Historians learn from it. Ecologists and conservationists are amazed at its relevance. Novelists and film-makers are inspired by it. It makes some people nervous and puzzles others. It's a controversial and revolutionary book. In some countries it's banned. It's still the world's number one best-seller.
The Bible is real about love; true-to-life about failure; passionate about truth. It deals honestly and imaginatively with war, life, murder, polygamy, hypocrisy, jealousy, social justice, suffering and death.
Today, in the 21st century, the Bible is inspiring people to new understandings of friendship, to share their possessions, cancel debt, care for people with AIDS, fight slavery, injustice and prejudice, serve the homeless.
The Bible teaches generosity, kindness, honesty, self-control and discipline. It proclaims God's love in every experience of life, joy in the midst of suffering, hope in the face of death, purpose in the midst of chaos and confusion.
No one is too simple to follow its clear directions. No one is so clever they can explore all its depths. In the Bible you'll find mystery, shocking questions, truth expressed through stories, letters, poetry, riddles, paradox, and songs.
This may be the book you're looking for and Scripture Union can help you to explore it.
