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Action Bible
The Action Bible Devotional: 52 Weeks of God-Inspired Adventure
The Action Bible Devotional pairs selected stories from the bestselling Action Bible with spiritual lessons and action-adventure missions that launch kids’ faith into everyday life. Covering themes such as friendship, temptation, sibling rivalry, self-esteem, and materialism, The Action Bible Devotional offers a year’s worth of activities, questions, and ideas that will keep young readers engaged with the Bible every day.
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336 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 2012
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Jeremy V. Jones
14 books3 followersJeremy V. Jones is an award-winning journalist with 10 years of print and online magazine experience, who is currently a freelance writer and editor living in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
He is also an editor who writes at the intersection of faith, family, sports, and outdoor adventure for students and adults.
He is also an editor who writes at the intersection of faith, family, sports, and outdoor adventure for students and adults.
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August 4, 2023
Yeah, my College Bible-school roommate and I bought 1 copy of The Action Bible and for a week straight, every night we would take turns reading out of it pretending to do the voices of different Bible characters. We didn't argue over who got to be the voice of God but shifted back and forth, and it was hilarious because making fun out of reading the Bible is ENTIRELY different from making light out of reading the Bible (OR making FUN OF the Bible). The Bible shouldn't be taken lightly but it could entirely be fun to learn it in different ways and through different mediums.
Let me disclose (as a Bible student in Uni), I know the importance of devoting oneself to piousness, study, solitude, discipline in prayer and scripture memory, writings of the old Theologians, Christian examples and diaries/biographies, fellowship with fellow peers and more mature Christians, and practicing the applications of Bible lessons in daily life are ALL more important than reading a comic strip version of the Bible.
HOWEVER, As a believer, I think being Biblically literate or having extensive Bible knowledge is a must. That's why the Action Bible is so brilliant: it brings a visually compelling but integral look at Bible stories where you can put pictures to words. It's made for very young adults but CMON, who doesn't like young people's literature. You can remind yourself of many Biblical characters, locations, and events. And the pictures are awesome! Then you can relate to the characters by seeing things from an artist's particular viewpoint.
This devotional is good, I read them all and didn't skip the checklists at the end of each story. I did everything apart from writing notes down in my book because I want to keep it pristine for another read!
Let me disclose (as a Bible student in Uni), I know the importance of devoting oneself to piousness, study, solitude, discipline in prayer and scripture memory, writings of the old Theologians, Christian examples and diaries/biographies, fellowship with fellow peers and more mature Christians, and practicing the applications of Bible lessons in daily life are ALL more important than reading a comic strip version of the Bible.
HOWEVER, As a believer, I think being Biblically literate or having extensive Bible knowledge is a must. That's why the Action Bible is so brilliant: it brings a visually compelling but integral look at Bible stories where you can put pictures to words. It's made for very young adults but CMON, who doesn't like young people's literature. You can remind yourself of many Biblical characters, locations, and events. And the pictures are awesome! Then you can relate to the characters by seeing things from an artist's particular viewpoint.
This devotional is good, I read them all and didn't skip the checklists at the end of each story. I did everything apart from writing notes down in my book because I want to keep it pristine for another read!
March 17, 2018
This is not the Action Bible but a set of devotions based on the Action Bible. Each one has a section from the Action Story Bible (complete with the illustrated storytelling) plus reflection and discussion questions. I’m not a fan of the drawings in Action Story Bible, (a bit white, masculine and violent), but then I’ve never been a comic fan, so I’m probably not the person to judge. Some of the questions assume 1950s traditional family values and emphasised schools and bullying and I didn’t agree with all of them. But in the main the discussion questions were excellent, and we loved doing this together. My son loved it.
November 28, 2012
As I have said before in other reviews, finding the right medium to encourage your kiddos to read is very important and in the case of encouraging your children to read the Bible it is even more so. With The Action Bible, I think they might have found something to use as a great tool for both getting a start into reading and truly learning the content of the Bible. I have yet to see the actual The Action Bible, but I hope to after my introduction through The Action Bible: New Testament and this book, The Action Bible Devotional. This is a one-year devotional with a section to go over per week that covers over selected stories from the creation and Eden with Adam and Eve to Jesus and the resurrection and even into Revelations. There is not however a table of contents.
One very cool thing I noted on the copyright page is that the "text [was] printed on 100% recycled paper" and that is another check in the fabulous column. I actually prefer the paper used in the devotional over that of the New Testament as the NT one is more glossy and catches the light (much as I remember with textbooks...).
The pages are alternating with light and dark backgrounds and the images hold a vast array of colors bringing the stories to life off the page. At the end of each story section is a page that labels the week and has some interaction just right and appropriate for your reader. My assumption would be for any kid from perhaps second grade to eighth but perhaps even older for one that truly enjoys comics and graphic novels. This one is more on the side of a comic book than a graphic novel, but I think it could be appreciated by fans of both. Back to the end of the week sections. There is a breakdown with a key verse, application to daily life, suggested activities, discussion questions, and places to write and draw. Very interactive.
