Choosing a storybook Bible can feel overwhelming—there are so many options, each with its own tone, theology, and style. In this guide, I share how I evaluate storybook Bibles as a pastor, parent, and member of the Illustrated Ministry team. You’ll learn what to look for, how to discern what matters most, and my top progressive, inclusive recommendations.
Art & Faith
From Prophetic Hope to Prophetic Resistance: Imagining God’s Kin(g)dom from Advent to Easter
Each year, the church walks a familiar path from Advent’s longing to Easter’s joy. But what if we saw this journey not as a straight line of triumph, but as a living cycle of grief, resistance, and imagination?
A Beaded Examen: Colorful, Creative Prayer for Kids
A Beaded Examen turns prayer into something kids can see, touch, and feel. It creates space for naming emotions, noticing God’s presence, and practicing gratitude—all while holding a rainbow of beads in their hands.