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Millions of English-speaking Africans know and love Christ, but for many, God’s Word is hard to grasp. With nearly every full evangelical study Bible written from the viewpoint of the United States and United Kingdom, Africans have lacked a resource that connects with their unique experience, hindering discipleship. But that’s about to change as major […]
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The acclaimed NIV Zondervan Study Bible (website) is now available in a convenient and elegant mobile app. Just eight months ago, Zondervan added a vital new member to its study Bible family, the NIV Zondervan Study Bible, spearheaded by general editor and The Gospel Coalition co-founder, D.A. Carson. Now Zondervan’s new, dedicated iOS app brings […]
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Have you ever wondered how your Bible was made? I’m not referring to the long history of inspiration, preservation, and translation that brought God’s Word through the ages of history to our bookshelves today—I’m talking about the physical process of creating a printed Bible. Our friends at Crossway have published an interesting video tour of […]
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Zondervan is conducting a survey to hear your opinions about the New International Version (NIV) Bible translation. The survey should take you 10-12 minutes. Plenty of space is allowed for you to tell Zondervan, in your own words, your thoughts and opinions about the NIV. All responses are anonymous and confidential. Upon completion of the […]
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The New International Version of the Bible, the world’s most read and most trusted modern-English Bible translation, is now complemented by extensive study notes and resources designed and edited by general editor and The Gospel Coalition co-founder, D.A. Carson. The new NIV Zondervan Study Bible (website) presents the best of evangelical biblical scholarship, appealing to […]
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It’s been an exciting month for fans and historians of the King James Bible: scholars have identified a set of original translator’s notes that give us our earliest known look at how the King James Bible took shape: …in the archives of Sidney Sussex College there survives now the earliest known draft of any part […]
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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the commissioning of the world’s most read modern-English Bible, the New International Version (NIV), Zondervan (@Zondervan) and Biblica (@BiblicaMinistry) have partnered on a year-long commemorative #NIV50 campaign featuring quarterly themes that recognize the different ways the NIV has impacted the Christian church. The fourth theme of the year is […]
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Looking for a reason to celebrate this week? You’re in luck—today is Bible Translation Day! [Watch Wycliffe’s 2015 Scripture Celebration video.] You probably won’t find a Hallmark card for Bible Translation Day, but it’s nonetheless a good opportunity to think about an important topic. Christians believe that God has preserved the text of the Bible […]
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Bible Gateway’s mission is to honor Christ by equipping people to read and understand the Bible, wherever they are. We see our commitment as an extension of the valuable and hard work of Bible translators. See the many Bible translations in multiple languages on Bible Gateway and on the Bible Gateway App. [See our blogpost, […]
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According to The Lockman Foundation, the Amplified Bible is a translation that, “by using synonyms and definitions, both explains and expands the meaning of words in the text by placing amplification in parentheses and brackets and after key words or phrases. This unique system of translation allows the reader to more completely grasp the meaning […]
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25 DAYS OF PRAYER, DAY 24
*The elders thanking God for finally taking matters in hand*
“We give You thanks, O Lord God Almighty, The One who is and who was and who is to come, Because You have taken Your great power... Revelation 11:16-18 (NKJV) Read more here- bit.ly/2KeBhEDGet wisdom; develop good judgment. Don’t forget my words or turn away from them. Proverbs 4:5 (NLT)
bit.ly/2rrCL5TDid you know that with the Bible Gateway App you have automatic access to a selection of FREE Bible learning resources? We hope you enjoy exploring these study tools to enhance your Bible learning experience! And don’t forget there are more resources available when you sign up for a monthly or yearly subscription to Bible Gateway Plus through the App. Click here to download the app: bit.ly/2s7Wfwp
biblegateway.com25 DAYS OF PRAYER, DAY 23
*Martyred souls’ prayer for justice to be meted out*
And they cried with a loud voice, saying, How long, O Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth? Revelation 6:10 (KJV) Read more of the prayer here- bit.ly/2vM1A1M"The promise of the sacrifice is that Jesus paid it all. We don’t need to strive to atone for our sins because Christ has already done that. We simply need to receive his life so that he can rein in us and impact others through us."
The Promises of the Old Testament: An Interview with Randy Robison - Bible Gateway Blog
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How can the long-ago practices, laws, and rituals of the Old Testament possibly be relevant to our lives now? How are the promises that were made in the Old Testament transformed in Christ? What does it mean that God is the same yesterday, today, and forever? Bible Gateway interviewed Randy Robison....Polls
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