The Action Bible Devotional could be perfect for a kid on their own, but could also be used in a group Bible study (with each participant having their on copy). I'm sure plenty a child would think that would be awesome. While I lean toward thinking this would be most well received by boys, I'm fairly certain that many a girl would be fascinated as well. It's full of adventure and interaction to really get an imagination into high gear. The purpose obviously is to encourage the reader to take this as an invitation to get their Bible out, no matter what version that may be and read more in the story after getting a taste in the images and text here.
Very interestingly the devotion writer, Jeremy V. Jones also wrote the Triple Dog Dare devotional that I looked at and loved earlier this year. And the illustrator Sergio Cariello has also worked with DC Comics and Marvel Comics, who better would know how to illustrate to bring in the interest?! What a fabulous gift idea for your comic book kiddo.
*Thanks to David C. Cook for providing a copy for review.*
posted: http://creativemadnessmama.com/blog/2...
One very cool thing I noted on the copyright page is that the "text [was] printed on 100% recycled paper" and that is another check in the fabulous column. I actually prefer the paper used in the devotional over that of the New Testament as the NT one is more glossy and catches the light (much as I remember with textbooks...).
The pages are alternating with light and dark backgrounds and the images hold a vast array of colors bringing the stories to life off the page. At the end of each story section is a page that labels the week and has some interaction just right and appropriate for your reader. My assumption would be for any kid from perhaps second grade to eighth but perhaps even older for one that truly enjoys comics and graphic novels. This one is more on the side of a comic book than a graphic novel, but I think it could be appreciated by fans of both. Back to the end of the week sections. There is a breakdown with a key verse, application to daily life, suggested activities, discussion questions, and places to write and draw. Very interactive.
The Action Bible Devotional could be perfect for a kid on their own, but could also be used in a group Bible study (with each participant having their on copy). I'm sure plenty a child would think that would be awesome. While I lean toward thinking this would be most well received by boys, I'm fairly certain that many a girl would be fascinated as well. It's full of adventure and interaction to really get an imagination into high gear. The purpose obviously is to encourage the reader to take this as an invitation to get their Bible out, no matter what version that may be and read more in the story after getting a taste in the images and text here.
Very interestingly the devotion writer, Jeremy V. Jones also wrote the Triple Dog Dare devotional that I looked at and loved earlier this year. And the illustrator Sergio Cariello has also worked with DC Comics and Marvel Comics, who better would know how to illustrate to bring in the interest?! What a fabulous gift idea for your comic book kiddo.
*Thanks to David C. Cook for providing a copy for review.*
posted: http://creativemadnessmama.com/blog/2...
August 11, 2013
Jeremy V. Jones in his new book “The Action Bible Devotional” published by David C. Cook gives us 52 Weeks of God-Inspired Adventure.
From the back cover: Looking for adventure?
With eye-popping comic illustrations and a week’s worth of activities for each Bible story, this one-year devotional gives you real-life ways to meet with God and live out his spiritual adventure every day.
Every week’s story includes:
· Key Verse—a highlight from the story you just read
· X-Ray Vision—thoughts to connect the story with your life
· Your Mission—three ideas to put the themes into action
· Your Debrief—three questions to spark some brain cells
· Mission Accomplished—your place to make notes
It’s all about faith in action as you dive into life knowing God is with you. So get ready to read, draw, doodle, create, pray, and discover. The adventure awaits!
Why do we need a new daily devotional? Well first off it is the only devotional with illustrations by Sergio Cariello. Most of us need help to focus our attention. There are so many things that vie for our attention and we juggle so many that, sometimes, we lose sight of what really is important. So we need this devotional to help calm and center us. We can use this in the morning to help focus us on God and His plans for us rather than our plans for the day. We can use this in the afternoon to help re-energize us when the activities of the day have drained us of our energy. We can use this in the evening when we are weary from the world’s battering and we need rest and peace in God. “The Action Bible Devotional” is not a time-consuming read. Each devotional starts with a story from The Action Bible, then Key Verse (a highlight from the story you just read), X-Ray Vision (thoughts to connect the story with your life), Your Mission (three ideas to put the themes into action), Your Debrief (three questions to spark some brain cells) and Mission Accomplished (your place to make notes). They are only a few pages in length but they are oh so helpful to properly channel our energies in the right direction. If we use these daily devotionals correctly we will all be the better for it.
You can find “The Action Bible Devotional” at a discount at http://www.deepershopping.com/item/jo...
If you would like to listen to interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.
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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from David C. Cook. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
From the back cover: Looking for adventure?
