by Sally Matheny
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| Precious Prayers Bible |
In the 1970's and 80's, I grew up with Precious Moments
art--from cards and books to clothing and dolls. When I got married in 1989, a Precious
Moments bride and groom graced the “Just Married” sign on the getaway car.
There’s something endearing about those characters with teardrop eyes. They are
still popular today.
I am delighted to post a review of the Precious Prayers Bible recently released
by Tommy Nelson Publishers. The copy I have is the NKJV but it’s also available
in KJV.
This would make a beautiful gift for a child or even as
a baby gift for when the child grows older. Sam Butcher’s pastel drawings accompany
various scriptures, Christian poems and prayers on forty-eight pages interspersed
throughout the Bible.
A sampling of those includes The Lord’s Prayer, the
Beatitudes, and Charles Wesley’s poem, “Gentle, Meek, and Mild.”
I like the three sections included at the beginning of
the Bible—About the Bible, How to Start Reading the Bible, and Getting to Know
God.
At the back of the Bible, there are two reference sections.
One includes scriptures on the ministry of Jesus; the other is on the miracles
of Jesus. There are four, simple maps included at the end as well.
The only thing I would have liked to have seen included, that was not, was a concordance. Or at least another reference section of
scriptures children can look to when needed for certain situations such as when
they are sad.
Overall, I like the Precious
Prayers Bible. The popularity of Precious Moments art may vary among
readers, but the truth of God’s Word will always stand the test of time.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I
received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a
positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this
in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides
Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
