THE BIBLE STORYBOOK: 50 Exciting Bible Tales for Kids

By Derick Chibilu

As a young churchgoer, I was fascinated by the stories of the Bible that I heard in Sunday school. I vividly remember listening to the stories of Joseph, David, Moses, and the burning bush, among many others, with rapt attention. The way in which these stories were narrated in simple terms that even a toddler could understand left a lasting impa

• Language: English
• Publisher: THE CHRISTIAN BLOGGER
• Release date: May 6, 2023
• ISBN: 9781088131930

Derick Chibilu

Derick Chibilu is an upcoming talented author and business professional based in Houston, Texas, where he resides with his beloved wife, Alice, and is known for his inspiring works. Derick holds an MBA from Capella University, a Bachelor of Business in Computer Information Systems from the University of Houston Downtown (UHD), and an Associate of Science in Business Administration from Delaware Tech. Derick Chibilu is an inspiring author and business professional who is making a positive impact on the world. His faith, his family, and his commitment to Christian values deeply influence his life and work. Through his writing, Derick has the power to inspire and uplift readers worldwide.

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Acknowledgements

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to the creation of this book. Writing a book is a team effort, and even though only one name appears on the cover, it is the result of the hard work, support, and encouragement of many people. First and foremost, I would like to thank God for giving me the inspiration and strength to undertake this project. I also want to thank my family and friends for their unwavering support and encouragement throughout the writing process. To my editor and proofreaders, thank you for your invaluable feedback and suggestions that helped make this book the best it can be. To the illustrators and designers, thank you for bringing my words to life and making this book visually appealing. And to my publisher, thank you for believing in this project and making it a reality. This book would not have been possible without all of your contributions, and I am truly grateful for each and every one of you.

INTRODUCTION

As a young churchgoer, I was fascinated by the stories of the Bible that I heard in Sunday school. I vividly remember listening to the stories of Joseph, David, Moses, and the burning bush, among many others, with rapt attention. The way in which these stories were narrated in simple terms that even a toddler could understand left a lasting impact on me. It was through these stories that I learned about the wonders and power of God, and they laid the foundation for my faith later in my adulthood.

It is from this background that I felt the need to create a resource that would enable children to experience the same wonder and excitement that I felt as a child. I wanted to write a book that would make the Bible stories accessible to children in their own language and with a format that is engaging and fun. That's why I decided to write "The Bible Storybook", a collection of fifty captivating stories that bring the stories of the Bible to life in a way that children can understand.

The book is not just a retelling of stories; it also includes multiple-choice questions at the end of each story to test the reader's comprehension of the material. As a result, " The Bible Storybook " is a valuable teaching resource for Bible teachers and parents, as well as an excellent study guide for children aged 5-10 years. The answer key provided at the end of the book makes it easy for parents and teachers to assess their child's progress.

I hope that this book will help children develop a deeper understanding of the Bible and the lessons that it teaches. I believe that this resource will help them lay a strong foundation for their faith and inspire them to pursue a deeper relationship with God. " The Bible Storybook " is a must-read for any child who wants to experience the incredible journey of God's people and learn about the power and wonders of God.

(Train up a child in the way he should go even when he is old he will not depart from it Proverbs 22:6)

The Creation Story: Genesis 1-2

In the beginning, there was nothing but darkness and emptiness. But then God who is powerful and loving father, the almighty God who is the creator of heaven and earth and has no beginning and no end decided to create the world and all the creatures in it.

On the first day, the almighty God created light. He called it day and the darkness night.

On the second day, the almighty God created the sky and separated it from the waters.

On the third day, the almighty God created the land and the seas. He also created all the plants and trees and made them grow and bloom.

On the fourth day, the almighty God created the sun, the moon, and the stars. They shone brightly in the sky, lighting up the day and night.

On the fifth day, the almighty God created all the creatures that live in the sea, including fish and whales. He also created birds to fly in the sky.

On the sixth day, the almighty God created all the land animals, including lions, elephants, and bears. Finally, he created human beings, to live on the earth and take care of it.

The almighty God saw that everything he had created was good. So, on the seventh day, he rested.

And that, children, is how the world and everything in it was created!

ACTIVITY

Memory Verse: God created the world and everything in it. He saw that it was good and rested on the seventh day. (Genesis 1:31-2:2)

Based on the bible story you just read, answer the following questions:

On which day did God create the sun and moon?

a) First day

b) Second day

c) Third day

d) Fourth day

What did God create on the fifth day?

a) Birds and fish

b) Trees and plants

c) Animals and insects

d) The sky and clouds

How many days did it take for God to create the world?

a) Three days

b) Five days

c) Six days

d) Seven days

What did God create on the first day?

a) Plants and trees

b) Fish and birds

c) The sky and clouds

d) Light and darkness

What did God create on the sixth day?

a) The first humans, Adam and Eve

b) The ocean and sea creatures

c) The mountains and valleys

d) The stars and planets

How did God create Adam?

a) He spoke him into existence

b) He formed him out of the dust of the ground

c) He created him from a rib of Eve

d) He brought him down from heaven

What did God say after he created the world?

a) Let there be light

b) It is finished

c) This is good

d) I am tired

What did God create on the fourth day?

a) Land and sea

b) Plants and trees

c) The sun and moon

d) Animals and insects

What did God create on the second day?

a) Birds and fish

b) Trees and plants

c) The sky and clouds

d) Light and darkness

What did God do on the seventh day?

a) He rested

b) He created more animals

c) He created a second world

d) He destroyed the world he had created

Noah's Ark: Genesis 6-9

A long, long time ago, the world was filled with people who did bad things. But there was one man named Noah who loved God and tried to do good.

One day, God told Noah that he was going to send a big flood to wash away all the bad things in the world. But God wanted to save Noah, his family, and some of the animals. So, God asked Noah to build a giant boat, called an ark, and to fill it with two of every kind of animal.

Noah worked hard and built the ark just as God had instructed him. He gathered all the animals and brought them onto the ark. Then, it started to rain and rain and rain.

The flood waters rose higher and higher, covering everything in sight. But Noah and his family were safe inside the ark, along with all the animals.

They were on the ark for a long time, floating on the water. But finally, the rain stopped, and the waters receded. The ark landed on a mountain, and Noah and his family and all the animals came out.

God made a promise to Noah that he would never again destroy the world with a flood. And as a symbol of that promise, God put a rainbow in the sky.

From that day on, Noah and his family took care of all the animals and the earth, and they lived happily ever after.

ACTIVITY

Memory Verse: God said, 'I am making a covenant with you. Never again will a flood destroy all life. This is the sign of the covenant I am making between me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come.' - Genesis 9:11-12 (NIV)

Based on the bible story you just read, answer the following questions:

Why did God want to send a big flood to the world?

a) To punish Noah and his family

b) To wash away all the bad things in the world

c) To make everyone go to church

d) To give the animals a place to swim

What did God ask Noah to build?

a) A big house

b) A giant boat called