Big Book of Bible Questions, The

Powell, a veteran of adult apologetics, teams up with Christian children’s author Parker (Night Night, Zoo, illustrated by Virginia Allyn, 2019, etc.) for this colorful compendium of Bible questions. Starting with basic theology presented in accessible language and engaging illustrations, the authors progress through the Old and New Testaments, answering questions that follow along with the traditional Christian ordering of the books of the Bible. Though more-difficult passages and characters from the source text are glossed over, the authors do an admirable job of presenting Bible stories and doctrinal teaching in a way that is kid-friendly and leaves room for questions the text does not have a firm answer for. Because of this deft flexibility while remaining true to the canon, this book will have broad appeal in a variety of homes and for those curious to learn about core concepts of Christian theology. The pitying attitude expressed toward adherents of non-Christian beliefs, set opposite photographs of an Indian bharatanatyam dancer, a Buddhist monk, a woman in niqab, a child in a kippah, and a professorial-looking white man (a representative atheist?), among others, makes plain its evangelical roots, however. While Tempest’s illustrations depict diverse believers, most artwork featured is from Western traditions, and several Bible characters appear white rather than Middle Eastern even though the text explicitly points out these origins of the Bible stories. There is no backmatter. Many Christian families will want to make room on the shelves for this big book.–Kirkus Reviews

Amy Parker has shared the unconditional love of God through more than eighty books for children, teens, and adults, translated into at least seven languages, with more than 2.5 million copies sold. Her books have regularly appeared as CBA, ECPA, and Amazon bestsellers. Two of her collaborations are recipients of Christian Retailing’s Best Awards, and The Grumbles, co-authored with Tricia Goyer, was the AWSA 2022 Children’s Fiction Book of the Year. Her best-loved books for children include the Night Night series, the God Is series, and the timeless Thank You, God, for Mommy and Thank You, God, for Daddy. But Amy’s greatest rewards are being a wife to Daniel and a mom (and mom-in-law) to Michael, Emily, and Ethan.

Doug Powell is a Christian apologist, author, graphic designer, programmer, and recording artist. He has appeared on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, CNN, NPR, World Café, Prime Time America, and more. He is the author, designer, and programmer of the iWitness series of books and apps, and author/designer of the bestselling book The Holman QuickSource Guide to Christian Apologetics. He is also a contributor to The Apologetics Study Bible and The Apologetics Study Bible for Students.

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