The gospel story bible is the latest addition to the gospel story for kids series by marty machowski. A grownup version of her bible stories hit the shelves last fall. Sally lloydjones does tell all the stories of the scriptures that would typically be found in a childrens bible. Sharing the gospel with the jesus storybook bible has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. Because the bible isnt simply a book of rules to follow. The lord will use this work to plant many seeds in mini hearts.
In condensed onetotwo page summaries, this book summarizes and analyzes the key stories of the bible, including very gritty episodes that are usually glossed over in most childrens picture books. The first edition was published in 2007 by zonderkidz. We love the old bible jesus storybook bible and how they really tie the gospel into every part of the stories, even the old testament stories. The stories are written with a gospel crispness and illustrated with vivid colors and pictures that are sure to teach little minds about the beauty of god and his kingdom. Help you kids and family find jesus in the old and new testaments through the gospel story bible, a storybook by bestselling childrens.
Based on the esv bible, this unique, illustrated bible storybook uses 156 stories to present gods plan of salvation in christ from its opening narrative in genesis to its finale in revelation. Discovering jesus in the old and new testaments by machowski, marty isbn. The jesus storybook bible curriculum kit handouts, new testament contains 23 fourcolor child handouts one for each new testament lesson covered in the curriculum. The jesus storybook bible tells the story beneath all the stories in the bible. Its quirky and fun for children aged 811 though we do know a number of teens and adults who love the book too. The beginners gospel story bible is a gospelcentered, bible storybook for toddlers and preschoolers with fiftytwo bible stories retold in a simple and. Based on the awardwinning jesus storybook bible, the jesus storybook bible curriculum kit is great for both sunday school and homeschool use. The jesus storybook bible handson activities and crafts inside youll find. At the center of all is a baby, the child upon whom everything will depend. Because children need help understanding that the bible is one story with jesus as the hero, the gospel story curriculum focuses on christ as it teaches.
But all the stories are telling one big story with one true hero. Featuring over a hundred stories from the old and new testaments, it was my only look at the word of god. Designed to span three years, the 156 lessons present key stories from genesis to revelation, each highlighting god. From noah to moses to the great king davidevery story points to jesus. This easytoread storybook introduces your family to many captivating people, places, and events in christian history from both the bible s old and new testaments, showing how each one ultimately points to jesus christ. Sally lloydjones, the former publisher of the religious division of readers digest childrens books, is the author of a new book for children ages 4 to 8. Feb 20, 2007 the jesus storybook bible tells the story beneath all the stories in the bible. It has some good activities that i would use during large group worship with elementary school kids, but beyond that it offers very. I would still pick the jesus storybook bible over this because it focuses on gods overarching plan working throughout history.
Segues between stories guide young readers as they journey to become closer. The gospel story bible is one of the many products available in the gospel story. It includes 145 stories with fresh new fourcolor illustrations, a christ connection feature showing kids how gods plan for salvation through jesus appears throughout the bible. Visually brings scripture to life for children contains 21 stories from the old testament contains 23 stories from the new testament presents the bestloved stories of the bible in. I love to give people the jesus storybook bible because from the very first chapter it paints a powerful picture of gods epic love for each one of us. The big picture story bible is written in a simple way with pictures that reinforce the meaning of the biblical text and often contain details that generate conversation and lead to a deeper understanding of the gospel. Every story whispers his name disproves the adage that you cant judge a book by its cover. True, thats to be expected when you combine the mesmerizing illustrations of jago and the awardwinning writing of sally lloydjones. The gospel story bible childrens bible wesleyan kids. The gospel story bible discovering jesus in old and new. The easytoread storybook introduces your family to many captivating people, places, and events from the bibles old and new testaments, showing how each. Connecting christ throughout gods story the big picture interactive the gospel project. Reaching cambodians with the gospel through the kmer jesus storybook bible and the khmer audio bible.
The gospel story bible marty machowski new growth press. Reading the same book over and over is a common practice for young children. The big picture interactive bible storybook and giveaway. I would urge not just families with young children to get this book, but every. God promises to work through his word, and a bible like this is a place he can work. The jesus storybook bible contains 21 stories from the old testament and 23 stories from the new testament, presented in an easytounderstand way that makes learning about the bible as fun for. The story of gods love for you merges the text from the storybook bible with a fresh, new title and cover. Scholars put the date as early as ad 37 just a few years after the death of christ, to as late as the year 100. Nthe gospel zondervanof life bringing the bible to life g. The first edition was published in 2007 by zonderkidz, the childrens arm of american christian media and publishing company zondervan. This series is designed mainly for people with learning difficulties, but we are pleased that other people also find it helpful. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Creating a 1year curriculum with the jesus storybook bible. Filled with 156 stories spanning from genesis to revelation, the gospel story bible strives to bring the.
