For anyone wanting an easily assimilated overview of the Bible, The Compact Survey of the Bible is made to order. Each of the 66 chapters contains a clear, concise examination of every book of the Bible. The well-planned format helps give an immediate grasp of the general contents of each book plus important background details showing the context in which the book was originally written.
An excellent resource for accompanying both personal Bible study and group study, The Compact Survey of the Bible is also an ideal source for teaching and preaching preparation. Each book of the Bible is covered under five headings:
Background Information
Outline of Contents
Main Elements of the Message
Application for Today
Themes for Further Study
A Broad Overview in a Compact Format