Mike
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I'm a Christian and an avid reader. My favorite genre is "biblical fiction". I thoroughly enjoy books that take me through a story in the Bible and weave a story. By biblical fiction, of course, I mean books that add dialog or details that aren't specifically expressed in scripture, BUT stay true to it and don't contradict it. It's funny, because I am a man, but I've found two of my favorite authors are Lynn Austin and her "Chronicles of the Kings" series and Francine Rivers' "Mark of the Lion" series.
I've read some people reject such works, saying that if we want to read biblical stories, we should stick to the Bible. As for me, if they stand the litmus test of staying true to the Bible without contradicting it, they are fine. They can add depth to the understanding of the people and the times they lived in.
Other books I've liked:
The Brother's Keeper - Tracy Groot
The Weeping Chamber - Sigmund Brouwer
The Last Disciple - Hank Hanegraff & Sigmund Brouwer
I'm drawing a blank now, but I've read a lot. If you like this genra, I believe you would like these. I'd also like to know if anyone has other suggestions in this genre.
Be blessed.
I've read some people reject such works, saying that if we want to read biblical stories, we should stick to the Bible. As for me, if they stand the litmus test of staying true to the Bible without contradicting it, they are fine. They can add depth to the understanding of the people and the times they lived in.
Other books I've liked:
The Brother's Keeper - Tracy Groot
The Weeping Chamber - Sigmund Brouwer
The Last Disciple - Hank Hanegraff & Sigmund Brouwer
I'm drawing a blank now, but I've read a lot. If you like this genra, I believe you would like these. I'd also like to know if anyone has other suggestions in this genre.
Be blessed.