The Billy Graham Training Center Bible: Time-Tested Answers to Your Toughest Questions
Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.685648
Object Type
Bible
Intended Recipient
Sasha Obama
(American, 2001)
Intended Recipient
Malia Obama
(American, 1998)
Intended Recipient
First Lady Michelle Obama
(American, 1964)
Intended Recipient
President Barack Obama
(American, 1961)
Date
2004
Medium
paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 1 5/8 in x W 6 1/2 in x D 9 5/8 in (4.1 cm x 16.5 cm x 24.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionPhysical DescriptionHardcover bible with commentary. Cover of the book is black with a blue gradient bar in the center.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on end page: To: The Honorable
President & First Lady
Barack & Michelle Obama
January 20, 2009
From: [gifter's signature]
Inscribed on following pages: I truly believe that God created you for this time in history. He has molded you to have a respect for others. He has given you a servant's (Christlike) heart, and He has drawn you to believe in His son Jesus Christ. There are so many wonderful scriptures but I want to share a few of my favorite ones with you! (See attached sheet) In the book I read about you and in the Rick Warren Interview - you had some questions. You are correct that when we seek God's truth He will reveal it to us. The truth will set us free & I pray that these resources of the greatest evangelist of our time can answer many of your questions. Faith is a journey. I've found the more closely I abide in Him, the more He reveals to me day by day! (I love Rick Warren. He talks the talk & walks the walk.) You are amazing! Thank you for your humble nature. Thank you for truly trying to pull the country together. Thank you for seeking wisdom and surrounding yourself with the cream of the crop. May your heavenly father be your best friend in this journey, and may you continue to turn to greatest wisdom and greatest source of strength and power!
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional DetailsNational Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
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