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.
Reviews
Growing in God’s Love: A Story Bible – A Review
How can a story Bible invite children into a more expansive understanding of God? This review of Growing in God’s Love considers its illustrations, attention to women, non-gendered language, and reflection questions, alongside practical limitations in its organization and reading format.
Deep Blue Children’s Bible Series – A Review
Choosing a children’s Bible involves more than finding familiar stories. This review considers the Deep Blue series across age groups, weighing its illustrations, interactive features, accessible storytelling, and non-gendered language for God alongside a few limitations worth noticing before choosing.