Hands down the best childrens bibles for teaching the gospel. As with many books in the bible, an exact date of writing is hard to figure out. The collectors edition includes the book plus three audio cds of narration and a dvd of animated stories. The story and the song introduction february 16, 2015 by julie 8 comments this post is part of a 44 part blog hop that creates an interactive activity for every story in the jesus storybook bible.
It wasnt the king james or the new international version. The big picture interactive bible storybook, hardcover. The jesus storybook bible in khmer invites children to discover for themselves the one who is at the center of gods great rescue story and at the center of their story, too. Those who believe matthews account was based on marks gospel place the date of writing between ad 68 and 80. Please enjoy this video of the story of the nativity, from luke 12. At the center of the story is a baby, the child upon whom everything will depend. Segues between stories guide young readers as they journey to become closer to god and understand the bigger story of gods word. The jesus storybook bible the lords prayer paraphrased by sally lloydjones duration. It has been in daily use in our home for the last 6 years, and i think it is such a wonderful resource for christian families.
The jesus storybook bible by author sally lloydjones is a bible book for children in which every story points to christ. The beginners gospel story bible is a gospel centered, bible storybook for toddlers and preschoolers with fiftytwo bible stories retold in a simple and compelling way. Marty machowski gets the gospel and knows how to transfer it to kids in a way that delights the soul and engages the mind. We are dedicated fans of the jesus storybook bible. Get to know the living savior the wiersbe bible study series david c. Feb 20, 2007 to discover the jesus storybook bible is to have a unique resource for communicating the gospel to children in all its fullness. Steve was a house painter from england vacationing at a beach in the philippines with. This is why marty machowski puts gods plan of salvation in christ on continuous display in the gospel story bible. In this sense, the bible is to the gospel as mobydick is to the story of captain ahabs quest for the white whale.
The jesus storybook bible is unlike any other storybook. It is easy to forget jesus in the midst of frantic schedules, family squabbles, and conflicting. Discovering jesus in the old and new testaments marty machowski, a. Over 40 crafts, activities and object lessons that go with each of the chapters of the popular jesus storybook bible.
Sometimes those books make parents want to pull their hair out, but other stories grip the hearts of adults too. King james bible king james version kjv search the bible. The jesus storybook bible is a very refreshing exception to this general tendency. See more ideas about bible, bible for kids and bible lessons. Sally lloydjones the jesus storybook bible, gift edition. Children will love the vivid illustrations and animated videos that bring to life bible stories from both the old and new testament. It had pictures that had been illustrated by children around the.
The moonbeam award gold medal winner in the religion category, the jesus storybook bible tells the story beneath all the stories in the bible. The gospel story curriculum teaches children that the bible is one continuous story pointing to jesus as the hero. As you share these bible stories, you will learn together the lifechanging habit of recognizing christ as the hero of every story. The gospel story bible is a treasure for parents of young children. From noah to moses to the great king david, every story points to a child. The jesus storybook bible handson activities and crafts. Here are a couple of blurbs from tim and kathy keller. Jagos awardwinning cover art is a foretaste of the whimsically insightful and richly colored. This is to help others understand the bible easily for free. May 01, 20 the gospel story bible has 156 chronological bible stories 78 in the old testament and 78 in the new testatment. Dec 05, 2011 this is why marty machowski puts gods plan of salvation in christ on continuous display in the gospel story bible. Whats the difference between the gospel and the bible. Memory verse resources for jesus storybook bible stories.
The jesus storybook bible is written by sally lloydjones and is the product of applying the teachings of tim keller and redeemer presbyterian church in new york city to a childrens bible. Ideal as a storybook for your preschooler, a devotional for your grade school student, a refresher for the adult believer, or an introduction for the new one, the gospel story bible is also a companion to long story short, old story new, and the gospel story curriculum. The jesus storybook bible contains 21 stories from the old testament and 23 stories from the new testament, presented in an easytounderstand way that makes learning about the bible. We dont publish the bible in full, but we do a great contemporary retelling of the gospel of luke. The jesus storybook bible and the gospel story bible would both be an asset to any family. The jesus storybook bible tells that story beneath all the stories in the bible. The jesus storybook bible deluxe edition by sally lloyd. Author jared kennedy traces through the stories of the old and new testament how god keeps his promises in surprising ways better than anyone could have ever thought or imagi. Zondervan has now made available a deluxe edition of the jesus storybook bible the audio cds in this edition are read by the awardwinning british actor, david suchet. Telling the gospel through story christian bible studies.