With eye-popping comic illustrations and a week’s worth of activities for each Bible story, this one-year devotional gives you real-life ways to meet with God and live out his spiritual adventure every day.
Every week’s story includes:
· Key Verse—a highlight from the story you just read
· X-Ray Vision—thoughts to connect the story with your life
· Your Mission—three ideas to put the themes into action
· Your Debrief—three questions to spark some brain cells
· Mission Accomplished—your place to make notes
It’s all about faith in action as you dive into life knowing God is with you. So get ready to read, draw, doodle, create, pray, and discover. The adventure awaits!
Why do we need a new daily devotional? Well first off it is the only devotional with illustrations by Sergio Cariello. Most of us need help to focus our attention. There are so many things that vie for our attention and we juggle so many that, sometimes, we lose sight of what really is important. So we need this devotional to help calm and center us. We can use this in the morning to help focus us on God and His plans for us rather than our plans for the day. We can use this in the afternoon to help re-energize us when the activities of the day have drained us of our energy. We can use this in the evening when we are weary from the world’s battering and we need rest and peace in God. “The Action Bible Devotional” is not a time-consuming read. Each devotional starts with a story from The Action Bible, then Key Verse (a highlight from the story you just read), X-Ray Vision (thoughts to connect the story with your life), Your Mission (three ideas to put the themes into action), Your Debrief (three questions to spark some brain cells) and Mission Accomplished (your place to make notes). They are only a few pages in length but they are oh so helpful to properly channel our energies in the right direction. If we use these daily devotionals correctly we will all be the better for it.
You can find “The Action Bible Devotional” at a discount at http://www.deepershopping.com/item/jo...
If you would like to listen to interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.
To listen to 24 hours non-stop, commercial free Christian music please visit our internet radio station www.kingdomairwaves.org
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from David C. Cook. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
September 20, 2013
Let me just tell you right off the bat that I loved these books so much, I've already ordered The Action Bible! My hands are just itching in excitement to get a hold of it. ;)
This book is set up as a 52 week study. It's most recommended for 8-13 years olds, and I agree, but I still think it could help older children, too. It's great for a boy OR girl, but I do think boys will connect with it more. The devotions for each week include a summary of a Bible event, in comic book style. It always included what book and chapter(s) the story is taken from. There's a "Key Verse", an "X-Ray Vision" section, which is a lesson that can be taken from the story. There's a "Your Mission" section, which includes challenges for the reader. "Your Debrief" asks some questions that will get the reader thinking. "Mission Accomplished" makes the reader think about what he/she has taken way from that week's lesson. Some lessons include a section to encourage reaching out in some way or a section to draw and/or write. It's part devotional and part journal. You could easily use this as a family book and pass along to each person with a notebook to write in OR actually use it as an individual study/journal/diary.
The devotional part is written by Jeremy V. Jones. I recognize his name AND his writing style from the Triple Dog Dare: One Year of Dynamic Devotions for Boys. I passed that devotional on to one of my nephews.
Is every story in this book perfect? No, of course not! Nothing written by man is, and I do *not* recommend letting the stories in this book replace, in any way, God's inspired written Word! As a supplement to reading THE Bible, I think this is an **amazing** study tool! I truly think that's what it was developed for...a study tool. So many people out there are visual learners, and this is a wonderful gateway to help those people understand many events from The Bible. As I read through this devotional, I gained a better understanding of many of those events. There were things that I didn't remember, and I would go back to the original story in The Bible and refresh my memory. There were stories that I didn't overly like the rephrasing or interpretation. As with ALL Bible related books written by man, just use your Bible knowledge and best judgement to know what to leave and what to take. I have a pretty low tolerance for changes made to Bible events, and I still feel perfectly safe recommending this book to you.
Overall, this gets a *highly* recommended from me!
*I was provided a review copy in exchange for my honest opinion.
This book is set up as a 52 week study. It's most recommended for 8-13 years olds, and I agree, but I still think it could help older children, too. It's great for a boy OR girl, but I do think boys will connect with it more. The devotions for each week include a summary of a Bible event, in comic book style. It always included what book and chapter(s) the story is taken from. There's a "Key Verse", an "X-Ray Vision" section, which is a lesson that can be taken from the story. There's a "Your Mission" section, which includes challenges for the reader. "Your Debrief" asks some questions that will get the reader thinking. "Mission Accomplished" makes the reader think about what he/she has taken way from that week's lesson. Some lessons include a section to encourage reaching out in some way or a section to draw and/or write. It's part devotional and part journal. You could easily use this as a family book and pass along to each person with a notebook to write in OR actually use it as an individual study/journal/diary.
The devotional part is written by Jeremy V. Jones. I recognize his name AND his writing style from the Triple Dog Dare: One Year of Dynamic Devotions for Boys. I passed that devotional on to one of my nephews.
