Can you recommend some books about the Bible told as a story?

They are often very engaging. Since they are in story form, they can draw readers in more easily compared to dry theological texts. For example, they can use vivid descriptions of the settings like the ancient cities in the Bible.

One great book is 'The Children's Illustrated Bible'. It has beautiful illustrations that help bring the bible stories to life for kids. It simplifies the stories so they are easy to understand.

There is also 'The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People'. This book weaves together the various narratives from the Bible into a single, flowing story. It helps in getting a comprehensive view of the overall Biblical arc. It simplifies complex theological concepts by presenting them within the context of these stories, making it accessible for those who might be new to studying the Bible.

Sure. 'The Story of Noah's Ark' in the book of Genesis is quite fascinating. It tells about Noah being chosen by God to build an ark and save his family and pairs of all animals from the great flood.

The 'Book of Psalms' is also wonderful. It contains a collection of hymns and poems that express various emotions towards God, from praise to lament. Reading it can give you a deep sense of the spiritual and emotional connection in the Bible.

One well - known book is 'The Chronicles of Narnia' by C.S. Lewis. It has many elements inspired by the Bible, such as the concept of sacrifice and redemption. Another is 'Paradise Lost' by John Milton. It retells the story of the fall of man from the Garden of Eden in a very detailed and complex way. Also, 'Ben - Hur: A Tale of the Christ' is a great one. It shows the life and times around Jesus and has a strong Christian theme.

The story of David and Goliath is also very popular. David, a young shepherd boy, bravely faced the giant Goliath with just a sling and some stones. This story shows children that with faith in God, they can overcome great challenges. It's often told to inspire courage in kids.

For in - depth study, 'The New International Commentary on the Old Testament' series can be very useful. It provides detailed academic analysis of the Old Testament stories. Another option is 'The Word Biblical Commentary' which delves deep into the text of the Bible, including the stories, with insights from various scholars.

The story of Christmas is primarily found in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke in the New Testament of the Bible.

The story of Lucifer is mentioned in several parts of the Bible, particularly in the book of Isaiah and the book of Revelation.