Jesus storybook bible curriculum kit handouts, nt 9780310688594. The jesus storybook bible curriculum kit sally lloydjones. The easytoread storybook introduces your family to many captivating people, places, and events from the bible s old and new testaments, showing how each one ultimately points to jesus. The young hero and the horrible giant the jesus storybook. May 02, 20 youre only a little shepherd boy, the king said, and goliath is a great soldier. The beginners gospel story bible is a gift to parents and bible teachers alike. I dont own the jesus storybook bible or anything, all the credit goes to sally lloydjones. The jesus storybook bible and the gospel story bible. As you share the gospel story bible together, you and your family will meet jesus and learn together a new, lifechanging way of recognizing. The jesus storybook bible contains 21 stories from the old testament and 23 stories from the new testament, presented in an easytounderstand way that makes learning about the bible as fun for younger children, preschool and below, as it is for older children, kindergarten to sixth grade.
The jesus storybook bible is a childrens bible written by new york times bestselling author sally lloydjones and illustrated by jago from cornwall. From noah, to moses, to the great king davidevery story. How does this story bible compare to the other good and similar books available. The bestselling the jesus storybook bible, written by sally lloydjones and illustrated by jago, is celebrating its phenomenal success with this beautiful goldembossed clothbound gift edition. The jesus storybook bible deluxe edition by sally lloydjones. Visually brings scripture to life for children contains 21 stories from the old testament contains 23 stories from the new testament presents the bestloved stories of the bible in an easytounderstand format shares how jesus is at the center of our story features the awardwinning illustrations of jago features the. When i asked why i was being invited to do this, the man. This beautiful clothbound gift edition of the jesus storybook bible tells the story beneath all the stories in the bible. A bible like no other, the jesus storybook bible invites children to join in the greatest of all adventures, to discover for themselves that jesus is at the center of gods great story of salvationand at the center of their own story too. But today im whispering loudly that i am so excited to present this new bible storybook and app your kids will love the big picture interactive bible storybook connecting christ throughout gods story.
True, thats to be expected when you combine the mesmerizing illustrations of jago and the awardwinning writing of sally lloydjones, a brit with an uncanny knack for storytelling. But its not just for children, marty traces the gospel through the bible with crystal clarity and traction for all ages. The gospel story for kids curriculum marty machowski. One day i received a call inviting me to be the keynote speaker at the leadership convention of a large, national christian organization. The jesus storybook bible if you are a parent, grandparent, pastor, or teacher looking for a way to teach the children in your life about gods never stopping, never giving up, unbreaking, always and forever. The sentimental gospel of the jesus storybook bible. Filled with 156 stories spanning from genesis to revelation, the gospel story bible strives to bring the bible to life in a manner that is thoroughly engaging, seeking to develop within our children a deep love for gods word. Our oldest is almost 5 now, so the first kid bible we had was starting to get a bit repetitive weve read it to him for 4 years now. But it s not just for children marty traces the gospel through the bible. From noah to moses to the great king david every story points to him.
Its actually my favourite morning time resource, which is what led me to create these jesus storybook bible. The gospel story bible by marty machowski is targeted at young readers, but it does not present a watereddown version of the scriptures. As you share the gospel story bible together, you and your family will meet jesus and learn together a new, lifechanging way of recognizing him as the hero of every story. But its not just for children, marty traces the gospel through the bible. Bible storybook from the bible app for kids includes 35 favorite bible stories, fun illustrations, and discussion questions. Give kids the big picture of gods story with this innovative, interactive bible storybook. Christ in all of scripture, grace for all of life by paul f zahl, michael morales, et al. The jesus storybook bible does offer a curriculum, but it is not overly useful. The easytoread storybook introduces your family to many captivating people, places, and events from the bibles old and new testaments, showing how each one ultimately points to jesus. This afternoon i sat down and read the bible from cover to cover. The jesus storybook bible now available in 38 languages. The jesus storybook bible 10th anniversary gift edition. Its a childrens story bible that corresponds to a 3year curriculum called the gospel story for kids.