Bible Basics for Catholics (Expanded Edition) offers a friendly and accessible introduction to the entire story of salvation history—perfect for anyone who wants to understand the Bible but feels overwhelmed about where to begin. Written by renowned scripture scholar John Bergsma, this bestselling guide has already helped thousands of readers see the “big picture” of God’s plan of love, from Adam and Eve all the way to Jesus Christ.
With over 120,000 copies sold, this expanded edition keeps all the charm of the original—including Bergsma’s famous stick-figure illustrations—while adding new tools that make it ideal for personal study, parish programs, classrooms, and small groups. Bergsma draws from years of teaching at Franciscan University of Steubenville, blending solid scholarship with humor and pastoral wisdom to make even complex concepts easy to understand.
Whether you’re deepening your own understanding of scripture or leading others, this edition provides everything you need to explore God’s ongoing story—and your place in it.
Book Details:
- Expanded edition of the bestselling Bible Basics for Catholics
- Clear, engaging walk through salvation history from Genesis to Jesus
- Written by theologian and scripture professor John Bergsma
- Foreword by Scott Hahn
- Retains the beloved stick-figure illustrations
- Ideal for beginners or anyone seeking a better grasp of scripture
- Includes chapter-by-chapter study questions
- Features a seven-week small-group program
- Companion videos available for enhanced learning
- Perfect for personal study, OCIA/RCIA, parish groups, classrooms, and families
