BIBLE JOURNALING FOR GROWN FOLKS: HAVING LIFE MORE ABUNDANTLY BOOK REVIEWS Dr. Scarborough has produced a spiritually edifying and exceedingly practical tool for all of those who desire to grow as followers of Jesus Christ. This work helps us to focus our hearts on God’s word so that we can align our expectations to his promises. It reminds us that God’s desire for us is indeed abundant in every aspect of life. I wholeheartedly recommend this journal to everyone who needs encouragement, strength, and more fuel for your faith. You will be better at the end of your journey through this book than you were before you started. Reverend Dr. Phillip L. Pointer Sr., DMin Pastor, Saint Mark Baptist Church; Little Rock, AR The Bible journaling format and outline in this book gives the reader a time to engage the scripture in a meaningful way. The definitions, weekly study scriptures, and the journal themes all build upon each other. The ease of following the outline is what connected with me the most. I believe this will make Bible journaling a common practice for those new to the tradition. Many times, people want to journal and study the Bible but do not know how to begin. This edition of Bible Journaling from The Heart – Having Life More Abundantly focuses on the reader igniting their faith and believing God for more. I encourage anyone who wants to grow in their faith and in their knowledge of the Word of God to begin journaling with this book as their guide. As Dr. Scarborough says, “Regardless of what you have been through or what you have done, let your studying and your writing in this Bible journal therapeutically and spiritually revive you, assure you, and be evidence that God’s Word is true.” Dr. Carla J. Debnam, MS, DMin, LCPC Executive Director, The Renaissance Center; Baltimore, MD Focusing on Having Life More Abundantly, this issue of Bible Journaling for Grown Folks eloquently epitomizes the broadness and depth of Dr. Scarborough’s theological education. As one personally committed to journaling daily to record meaningful memories, I was inspired to see that this book shares contextual references designed to provide deeper insight spiritually and therapeutically into scripture. She offers excellent choices of weekly topics and comparable scriptures to prompt inner thought to facilitate easy journaling, as well as enhance one’s personal meditation without having to search for a relevant scripture in the Bible. Over the course of a year, a diligent journalist will indeed experience life more abundantly while reflecting on the featured topics, including health, wealth, forgiveness, love, wisdom, restoration, joy, peace, gratitude, service, worship, and favor. Used faithfully, this book will change your life and bring you a sense of hope, peace, and purpose as you strive to have life more abundantly and strengthen your relationship with God. Reverend Shirley A. Gravely-Currie, MDiv, MBPA Major Gift Officer, Retired, Howard University Associate Minister, Allen Chapel AME Church; Washington, DC

'Loveday's case is that the mantle of historical truth and divine authority has placed upon the Bible an intolerable weight, crushing it as a creative work of immense imaginative and inspirational power. His argument is both fascinating and persuasive.' Matthew Parris The Bible for Grown-Ups neither requires, nor rejects, belief. It sets out to help intelligent adults make sense of the Bible – a book that is too large to swallow whole, yet too important in our history and culture to spit out. Why do the creation stories in Genesis contradict each other? Did the Exodus really happen? Was King David a historical figure? Why is Matthew's account of the birth of Jesus so different from Luke's? Why was St Paul so rude about St Peter? Every Biblical author wrote for their own time, and their own audience. In short, nothing in the Bible is quite what it seems. Literary critic Simon Loveday's book – a labour of love that has taken over a decade to write – is a thrilling read, for Christians and anyone else, which will overturn everything you thought you knew about the Good Book.

This unique bible will help you to reflect on the beauty of God's Word in the Modern English Version translation through a creative combined experience of reading, coloring, and journaling. The ultimate creative journaling Bible for creative readers The Promises of God Creative Journaling Bible is a double-column, wide-margin Bible in the beautiful Modern English Version translation. This unique Bible for craft enthusiasts is a wonderful resource for creative art journaling and coloring. Beautiful illustrations spread throughout the Bible, with both lined and blank margins, allow for a wide variety of creative uses. Scripture art is beautifully displayed on each of the sixty-six book introductions throughout the Bible, along with many other illustrations that can be colored to make the Bible customizable to your personality. Every page of Scripture features extra-wide 2.25" margins that include a variety of blank space, ruled lines, and illustrations for multiple creative uses. The 8-point font allows for comfortable reading, and the high quality off-white paper is optimal for creative art journaling.

Instead of cute cartoons of sweet stories, this "storybook Bible" offers gripping artwork-from medieval woodcuts to contemporary linocuts-depicting well-known passages along with those shocking stories that are often hidden from view. Revealed intends to portray the people in the Bible as exactly what they were-rapists, murderers, philanderers, failures, and liars.

BIBLE JOURNALING FOR GROWN FOLKS: Having Life More Abundantly! is designed as a therapeutic reflective tool to help you grow in the faith by systematically studying God's Word. Christianity Today confirms this premise and this work in the article excerpt below: "Spending time in Bible reflection is hands down the highest impact personal spiritual practice. There's great significance in the word reflection. It implies a contemplative process, one of thoughtful and careful deliberation. This is not about skimming through a Bible passage or devotional. It is thoughtful, personal meditation that catalyzes spiritual growth." This work is the third edition of Reverend Dr. Deborah Scarborough's family Bible journal series. My first work, entitled Bible Journaling for Kids, Putting on the Full Armor of God, is based on Ephesians 4:11-18. My second work, entitled Bible Journaling for Teens, Doing All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me, is based on xii Philippians 4:13. And now it's your turn! It's your time! Time for you to get on board with Bible journaling!

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Go deeper in your faith with Praise, a King James Version Bible that encourages quiet moments with God. This Creative Journaling Bible invites you to immerse yourself in His Word as you stop to color and personalize the most moving passages of Scripture. With three hundred elegant illustrations of thought-provoking Bible verses drawn by artist Laura Elizabeth Marshall, you can celebrate the glory of God and reflect on His teachings one artful verse at a time. Fill the lines in the oversized margins with your notes, your prayers, and your questions so that you may experience the Bible in a more personal and meaningful way. This high-quality Journaling Bible is encased in a keepsake-quality, imitation leather cover that’s both durable and comfortable to carry. The titling is artfully debossed into the leather for a timeless effect. High-quality paper makes note-taking a joy, while the ribbon page marker helps you find your place every time. Complete, single-column KJV text for easy reading 300 hand-drawn partial or full page black-and-white illustrations of inspiring verses to color Roomy, lined margins for your reflection and responses to Scripture