Illustrated New Testament contains over 200 drawings and explanation of difficult passage Includes Imprimatur 530 pp.

Includes over 3,500 highlighted verses revealing the Bibles astonishing message of Freedom. We all long for freedom. Sometimes it seems impossible to grasp. The Bibles message of freedom is clear but to many it can feel remote. Not anymore. In this version of the Bible, the text is highlighted so there is no mistaking its liberating theme. Directions are included to make everything accessible and the personal stories included bring it alive. Jesus said, the truth will set you free. Open this book and find out what He meant. The Freedom Bible gives you: 1) Clear accessible CEV text 2) Highlighted verses to clarify your understanding of God's passion for freedom 3) A unique 48 page study section to support your individual research and group discussion 4) Inspiring stories of freedom

The Contemporary English Version Bible, first published in 1995, is one of the newest. This book explains why this translation was undertaken, how it stands out from others prepared for everyday use, and how it has been faithful to the very strict translation principles and standards which the translators of the King James Version Bible set for themselves four centuries ago. This book offers concise, focused discussions on what makes a translation easy to understand when the reader has no previous understanding of religious language, and explains the features that make a translation easy to understand when it is being read aloud by someone else. The chapter on "How to Evaluate the Readibility of a Bible Translation" explains why using a limited vocabulary list or relying upon short sentences isn't always the best way to make a translation easier for young people to understand. Each chapter offers insights that will help you or your church group discover ways the CEV can enhance and enliven your worship experience. --

Using the Contemporary English Version of the American Bible Society, this Bible is designed to help anyone working with new converts, especially those who have had a life-controlling problem and who are struggling to maintain a victorious life in Christ. This study bible's commentary notes placed throughout the Old and New Testament texts are rich, practical, encouraging and challenging. They are the culmination of over 50 years of frontlines ministry experiences of Don Wilkerson, the co-founder of Teen Challenge and Times Square Church. Included are inspirational and instructional quotes taken from various leaders in the church today and throughout the centuries. Each note is categorized and indexed in the Topical Index, making this an extremely valuable tool for personal Bible study. There is wisdom, encouragement and instruction here for everyone, no matter who you are where you're from. One of the greatest unreached and un-evangelized harvest fields in the world are those addicted to opioids and other chemical substances. Many are seeking help in the Higher Power of all Powers, which is Jesus Christ. However, what happens when they do turn their lives over to God? This Study Bible can be just the right teaching tool to place in their hands.

Symbol-coded introductory articles Study helps Charts Tables Notes Maps Reflection guides 2,208 pp.

This full-color Bible includes many helpful study and devotional aids and is clearly organized for today's busy reader. As well as brief introductions to every book of the Bible, insightful background articles on historical and cultural issues, and more than 100 mini-articles on important people, places, religious concepts, and customs, this Bible is generously illustrated with charts, maps, technical illustrations, and devotional art from around the world. Also available in a paperback edition (1-58516-025-3).

Designed to serve as a companion volume to Brevard S. Childs' acclaimed Old Testament Books for Pastor and Teacher, this convenient reference provides authoritative, up-to-date listings of books in the New Testament field for those in the pastoral ministry, as well as for teachers in churches, colleges, and seminaries. Comprehensive in scope, it considers basic exegetical tools, translations, dictionaries, encyclopedias, introductions, histories, theological reference works, and commentaries. Dr. Martin gives priority to books in English, although he cites exceptional works in German and French. This practical book includes a basic list of what the author considers the most valuable current publications along with classic older volumes that should be the nucleus of a good New Testament library. Containing a complete bibliography, it will help readers of all denominations acquire the basic tools to understand and communicate the message of the New Testament.