''The Big Picture Story Bible'' is a 2004 children's Bible published by
Crossway. It was written by David R. Helm and illustrated by Gail Schoonmaker. It focuses on the "overall story of God’s saving plan" instead of concentrating on individual stories, and is heavily influenced by
Graeme Goldsworthy
Graeme Goldsworthy (born 7 September 1934) is an Australian evangelical Anglican theologian specialising in the Old Testament and biblical theology. His most significant work is a trilogy: ''Gospel and Kingdom'', ''Gospel and Wisdom'', and ''The ...
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biblical theology
Because scholars have tended to use the term in different ways, Biblical theology has been notoriously difficult to define.
Description
Although most speak of biblical theology as a particular method or emphasis within biblical studies, some scho ...
, especially his motif of "God's people in God's place under God's rule."
David A. Shaw notes that the illustrations "are full of biblical detail, supplementing a more stylised and generalised text," and "make visual connections very effectively, linking OT promises and typological patterns with their fulfilment."
Crossway has also published a number of associated volumes, including ''The Big Picture Family Devotional'' and ''The Big Picture Bible Crafts''.
See also
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The Jesus Storybook Bible
References
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Bibles for children
2004 non-fiction books