Introduction

Introduction to the Bible — The Greatest Story Ever Told

Before we dive into how to interpret the Bible, we need to see the big picture — the Bible is not a random collection of books. It is one unified story of creation, fall, redemption, and restoration. This introduction sets the stage for everything that follows.

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Key Concepts

  • The Bible is one unified story from Genesis to Revelation
  • Creation, fall, redemption, and restoration form the Bible's grand narrative
  • Understanding the big picture helps us interpret the individual parts

Scripture Focus

Genesis 1:1 John 1:1 Revelation 21:1-5

Learning Objectives

  • See the Bible as a single, unified story — not a disconnected collection of books
  • Understand the four movements of the biblical narrative: creation, fall, redemption, and restoration
  • Prepare to study individual passages with the big picture in mind

Resources

Download the companion handout for this lesson to review key terms and concepts offline.

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