Overall : Understanding the Epic Christian Story

Nobody wants to feel stupid at the hardware store, or at the Starbucks counter, or at the gym. And nobody wants to feel stupid in church. They want to know God’s story and how they fit into it. This book is a brief overview of human existence, broken down into seven parts. Its purpose is to help us understand and feel more confident with the overall Christian story. It’s an attempt to see and appreciate the proverbial “forest,” instead of getting frustrated by the confusing and endless “trees.” In these pages we will not just look at individual stories―we will be looking at the overall story of humanity. This is important because the story we believe we are living in shapes how we live our lives. 

Overall is an easy-reading, kick-starter book for those who are interested in, confused by, or bored with the overall Christian story. It’s a framework for viewing and understanding the grand narrative of creation and history. Readers can add their own experiences, questions, and faith-development discoveries as they find their own place in the narrative. This book offers structure for the overall story of God that is often not provided in churches and institutions of theological education. It’s a framework, a grid, a structure for viewing and understanding the grand narrative of creation and history and how we fit within it.

Ideal for small groups or a sermon series.

A. K. Fuller earned a degree in mathematics and physics and intended to pursue a career in engineering until God transformed his life and invited him into vocational ministry. After completing a Master of Divinity degree, Fuller served as creative director at a church in Ohio before pastoring one in Phoenix, Arizona. His greatest earthly joy comes from his wife and their three grown children. He loves the church and the life-changing story that she offers.