The Big Story of the Bible: An easy read journey through God's special book Paperback – Large Print, March 30, 2026

How does the Bible fit together?The Bible is full of stories. But it is also one big story. It is the story of God's friendship with people, and his plan to fix the world. In this book you will journey through the Bible. You will uncover God’s big story. And you will find out how you can be part of this story too!‘The Big Story of the Bible’ is a simple, accessible guide for children and adults, including those with additional needs.Note: Paperback and spiral-bound versions of this book are also available from valleyofsprings.com.More details:'The Big Story of the Bible' takes you from Genesis to Revelation, showing how the whole Bible fits together. The main chapters cover the important events in the story, while 'zoom in' chapters explain key Christian teachings and give tips on how to read different parts of the Bible. Indexes of people, books and topics make it easy to look up anything you need to find.This book is suitable for all ages and abilities. It's written in 'easy read' format, with simple words, short sentences and a clear, colourful layout with pictures and symbols to help everyone understand. It's a great resource for families, new Christians, churches and ministries, as well as anyone who wants to fill gaps in their Bible knowledge or gain confidence in explaining the gospel to others.Endorsements:“This is a brilliant book. Jo has managed to delve into the Bible’s big story in a way that’s clear and easy to understand. She doesn’t patronise her readers, but honours them with succinct explanations. She leaves no stone unturned in giving readers a thorough but accessible understanding of who Jesus is, and why he came. Thank you Jo for producing a much-needed guide!”- Lucy Rycroft, author of the 'Hope-Filled Family' blog and several Christian books for adults and childen, including the 'Mighty Girl, Mighty God' seriesThere are moments to pause, pray, think and connect the different parts of God’s big story together. The section on the death and resurrection of Jesus is beautifully interwoven with the call of the gospel. I would recommend every church has and uses a copy of this book, because it can help so many people with additional needs access the Bible in a meaningful way.”- Lynn McCann, autism and ADHD specialist, additional needs advocate and author of the award-winning 'Included by Grace' blogContents:1 God makes the world2 People turn away from GodZoom in: The problem of sin3 God chooses a family4 God saves his peopleZoom in: Laws and offerings5 A land for God’s people6 The first kings of IsraelZoom in: Stories, poems, letters7 Wisdom from God’s people8 God’s people split apartZoom in: Word-pictures9 Messengers from God10 God punishes his people11 God’s people come homeZoom in: The silent years12 God becomes human13 Jesus teaches God’s peopleZoom in: Learning from Jesus14 Jesus dies for everyone15 Jesus comes back to lifeZoom in: Why did Jesus die?How can I follow Jesus?16 The Holy Spirit comes17 Good news for the worldZoom in: The Trinity18 Letters to God’s people19 God’s promise for the futureAbout the author:Jo Acharya worked with people with learning disabilities for 18 years and now creates easy read faith resources at valleyofsprings.com. Her other books include 'Living Well With God: Easy Read Bible Lessons for People who Find Reading Hard'. Read more