Long Story Short: The Bible in 12 Phrases

by Glen Scrivener

Overview

The Bible is a big book and reading it can seem a bit daunting, especially if you’re not sure where to start. It’s also a very important book. Is has had a huge impact on the world – socially, morally, politically – and even on the language we use. This book is structured around 12 phrases that come from the Bible and uses them to explain the whole story – from the first book (Genesis) to the last book (Revelation). If you want to find out what the Bible is all about, and why it has changed the world, this book is for you.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781527101760
Publisher:	Christian Focus Publications
Publication date:	08/03/2018
Edition description:	Revised
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.70(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Glen Scrivener is Director and Evangelist at Speak Life, an organisation that exists to revive Christians, resource the church and reach the world with the good news of Jesus. He is married to Emma, and they have a daughter, Ruby.

Table of Contents

Introduction: Long Story 11

1 In the Beginning 17

2 As Old as Adam 29

3 God Will Provide 41

4 Burning Bush 53

5 Thou Shalt 63

6 Scapegoat 75

7 Land of Milk and Honey 85

Catch Up 1 From Creation to Kings 97

8 Giant Killing 99

Catch Up 2 Words of the Wise 109

9 Getting Carried Away 113

Catch Up 3 The Prophets and the Return 125

10 The Heavens Opened 127

11 Damascus Road 139

12 Hallelujah 153

Epilogue: And You? 163

Editorial Reviews

If you are one of those people who is prepared to sit down and give a bit of time to understanding someone else’s perspective, then when it comes to getting a handle on the Christian story, this is just a great place to start.  Glen Scrivener – the Australian Oxford–educated stand–up comedian is a unique communicator and here wonderfully he brings his profound gifts to bear, as he tells what Christians believe is the greatest story ever told.  But be warned, I really don’t think you can read this glorious helicopter ride over the Bible story and remain unchanged!

Classic Scrivener. Simple without being simplistic, smart without being smug, bubbling over with ideas but never losing sight of the person at the centre of it all. Glen doesn’t assume you think any of this stuff is true, but be warned: he has a gift for making you wish it were.

Barry Cooper

Enjoy these twelve stepping stones and you are going to want to blow the dust off your Bible.  More than that, you are going to be surprised how much you want to get to know the hero of the story himself!

Peter Mead

The gospel is a powerful drama of a great fall and a heroic rise. Glen Scrivener adds color and context to the beautiful story of redemption found in the Bible. This book will contribute to your love for all that was accomplished through the living, dying, and rising of Jesus of Nazareth

Dan DeWitt

This short book is a brilliant overview of the whole Bible story, covering the major plot points without getting lost in the weeds. Ideal for non–believers and new believers, Glen’s knack for avoiding insider jargon shines. Filled with fresh insight and vivid prose, there were moments I forgot I had encountered this epic story before.

Matt Smethurst

Enjoy these twelve stepping stones and you are going to want to blow the dust off your Bible.  More than that, you are going to be surprised how much you want to get to know the hero of the story himself!

Peter Mead(Director

This short book is a brilliant overview of the whole Bible story, covering the major plot points without getting lost in the weeds. Ideal for non–believers and new believers, Glen’s knack for avoiding insider jargon shines. Filled with fresh insight and vivid prose, there were moments I forgot I had encountered this epic story before.

Matt Smethurst(Editor

Classic Scrivener. Simple without being simplistic, smart without being smug, bubbling over with ideas but never losing sight of the person at the centre of it all. Glen doesn’t assume you think any of this stuff is true, but be warned: he has a gift for making you wish it were.

Barry Cooper(Author & Co–Founder of Christianity Explored Ministries)

The gospel is a powerful drama of a great fall and a heroic rise. Glen Scrivener adds color and context to the beautiful story of redemption found in the Bible. This book will contribute to your love for all that was accomplished through the living, dying, and rising of Jesus of Nazareth

Dan DeWitt(Author of Life in the Wild & Associate Professor of Applied Theology and Apologetics

This short book is a brilliant overview of the whole Bible story, covering the major plot points without getting lost in the weeds. Ideal for non–believers and new believers, Glen’s knack for avoiding insider jargon shines. Filled with fresh insight and vivid prose, there were moments I forgot I had encountered this epic story before.

Matt Smethurst(Managing Editor

If you are one of those people who is prepared to sit down and give a bit of time to understanding someone else’s perspective, then when it comes to getting a handle on the Christian story, this is just a great place to start.  Glen Scrivener – the Australian Oxford–educated stand–up comedian is a unique communicator and here wonderfully he brings his profound gifts to bear, as he tells what Christians believe is the greatest story ever told.  But be warned, I really don’t think you can read this glorious helicopter ride over the Bible story and remain unchanged!

Rico Tice(Author and Founder of Christianity Explored Ministries)

Enjoy these twelve stepping stones and you are going to want to blow the dust off your Bible.  More than that, you are going to be surprised how much you want to get to know the hero of the story himself!

Peter Mead(Director of Cor Deo

What a feast! This is a fresh, engaging and thought provoking retelling of God’s story. There’s lots of insight into Bible truths combined with timely application to our contemporary lives. By taking in the whole sweep of Bible narrative Glen’s book brings into view and connects together parts of the story arc that can easily get missed. This Bible overview will renew your delight that God’s wondrous story is your story and is good for the soul.

Andrew Baughen

If you are one of those people who is prepared to sit down and give a bit of time to understanding someone else’s perspective, then when it comes to getting a handle on the Christian story, this is just a great place to start.  Glen Scrivener – the Australian Oxford–educated stand–up comedian is a unique communicator and here wonderfully he brings his profound gifts to bear, as he tells what Christians believe is the greatest story ever told.  But be warned, I really don’t think you can read this glorious helicopter ride over the Bible story and remain unchanged!

Rico Tice