Scripture has one central message — a message of redemption. The big picture of the Bible boils down to a story of God’s great love for the people He created and His desire to be in a relationship with them.
Scripture’s Overarching Story of Redemption
After the fall of man, God’s intent to restore people to Himself immediately begins to unfold. He used the law and prophets to point people to Messiah. Jesus would come as the perfect sacrifice for our sin. He brought redemption once for all through His death and resurrection. He thus bridged the gap between a holy God and sinful people. The Early Church proclaimed the same message we have today … to repent and put your faith in the Lord Jesus … until He comes again one day to reign.
Resources to Help Teachers Grasp the Big Picture of the Bible
The four-page document, What Bible Teachers Need to Know About God’s Word, helps Bible teachers get a bigger picture of the Word. It includes the following sections:
Authority of the Bible
Focus of the Bible
Theme of the Bible
Summary of the Bible
Divisions of the Bible
Panoramic View of God in the Bible
Step back for a big picture view of God’s Word with this 46-page resource, Teaching the Real Message of the Bible. You’ll see how the same message of redemption weaves throughout the pages of Scripture from the historical narratives of the Old Testament to the apocalyptic writing of Revelation. Learn to teach the heart of God, not just His words. See lives transformed by a Great God desirous of a personal relationship with them. For each section of the Bible you’ll find an overview out of which come some tips for teaching.
Surely gaining a big picture of the Bible should lead to a desire to gain a better grasp the God of the Bible.
You don’t even understand how much I appreciate your blog. Thank you so much for your obedience and dedication to our Lord. Keep up the Amazing work!
You are quite welcome. I praise God it is meaningful for you!