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From
the Book --
The purpose of this compilation
is to provide children with actual Bible text from some of the more
interesting passages rather than simplified paraphrases. When children
read a Bible, or have it read to them, it is important that the power
and beauty of the word of God be retained. Simplified wording is
sometimes appropriate for explanations about the scriptures, but not the
Bible itself. Too often paraphrases mislead, and even demean the sacred
text. I am a retired middle-school teacher with a Master’s degree. I
know how important it is that children develop early an interest in, and
an understanding of, the written word. Moreover, adults and children
alike are blessed by time spent reading together. That is especially
true when the time is spent sharing the Holy Bible. Also, by gaining
familiarity with the passages in this compilation children can more
easily begin reading the scriptures independently. The text I used was
from the ACV (A Conservative Version). You can read more about that
version in the appendix of this volume. I tried to choose those events
that are not only more familiar, but which also teach us about the
nature of God and his relationship with us. My hopes and prayers are
that these selections will help all readers learn more about God, and
come closer to him.
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