Glimpses of a Greater Glory: A Devotional through the Storyline of the Bible

by David H. Kim

The Storyline of the Bible devotional was designed to provide an overview of the narrative of the Bible--keeping you in the actual text of the Bible with connecting overviews and questions that help bridge the world of the Bible to our world today. Seeing the larger Biblical narrative can dramatically change the way you understand Christianity. Without this larger perspective, it's easy to view the Bible as a collection of moralistic stories, subtlety leading to a self-centered faith that essentially sees the Bible as a divinely inspired self-help book. This approach gets us no where. However, when you begin to grasp the grand narrative which begins with those powerful four words, "In the beginning God…" you start to realize that perhaps this life and this world is not about me, but about a God whose plan for redemption is far greater than I can imagine or hope. This is the good news that emerges as you connect the many pieces of this life-changing drama. This devotional will not only help you see the larger narrative but hopefully the main Actor who graciously makes Himself known. "Many books are now coming out on ‘faith and work’—but I know of none like this. David Kim gives us a way to reflect on our vocations and our lives in light of the gospel and the Word—in prayer before the face of God. There is deep theology here but it is not a textbook, but rather a devotional guide. Unique--I recommend it!" - Tim Keller, Senior Pastor, Redeemer Presbyterian Church "A devotional book that feeds our souls must at the very least draw us close to the God who has redeemed us. This wonderful book certainly does that--but it does much more. It points us to the Redeemer who, as the Sovereign Lord of all creation, calls us to serve the goals of His glorious Kingdom in our daily lives." - Richard Mouw, President, Fuller Theological Seminary

158 pages, Paperback

First published November 4, 2011

Reviews

[Susan Dawson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I needed to read a book that helped me get the storyline of the whole Bible. I was surprised and pleased to find brief prayers reprinted from hundreds of years ago. I was also pleasantly surprised to see that the reflection questions really spoke to my heart. I was happy there were no lines for responses but there is a page after each chapter for reflections if you desire to use it. It helps to have some of the scripture passages reprinted within the text of each chapter. Ancient art work is also included, though I would have preferred it larger and in color. I plan to come back to this book later to understand the storyline of the Bible more thoroughly.

[Jeremy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The contours of a robust, Gospel-centered worldview is rooted in understanding the Biblical storyline of God's redemptive purposes in history. This month-long devotional series steps through the story through highlighting key moments of redemptive history in each devotional, helping readers to recognize their place in this larger story. Highly recommended for both those considering the Gospel story of Scripture for the first time and for those hoping to read Scripture afresh to capture glimpses of a greater Glory.

[Gail Buffalo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the most comprehensive devotional I have ever used. At once it provides a reminder of the full arc of the storyline of the Bible while each day calling us to apply through prayer and meditation its truth and meaning to our lives. I save it to use in special seasons when these reminders and its structure will be most needed. Each devotional takes at least 30 minutes, but set aside the time.

[Jay · Rating 5 out of 5]

An exceptional devotional. Highly recommended.

[Kyle McManamy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great, short, 31-day devotional to take you through the storyline of the Bible.