Not So Ancient Stories

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If this is your first visit, this page will guide you through the website.

Who is this for:

• Everyone! All the stories are designed to be entertaining, bring a positive feeling, perhaps a laugh or two, and occasionally a "I didn’t see that coming" moment.

All stories are fictional, with some creative liberties taken.

Background:

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Around the first part of July 7, 2025, we saw an ad about the Bible's stories. It was firmly ignored. Interestingly, while working with ChatGPT, for some odd reason, we asked what it knew about the Bible and Theology. Needless to say, but you know we will, the whole process started.

The very first venture was to create a modern twist story to the “parable of the Prodigal Son. ChatGPT and us played around with and, to our surprise, we had a fun story, The Crypto Kid. From that point on, more stories were created because, well, it was fun.

Then a light went off. In August, we started tossing around some website ideas. Our enjoyment of these stories should be shared. Poof, here we are.

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Story Information:

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Each story needed to have a modern feel to it, but keep the underlying theme of the scripture it was pulled from.

Next, each story needs to have some humor to it and, when possible, a really good twist at the end.

Three important rules:

1. The Exception Rule: There is an exception to every rule except the exception rule.

2. No one dies in my stories. (Already there is an exception – Cloud Storage Blues)

3. Preaching is not an option. (Yes, rule #1 comes into play here occasionally, like – Pastor J.)

The stories tell of a fictional life and the results that happened when confronted with the problem and a resolution.

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Layout:

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Each story has a simple layout, title, image (somewhat related to the story), the retelling name, body, the bible verse it came from, a synopsis of how the bible and the story intertwine, and a link to go read the actual bible story.

The link just sends you to the Book and Chapter. You may need to scroll down to get to the section.

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Categories:

All stories are categorized by the part of the bible they came from. Legends in Dust is mainly from the Old Testament, and Grace and Grit from the New Testament. But, in keeping with my zest for humor, the titles are fun and, perhaps, a little silly.

Legends in dust

Ancient scandals, wild miracles, and desert drama - retold with neon lights, boardrooms, and broken buffets. Where the oldest stories still throw shade.

Money and Power

When ambition meets greed and good sense leaves the chat. Deals, egos, and divine interventions - all marked "urgent."

Faith and Resilience

For every setback, a comeback. From deserts to deadlines, these are the tales of stubborn belief and second chances.

Judgment and Justice

When rules are bent, pride is loud, and consequences don’t RSVP - these stories remind us who’s really keeping score.

Grace and Grit

Tough lessons, second chances, and just enough stubborn faith to make it through Monday. These are the heart hits with a modern punchline.

Power and Money

Wealth, work, and the weight of “enough.” Because sometimes, it’s not the paycheck that’s missing - it's perspective.

Grace and Redemption

Second chances with a side of humility. Proof that no matter how far we run, grace somehow keeps better GPS.

Grace and Resilience

When hope meets hardship and still shows up early. Quiet courage, steady hearts, and a few small miracles along the way.

Judgment and Justice

People watching gone theological. Stories that poke at hypocrisy, fairness, and the fine print of mercy.

These are used entirely in the “All Stories” page. As the stories build out, subgroups will be installed.

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