This book is written to provide either new students of the Bible, teachers, or preachers of the Word a quick reference tool. Its purpose and aim is to help the reader understand the Bible, from Genesis through Revelation. Each summary of the Bible’s sixty-six books contains: a key Bible text in each book, a key term to summarize the book, and a one-sentence summary showing how each book fits with God’s story. It also suggests how each book contributes to developing a Christian worldview. There is a summary relating to the author’s purpose, the date and time of writing, its first audience, and destination and the occasion for writing the book.

The book is rich with full color photographs, maps, and charts. Some of you will have or remember Halley’s Bible Handbook. This is a similarly designed book. Understanding the Bible is called a “quick reference to…” and it is just that. You will find it to be a useful tool if you are a preacher, teacher, or if you simply want to study the Bible yourself. It would also be a good gift for a young person or adult to encourage them in their Bible study.

- Charles Dunahoo, CEP Coordinator