This study combines beautiful imagery, thoughtful design, and biblical reflections into an easy, beautiful Bible Study experience! Studying the Bible can feel intimidating. To make it a more beautiful experience, Alabaster has structured each chapter of this Bible Study to include key ideas, scripture readings, a synopsis of each reading, and reflective questions that invite the reader to pause, ponder and pray. Contemplative Artwork: Each Bible Study chapter includes contemplative artwork and prompts inspired by the story's theme(s) to help guide readers into experiencing and reading the Bible. Thirty Chapter Bible Study: Encompassing stories from both the Old and New Testament, each chapter focuses on key themes from scripture to explore diverse biblical stories as they connect to our lives today. Studies Include: Courage and providence through the story of EstherGrief and hope through the story of Lazarus, Martha, MarySeeing and valuing others through the story of HagarAccepting grace through the story of Jacob and EsauAnd 26 additional chapters