First Children's Bible: Popular Bible Stories from the Old and New Testaments

By Lawrence G. Lovasik

Book Overview

New...St. Joseph FIRST Children's Bible 978-0-89942-135-3

The First Children's Bible by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. is an excellent and highly-acclaimed collection of Bible stories for children. Set in large easy-to-read type, children will learn about important stories from the Bible. Each story is enhanced with beautiful and colorful artwork, and the First Children's Bible has been a favorite among Catholics for nearly four decades. This title provides summaries and valuable context for 46 stories from the Bible, 23 stories from the Old Testament and 23 stories from the New Testament. The language is simple and easily understandable, and a prayer before Reading this children's Bible is also included. This book makes an excellent gift and is a great educational resource for children seeking to know more about the Word of God.

The St. Joseph Catholic Children's Bible Series is intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Series deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching.

Among the features of this book are: a presentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift vibrant full-color illustrationsdurable sewn hardcover bindingreferences to the Scriptural books and chapters for the included storiesInformative and engaging introductions for both the Old Testament and the New Testament

Check out all 101 titles in this series of Catholic children's books. Each of the St. Joseph Picture Books make wonderful gifts for baptisms, First Communion, birthdays, Christmas, or Easter.

Introducing children to Bible stories is a beautiful way to nurture their faith and moral foundation. These stories, rich with lessons about God's love, compassion, and guidance, offer children a sense of purpose, hope, and a deeper understanding of their relationship with God.
Bible stories are often written in simple yet profound ways, making them relatable and easy for children to understand. Stories like Noah's Ark, David and Goliath, and Jesus feeding the five thousand capture their imagination while teaching important virtues such as courage, trust, kindness, and forgiveness. These narratives help children see how God works in the lives of His people and inspires them to follow His ways.
By learning Bible stories, children also develop a strong moral compass. They begin to grasp concepts of right and wrong, empathy, and the importance of treating others with love and respect. These lessons help shape their character and guide their behavior in daily life.
Bible stories foster a sense of wonder and connection to God. They help children see Him not as distant but as a loving Father who is always present. Sharing these stories during family time, Sunday school, or bedtime builds a foundation of faith that will grow with them, instilling a lifelong trust in God's plan and promises.

The following Old Testament topics and figures are covered in this title: God's Creates the WorldAdam and Eve Sin and God Promises a RedeemerGod Again Promises a RedeemerGod Calls a Man to Form His PeopleEsau and JacobGod Protects Joseph and His People in EgyptBaby MosesGod Chooses Moses to Lead His PeopleGod's People Celebrate the First PassoverGod Guides His People through the Red SeaGod Reveals His Law to His PeopleJericho Is Conquered by God's PeopleGod Brings His People into the Promised LandGod Gives Samson Great Strength to Help His PeopleGod Calls Samuel to Lead His PeopleGod Chooses Saul as the First KingGod Helps David Defeat the Giant GoliathDavid the King Brings the Ark to JerusalemGod Grants Great Wisdom to King SolomonThe Prophet Elijah Speaks for GodGod Calls Isaiah to Be a ProphetPeople Are Taken into Exile Because of Their SinsDaniel Is Saved in the Lions' Den

The following New Testament topics and figures are covered in this title:

Jesus' Birth Is Announced to MaryJesus Is BornThe Three Wise Men Come to Worship JesusJesus Speaks with the TeachersJesus Changes Water into WineA Great Catch of FishJesus Chooses the Twelve ApostlesJesus Gives the Sermon on the MountJesus Raises a Widow's SonJesus Feeds Five Thousand PeopleJesus Shows His GloryJesus Blesses the ChildrenJesus Teaches Love for NeighborJesus Enters Jerusalem in TriumphJesus Gives Us the EucharistJesus Is Scourged and Crowned with ThornsJesus Is Condemned to DeathJesus Dies on the CrossJesus Rises from the DeadJesus Appears to the WomenJesus Appears to ThomasThe Holy Spirit Comes Down on PentecostJesus Left Us His Church

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0899421350
• ISBN13: 9780899421353
• Release Date: September 1983
• Publisher: Catholic Book Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.8" x 7.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3