An easy-to-read, straightforward, and thorough look at the big picture of salvation history.

Do you feel overwhelmed by or guilty for not knowing the Bible better? Bible Basics for Catholics by award-winning scripture professor John Bergsma is here to change that. With more than 120,000 copies sold and 700-plus five-star Amazon reviews, this bestselling guide offers a clear, concise, and easy-to-understand walk through salvation historyfrom Adam and Eve to Jesus Christproviding valuable insights to help you see how Gods love story unfolds in scripture.

Drawing from his popular Principles of Biblical Study course at Franciscan University of Steubenville, Bergsma blends academic expertise, pastoral wisdom, and an unmistakable sense of humor to make complex ideas easy to understandand even fun!

This new and expanded edition features all of the original stick figures and drawings readers everywhere have come to know and love while adding new features that are especially useful in sharing this powerful message with your small group, parish, classroom, or family. Whether youre exploring the Bible on your own or leading others in study, this edition offers valuable tools to deepen your understanding and faith. New features include:

• Chapter-by-chapter study questions
• Seven-week program for small groups
• Companion videos for deeper understanding

Dont let uncertainty about scripture hold you back. Discover the big picture of Gods love for his people and learn how this story becomes your ownhelping you live out your Catholic faith with greater confidence and joy.

John Bergsma