017-07-19
Genre:
ISBN: 9781973781417

The Bible is one continuous story, from the story of creation to the story of Jesus' future return at the end of time. And yet there are smaller, pivotal stories that make up the basic structure of the one big story. This class is designed for those wanting an overview of the Old and New Testaments, but prefer to learn through story.

Stories from the Bible

Stories from the Bible
Author: Kathleen Long Bostrom
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-06-25
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780785845867

A beautifully illustrated introduction to the Bible, Stories from the Bible is a retelling of 17 beloved stories from the Old and the New Testaments for very young children. With gorgeous full-color illustrations, each story can be read to a child but can also be enjoyed by children on their own as their reading skills develop. Featuring the stories: The Creation Adam and Eve Noah's Ark A Son Named Laughter Joseph and his Amazing Coat The Baby in the Basket The Ten Plagues of Egypt David and Goliath Jonah and the Big Fish The Birth of Jesus The Sermon on the Mount Four Faithful Friends The Feeding of the Five Thousand The Good Samaritan The Last Supper The First Easter Breakfast on the Beach Perfect for Christmas, Easter, and other gifting occasions, Stories from the Bible will become a treasured keepsake for the whole family.

The Bible: A Story that Makes Sense of Life

The Bible: A Story that Makes Sense of Life
Author: Andrew Ollerton
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Total Pages: 487
Release: 2020-10-29
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1529327024

'Honest, revealing insight into the bestselling book of all time.' Bear Grylls 'A stimulating and accessible survey of history's most influential book.' Tom Holland, historian and author of Dominion 'Personal and profound; informative and practical. If you want to experience the Bible as a rich source of guidance and hope, this book is for you.' Simon Thomas, former Sky Sports and Blue Peter presenter When we make sense of the Bible, the Bible makes sense of us. The political, social and cultural upheaval of our times can leave us feeling bewildered and wondering where to turn for trustworthy guidance. As unlikely as it may seem, could the Bible provide ancient wisdom that helps us flourish today? Join Andrew Ollerton as he explores the storyline of Scripture, connecting six major biblical events with six definitive human needs: for meaning, freedom, peace, community, love and for an ultimate home. In short, digestible chapters, Andrew reveals how the Bible story makes sense of our human story. Discover for yourself a limitless source of guidance and hope in the face of so much uncertainty. Underpinned by a depth of scholarship, the book is non-technical in style, making it accessible for the widest possible readership - including Christians and seekers interested in the Bible. The book will also provide a model for Bible communicators and church leaders wishing to engage more deeply with the relevance of the Bible in our cultural moment. Contains discussion questions for small groups, as well as suggested Bible readings and reflection questions to accompany each chapter. The structure of the book makes it ideal for a home group study. This book was chosen for the National Big Church Read in January 2022.