The Bible Overview pamphlet provides an excellent summary of every book of the Bible. Naturally divided into Old and New Testaments books, Bible Overview presents the name of the Book of the Bible, the author, type of writing, where and when it was written, why it was written and the key verse that summarizes the important truth from the Book.
12 panels, fits inside most Bibles, 8.5 x 5.5 inches, unfolds to 33 inches long
Bible study and understanding becomes easier when believers learn how the Bible is organized and what's important about each Book. Bible Overview shows believers how the Old Testament is divided into the Books of law, history, poetry, and wisdom, Major Prophets, and Minor Prophets. Similarly, the New Testament has its own collections: Gospels and Acts, Paul's letters, and general epistles and Revelations. Bible Overview provides an introduction and explanation for each of these collections of Books of the Bible. Teachers can help their students understand the importance and key contributions of each collection at a single glance in this 12-panel pamphlet. This is a tremendous resource for teachers, study leaders, and every person reading through the Bible. Some pastors purchase a copy for each person in their church.
Bible Overview pamphlet offers an amazing amount of useful and helpful information. In addition to showing how the Bible is divided into collections of Books, Bible Overview pamphlet provides a key for learning how to use the Bible Overview. The following information is provided for each Book of the Bible:
- Who wrote the book
- What it covers
- Where it takes place
- When it was written
- Why it was written
- An outline of key events of the Book
- Topics and chapters
- The key verse of the Book
Here's an example of how Bible Overview information is presented for each Book of the Bible:
MINOR PROPHETS
HAGGAI
- Who: Haggai
- What: Prophecy and hope
- Where: Judah
- When: c. 520 BC
- Why: To urge the people to complete rebuilding the Temple
- Outline:
- Rebuild Temple (1)
- Blessings (2)
- David's Throne (2)
- Key Verse: This is what I covenanted with you when you came out of Egypt. And my Spirit remains among you. Do not fear. (Haggai 2:5)
The Bible Overview pamphlet makes a great supplement to the inductive study guide Discover the Bible for Yourself: Helpful Introductions to Every Book by bestselling author and teacher Kay Arthur of Precept Ministries International.
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