The Lion story bible

38 primary works • 52 total works

Jesus' Special Friends

by Penny Frank

Published 28 February 1986

A retelling of how Jesus chose his twelve disciples.

Jesus the Teacher

by Penny Frank

Published 27 February 1987

Each attractive book retells one complete episode from the Bible in 20 pages. The easy-to-read text is complemented by spacious, detailed pictures. A final page of background information helps parents and teachers set the story in the context of the whole Bible. The Bible reference is included in every book. The original series had 52 books; the new series picks out the top 24: 10 stories from the New Testament and 14 from the Old Testament. Together, they give an excellent representative coverage of the whole Bible narrative. The series has a bright new look. Sales of previous editions exceed 10 million copies.

Secrets Jesus Told

by Penny Frank

Published 28 August 1987

Jesus tells the people parables about God's kingdom, including that of the mustard seed and that about the lost coin.

The Story of the Good Samaritan

by Penny Frank

Published 30 August 1985

Each attractive book retells one complete episode from the Bible in 20 pages. The easy-to-read text is complemented by spacious, detailed pictures. A final page of background information helps parents and teachers set the story in the context of the whole Bible. The Bible reference is included in every book. The original series had 52 books; the new series picks out the top 24: 10 stories from the New Testament and 14 from the Old Testament. Together, they give an excellent representative coverage of the whole Bible narrative. The series has a bright new look. Sales of previous editions exceed 10 million copies.

The Story of the Sower

by Penny Frank

Published 25 August 1989

An illustrated retelling of Jesus' parable contrasting the fate of seeds that fall on fertile soil and those that fall on poor soil.

The Story of the Two Brothers

by Penny Frank

Published 27 February 1987

Retells the New Testament parable of the man with two sons, illustrating God's readiness to forgive those who repent.

The Story of the Great Feast

by Penny Frank

Published 30 August 1985

While eating at a rich man's house, Jesus tells the parable of the great feast, to help people understand the invitation he brings to God's kingdom.

The Story of the Lost Sheep

by Penny Frank

Published 30 August 1985

Each attractive book retells one complete episode from the Bible in 20 pages. The easy-to-read text is complemented by spacious, detailed pictures. A final page of background information helps parents and teachers set the story in the context of the whole Bible. The Bible reference is included in every book. The original series had 52 books; the new series picks out the top 24: 10 stories from the New Testament and 14 from the Old Testament. Together, they give an excellent representative coverage of the whole Bible narrative. The series has a bright new look. Sales of previous editions exceed 10 million copies.

Come Down, Zacchaeus!

by Penny Frank

Published 29 August 1986

A retelling of the New Testament story about the dishonest tax collector, Zacchaeus, and what happened when he met Jesus.

Mary, Martha and Lazarus

by Penny Frank

Published 28 August 1987

Retells the New Testament story of Mary, Martha, and their brother Lazarus, through whom Jesus demonstrated his mastery of life and death.

People Jesus Met

by Penny Frank and John Haysom

Published August 1984

Retells the Bible stories in which Jesus met and influenced the lives of various people, including Nicodemus, a rich man; the woman at the well; ten lepers; and blind Bartimaeus.

Jesus the King

by Penny Frank and John Haysom

Published 25 August 1989

An illustrated retelling of the New Testament description of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem.

Jesus on Trial

by Penny Frank and John Haysom

Published 27 February 1987

Describes Jesus's arrest, trial, and crucifixion.

The First Easter

by Penny Frank

Published 28 February 1986

Retells what happened after the priests in Jerusalem had Jesus killed.

Good News for Everyone

by Penny Frank

Published 28 February 1986

Each attractive book retells one complete episode from the Bible in 20 pages. The easy-to-read text is complemented by spacious, detailed pictures. A final page of background information helps parents and teachers set the story in the context of the whole Bible. The Bible reference is included in every book. The original series had 52 books; the new series picks out the top 24: 10 stories from the New Testament and 14 from the Old Testament. Together, they give an excellent representative coverage of the whole Bible narrative. The series has a bright new look. Sales of previous editions exceed 10 million copies.

Paul at Damascus

by Penny Frank

Published 29 August 1986

Retells the Biblical story in which Paul, a leader in Jerusalem and a rival of the Christians, was changed by God and became a follower of Jesus.

Paul and Friends

by Penny Frank

Published 27 February 1987

Relates how Paul, who opposed the followers of Jesus and put many of them in prison, became converted after meeting Jesus himself.

Paul the Prisoner

by Penny Frank

Published 28 August 1987

Retells the New Testament story in which Paul decides he must continue to spread the good news about Jesus, even as far as Rome.

Jesus Gives the People Food

by Penny Frank

Published 1 January 1983

Each attractive book retells one complete episode from the Bible in 20 pages. The easy-to-read text is complemented by spacious, detailed pictures. A final page of background information helps parents and teachers set the story in the context of the whole Bible. The Bible reference is included in every book. The original series had 52 books; the new series picks out the top 24: 10 stories from the New Testament and 14 from the Old Testament. Together, they give an excellent representative coverage of the whole Bible narrative. The series has a bright new look. Sales of previous editions exceed 10 million copies.

Noah and the Great Flood

by Penny Frank

Published 28 February 1986

Retells the Old Testament story of Noah, the one man with whom God was pleased when he decided to wipe out the world's population with a great flood.