Is every story in this book perfect? No, of course not! Nothing written by man is, and I do *not* recommend letting the stories in this book replace, in any way, God's inspired written Word! As a supplement to reading THE Bible, I think this is an **amazing** study tool! I truly think that's what it was developed for...a study tool. So many people out there are visual learners, and this is a wonderful gateway to help those people understand many events from The Bible. As I read through this devotional, I gained a better understanding of many of those events. There were things that I didn't remember, and I would go back to the original story in The Bible and refresh my memory. There were stories that I didn't overly like the rephrasing or interpretation. As with ALL Bible related books written by man, just use your Bible knowledge and best judgement to know what to leave and what to take. I have a pretty low tolerance for changes made to Bible events, and I still feel perfectly safe recommending this book to you.
Overall, this gets a *highly* recommended from me!
*I was provided a review copy in exchange for my honest opinion.
March 16, 2013
The Action Bible Devotional by Jeremy Jones contains 52 devotions based on The Action Bible. Each devotional section contains a selection from The Action Bible in graphic novel format, a key verse, a look at how this applies to our lives today, some activities to bring it all together, some questions, and a place to write what you’ve learned. Finally there’s an application to share what you’ve learned with others or to focus on the bigger picture.
The verses come from the New Living Translation of the Bible. The book is well illustrated with a great graphic novel format to highlight the passages in the Bible. They tell enough of the story to capture the important points without becoming inappropriate for kids. This doesn’t replace actual Bible reading, but can be a great resource to do some weekly devotions as a family or even individually. The order of the devotional readings seems to be based on the traditional ordering of the books in the Bible, not the actual historical order.
My Take: I really like this format for devotional readings for kids. Even for adults, I think there’s enough to think about in the questions that it’s worth reading with your family. The stories tie in well with the devotional reading and I really like the way they are tied to our modern lives. I wouldn’t get into the habit of using The Action Bible or this devotional in place of regular Bible reading, but I can see this being a useful supplement to help with regular reading.
Disclaimer: I was provided with a preview copy of this book with no expectations on anyone’s part. The opinions expressed are my own and were not influenced by anyone else.
The verses come from the New Living Translation of the Bible. The book is well illustrated with a great graphic novel format to highlight the passages in the Bible. They tell enough of the story to capture the important points without becoming inappropriate for kids. This doesn’t replace actual Bible reading, but can be a great resource to do some weekly devotions as a family or even individually. The order of the devotional readings seems to be based on the traditional ordering of the books in the Bible, not the actual historical order.
My Take: I really like this format for devotional readings for kids. Even for adults, I think there’s enough to think about in the questions that it’s worth reading with your family. The stories tie in well with the devotional reading and I really like the way they are tied to our modern lives. I wouldn’t get into the habit of using The Action Bible or this devotional in place of regular Bible reading, but I can see this being a useful supplement to help with regular reading.
Disclaimer: I was provided with a preview copy of this book with no expectations on anyone’s part. The opinions expressed are my own and were not influenced by anyone else.
September 19, 2013
Filled with vibrant full color pictures that portray 52 of the stories out of the Bible, this devotional gives kids a new perspective on the stories they’ve heard or read previously. It engages the kids as they view these tales graphic novel/comic book style and, in the case of my 8 year old son, it excited him. He didn’t want to just read one a week – he was ready to devour the book in one sitting. He kept asking what came next and if we could skip ahead to the next story. That thrilled me to no end.
I was impressed with this book. I have the digital version that I received for review purposes, but my kids and I really enjoyed reading it together and working through some of the devotions. I am considering adding this to our homeschool curriculum for their Bible classes. They really enjoy the beautiful artwork and the stories. The activities are fun and encouraging for them and it managed to keep them excited about reading the Bible and exploring more.
I would definitely recommend this for anyone who has a child in their house that loves graphic novels or if you’re looking for a new way to get the Bible into your child’s hands.
Review copy provided by the publisher. Thank you!
I was impressed with this book. I have the digital version that I received for review purposes, but my kids and I really enjoyed reading it together and working through some of the devotions. I am considering adding this to our homeschool curriculum for their Bible classes. They really enjoy the beautiful artwork and the stories. The activities are fun and encouraging for them and it managed to keep them excited about reading the Bible and exploring more.
I would definitely recommend this for anyone who has a child in their house that loves graphic novels or if you’re looking for a new way to get the Bible into your child’s hands.
Review copy provided by the publisher. Thank you!
September 20, 2012
I really like the current style of these Bibles. After each story, there are key verses, comprehension and application questions, and an activity. It is set up in a mission style form with objectives and mission accomplished parts. You can write in the spaces provided to study God's word. I didn't check out every story, but I saw a clear presentation of the Gospel in many parts. My son is only 3, so I won't be getting this for him right away, but I could see a 3rd to 6th grader liking this. Check it out!
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