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Story 3: The Flood [Children's Story, Tragedy, or Love Story?]
The story of the Flood – or “Noah’s Ark” – has always been a “fun Bible story” for kids, one they see illustrated with lots of bright colors and happy animals in pairs. But you have to stop and wonder at this. The Flood is the most dramatic account of mass death in history – [...]
Story 2: Fall [Fend For Yourself]
Satan’s message to the world slipped in at the early stages of history, as he whispered to Eve, “Fend for yourself!” The woman previously lived in the bliss of trust. She trusted God to meet all of her needs, she trusted her husband to love her wholly. Never had the thought occurred to her that [...]
Story 1: Creation [Longing for Home]
God created a good world. He created a paradise, a garden of delight called Eden, and He placed man there. Man walked with God and with his perfect companion in Eden. The man and woman enjoyed responsibilty as caretakers and boundless creativity; they were rich with resources and beauty. Man and woman were where God [...]