Meet the Bible

Meet the Bible
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Meet the Bible

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An inspiring mix of timeless wisdom and contemporary insight especially designed to acquaint postmodern men and women with the God of the Bible This unique one-year reading tour of the Bible introduces readers to the full, epic sweep of the Bible — its characters, places, times, stories, and meanings--and shows that even the most obscure passage can hold relevance for our lives today once we understand what to look for. Each day’s reading includes Scripture, contemporary commentary, and questions for contemplation--all designed to offer insight into how the passage fits into the overall story of the Bible, and how it speaks to life today.

Description of Meet the Bible:

This is a daily, one-year devotional tool containing Bible readings that highlight the major teachings, characters, and events of Scripture for the new Bible reader.

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An inspiring mix of timeless wisdom and contemporary insight especially designed to acquaint postmodern men and women with the God of the Bible This unique one-year reading tour of the Bible introduces readers to the full, epic sweep of the Bible -- its characters, places, times, stories, and meanings--and shows that even the most obscure passage can hold relevance for our lives today once we understand what to look for. Each day's reading includes Scripture, contemporary commentary, and questions for contemplation--all designed to offer insight into how the passage fits into the overall story of the Bible, and how it speaks to life today. Author Biography: Philip Yancey serves as editor-at-large for Christianity Today magazine. He has written twelve Gold Medallion Award-winning books, including Where is God when it Hurts, Disappointment with God, and The Gift of Pain. His books The Jesus I Never Knew and What's So Amazing About Grace? were also awarded the Christian Book of the Year. He is also the author of The Bible Jesus Read.
Brenda Quinn, former staff editor for Serendipity House and editorial coordinator for MOPS International, Inc., is cowriter of study guides for both "The Jesus I Never Knew" and "What's So Amazing About Grace?" She coauthored the devotional "Meet the Bible" with Philip Yancey. Brenda lives with her husband and son in Colorado.

About Philip Yancey:

Philip Yancey serves as editor-at-large for Christianity Today magazine. He has written twelve Gold Medallion Award-winning books, including Where is God when it Hurts, Disappointment with God, and The Gift of Pain. His books The Jesus I Never Knew and What’s So Amazing About Grace? were also awarded the Christian Book of the Year. He is also the author of The Bible Jesus Read.;Brenda Quinn, former staff editor for Serendipity House and editorial coordinator for MOPS International, Inc., is cowriter of study guides for both "The Jesus I Never Knew" and "What’s So Amazing About Grace?" She coauthored the devotional "Meet the Bible" with Philip Yancey. Brenda lives with her husband and son in Colorado.

Description of Philip Yancey, author of Meet the Bible:

This unique one-year reading tour of the Bible introduces readers to the full, epic sweep of the Bible - its characters, places, times, stories, and meanings - and shows that even the most obscure passage can hold relevance for our lives today once we understand what to look for. Each day's reading includes Scripture, mentary, and questions for contemplation-all designed to offer insight into how the passage fits into the overall story of the Bible, and how it speaks to life today.