Begin
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Overview
Begin is a journey through the Scriptures designed to help someone simply understand the structure and context of the Bible. Ken Ham and Bodie Hodge compiled this critical resource which brings to light often difficult concepts through easy-to-understand commentary. Readers will enjoy a quick and concise presentation of the following core concepts with a brief summary of events and history in-between Genesis 1- 11 (The Foundation), Exodus 20:1-17 (The 10 Commandments), John (The Gospel), Romans (An Epistle from Paul to the Christians), and Revelation 21-22 (The Fulfillment in Heaven).
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SKU | M630-0 |
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Manufacturer | Master Books |
Weight (in lbs) | 0.60 |
Title | Begin |
Subtitle | A Journey Through Scriptures for Seekers and New Believers |
ISBN 13 | 9780890516300 |
Contributors | Ken Ham |
Binding | Paperback |
Page Count | 240 |
Publisher | New Leaf Publishing Group, LLC |
Dimensions (in inches) | 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 x 1/2 |
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Begin is a journey through the Scriptures designed to help someone simply understand the structure and context of the Bible. Ken Ham and Bodie Hodge compiled this critical resource which brings to light often difficult concepts through easy-to-understand commentary. Readers will enjoy a quick and concise presentation of the following core concepts with a brief summary of events and history in-between Genesis 1- 11 (The Foundation), Exodus 20:1-17 (The 10 Commandments), John (The Gospel), Romans (An Epistle from Paul to the Christians), and Revelation 21-22 (The Fulfillment in Heaven).
New believers, seekers, and even skeptics can use Begin as a first step to building a consistent study of God’s Word. It is not intended to replace the Bible but to serve as a supplemental resource. Pastors and teachers will find this book helpful when leading congregants and students into a greater understanding and focus on the infallible message of God.
Customer Reviews
This is great resource for any new believer.
The full text Scripture is included with plenty of space to journal and take notes throughout. There are brief introductions and history reviews between passages, with explanations placed throughout to go deeper for better understanding of the passage. After certain passages, reflection questions are presented with space to write out your thoughts.
I love that this is all-in-one with Scripture included because it makes it so easy to be able to gift to anyone! I think that this is also a great book to go through with your kids or in a small group setting.
Genesis 1-11 (the Foundation)
Exodus 20:1-17 (the Ten Commandments)
John (the Gospel)
Romans (Letter from Paul to Christians)
Revelation 21-22 (the Fulfillment in Heaven)
The book begins with some brief commentary that includes places to take notes. It then goes into the actual scripture passages. Obviously, since it starts from the beginning, readers will begin with Genesis 1:1. As you read through the scripture passages, there will be little facts and cross-reference points. The sides of the pages include lines where you can take notes as desired. At the end of the chapter/section, there is a question or something to think about which is followed by a notes section to journal your thoughts.
Each scripture passage is preceded by some commentary, an overview, and/or some history. Because this book does not contain the Bible in its entirety, it briefly fills in the historical blanks before moving into the next scripture passage. The book concludes with sections on:
What Does It Mean to be Saved?
Ten Basics to Boldly Proclaim a Biblical Worldview
Six Literal Days
Radiometric Dating
Variety within Created Kinds
Uniqueness of Man
Distant Starlight
Global Flood
Dinosaurs on the Ark
One Race
Suffering and Death
The Gospel
A Final Note of Truth: Wasn't the Bible Written by Mere Men?
If you do not like commentary with the Bible, this book is not for you. If you do not like Ken Ham's (Answers in Genesis) teachings, this book is not for you. If you're looking for key passages in scripture that feature commentary and your worldview lines up with that of Answers in Genesis, this book could be right for you. This book is meant to be a supplement, not replacement for an actual Bible.
Book Description (from back of book):
The Bible, available in so many different versions, can be a little intimidating for the new or casual reader, but now there is a simple road map to follow that sets the stage, creates the context, and helps you effectively navigate the scope and relevance of God's Word. Begin presents foundational and relevant portions of Scripture from the ESV version of the Bible, along with a powerful mix of commentary, historical information, and helpful detail that gives you an easy overview of the structure and focus of the Bible. From helpful details to an opportunity to interact with the verses through journaling, the book encourages you to begin reading and understanding the Bible in a deeper way!
About the Authors:
Ken Ham is the founder and executive director of Answers in Genesis in the USA and one of the most sought-after Christian speakers in North America. Ken is the author or co-author of many books, including The Lie: Evolution, The Genesis Solution, Genesis and the Decay of the Nations, What Really Happened to the Dinosaurs?, A is for Adam, D is for Dinosaur, Creation Evangelism for the New Millennium (now called Why Won't They Listen?), and One Blood: The Biblical Answer to Racism. He is heard daily on the radio program, "Answers...with Ken Ham," on more than 300 stations worldwide. Ken is also featured in various videos including the series, "Answers in Genesis with Dr. Gary Parker," and the 12-part series of 28-minute videos, "Answers...with Ken Ham." Ken's teaching is clear, true to the Bible, engaging, and challenging. Many have found salvation and others have been encouraged and equipped to reach others with the gospel through Ken's ministry.
Bodie Hodge is a speaker, writer, and researcher in AiG's Outreach Department, oversees AiG's Correspondence Department, and is a regular speaker in the Creation Museum Speaker Series. Bodie is the author of The Fall of Satan as well as co-editor of How Do We Know the Bible is True?
Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from MasterBooks/New Leaf Publishing to help facilitate the writing of a frank and honest review. A positive review is not guaranteed, and all opinions are my own.