Like other GoodSeed tools, this book explains the gospel in a chronological manner from creation to the cross. This 80-page booklet is priced so that it can be given away in large numbers. Churches can present these booklets to visitors or they can be given out at concerts or church programs—especially at Easter or Christmas events. Individuals can also give the booklet like a gospel tract to family, friends and neighbours.
Using full-colour illustrations and carefully controlled text, the core message of the Bible is explained in simple-to-understand English so that even someone who uses English as a second language can gain a clear understanding of the message.
Note: A variant of this booklet is The Story that Matters. It is a 64-page booklet with identical text, but uses expressive line art instead. It is also titled for use outside of the Christmas and Easter seasons.
Perfect for the young, those that have English as their second language, and those who have trouble sharing their faith.
"As part of the missions committee, we first purchased the books for children at Christmas and Easter time outreaches. The use was expanded to the International Student ministry, since we found that it was simple enough for a foreigner to understand. We have realized that it also makes the best gospel tract that we have yet purchased. Besides the affordability, the Creation to Christ message made the whole Bible and the gospel very clear, even for older Christians who have trouble verbalizing their faith. Even they had an "aha" moment reading through it!"
- Linda Mellen, Secretary, Missions Committee
This booklet explains the gospel in a chronological manner from creation to the cross. Using expressive line art illustrations and carefully controlled text, the core message of the Bible is explained in simple-to-understand English so that even someone who uses English as a second language can clearly understand.
The Story that Matters is priced so it can be given away in large numbers. Churches can present these booklets to visitors or they can be given out at concerts or church programs. Individuals can also give the booklet like a gospel tract to family, friends and neighbours.
"I really like What are Christmas and Easter All About? but it only covers two months of the year. With The Story that Matters, I can now give others the gospel message at any time of the year!"
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Appropriate for these audiences:
All ages.
Written for those with limited language skills. It uses EasyEnglish which is suitable for children, teens, ESL speakers and people who do not read a lot.
Assumptions: Assumes children have no prior knowledge of the Bible.
Objective: Allows the Bible to speak for itself in presenting the good news of the Lord Jesus Christ. There is no arm-twisting to believe. The message is presented objectively; the decision to believe or not to believe is left to the reader.
Designed to give away: This booklet is very affordable. Bought in bulk, it is priced less than a cup of coffee—cheaper than a Christmas or Easter card. It is ideal to give away in large numbers. A church can hang one on every door in a neighbourhood without breaking the budget!
Illustrated: Uses colour paintings by gifted artist, Ian Mastin, to bring the gospel story to life. (See ianmastin.com)
Chronological: Begins with the creation of the universe, and then, progressing sequentially through key Old Testament stories, it moves into the New Testament to reveal the meaning of the cross and the tomb. The main story of the Bible is tied together into one universal, all-encompassing drama. The content is brief so a reader can complete the book in approximately 45 minutes.
Lays a foundation: The creation-to-the-cross approach helps put the entire Bible in context. Helps people understand the overall message of the Bible without confusion.
Peels religious tradition off the Bible: Readers are introduced to the Bible without the trappings of religion.
Which book?
What are Christmas and Easter all About? has almost the same text as another booklet, The Story that Matters, but they each use different artwork.
See What are Christmas and Easter all About? on our store for bulk options and languages.
Available in English and French
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