A Guide to Every Resource Available on Bible Gateway Plus

Bible Gateway Plus is a premium subscription that gives you access to a digital library of dozens of Bible study tools and resources, directly tied to each verse of the Bible, anywhere you go — all for less than the cost of a pack of highlighters. Think of it as your “more than 60 in one” personal study Bible.

It’s an amazing tool, whether for research, sermon prep, or devotional reading — but the sheer number of resources can be overwhelming when you first sign up.

So if you’re a new Bible Gateway Plus subscriber — or if you’re thinking of taking the plunge and want to know what’s in it for you (remember, you can try it for free!) — here’s a quick guide to every resource you now have available to you. Or you can just check out the latest additions.

Tap or click on each bold title below to expand a full description of the resource and recommendations for its use.

How Bible Gateway Plus Works

To access your Bible Gateway Plus resources, simply log in and open any Bible passage.

• On desktop browsers, you’ll see a sidebar on the right with all the available resources.
• On mobile, you’ll find the “Resources” button between the search bars (above) and your selected passage (below).

From there, you can browse, filter, and pin your favorite resources for easier access.

One important note that people don’t always realize is that you can use any resource with any Bible translation, as long as it has a note for the passage you’re reading. For instance, even though the NIV Application Bible was created specifically for the NIV (and is only available in hardcopy for that translation), on Bible Gateway Plus you can still browse its notes whether you’re reading the NIV, ESV, KJV, or any other!

Latest Additions

Just want to see what’s new on Bible Gateway Plus? Here are the most recent additions as of this writing.

NIV Application Bible

• Type: Study Bible
• Date: 2025
• Description: Features study notes drawn from the extensive, bestselling NIV Application Commentary series published over the past three decades, bridging the world of the Bible and contemporary times by helping you connect what you’ve learned directly with the modern world.
• Recommendation: Individual readers of all familiarity levels looking to learn more about the world of the Bible, as well as bringing its teachings into their experiences today.

Story of God Bible Commentary (Selected Books)

• Type: Commentary
• Date: 2013–present
• Description: A narrative-focused commentary series edited by Tremper Longman III and Scot McKnight. Each volume emphasizes how the biblical text fits into the grand redemptive story of Scripture, blending scholarly insight with pastoral tone.
• Recommendation: Pastors and teachers seeking to preach or teach Scripture as part of God’s overarching narrative. Also well-suited for thoughtful devotional study with a narrative theology emphasis.

All the Genealogies of the Bible

• Type: Encyclopedia
• Date: 2023
• Description: Organizes every biblical genealogy into visual charts and explanatory text, including family trees, timelines, and theological reflections on lineages. Enhances understanding of Scripture’s continuity and God’s covenantal faithfulness across generations.
• Recommendation: Bible teachers, genealogical researchers, or anyone tracing biblical timelines and personal connections.

Study Bibles

Study Bibles help readers understand and explore Scripture in greater depth using tons of additional materials beyond the standard biblical text — from book introductions and thematic articles to thousands of study notes connected to specific Bible verses.

CSB Tony Evans Study Bible

• Year: 2017
• Description: Features notes and insights on kingdom living collected from the sermons, teachings, and writings of Dr. Tony Evans, founder and senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas from 1976 to 2024, and founder and president of The Urban Alternative.
• Recommendation: Individual study, preaching preparation, or group study, especially in urban or multicultural contexts.

ESV Global Study Bible

• Year: 2012
• Description: This unique study Bible’s reference notes call attention to global themes found in each book of Scripture, highlighting cross-cultural ministry and providing a greater understanding of global Christianity.
• Recommendation: Missions, church planting, cross-cultural Christian living, and global discipleship efforts.

King James Study Bible, 2nd ed.

• Date: 2013
• Description: A study Bible with doctrinally conservative notes, timelines, articles, and maps. Specifically tailored to readers of the King James Version, it provides insight into traditional evangelical theology.
• Recommendation: Any church or individual who prefers the KJV will find these notes a clarifying accompaniment to scriptural text.

NASB/NKJV Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible

• Date: 2009
• Description: Delivers Dr. Charles Stanley’s 30 Life Principles in a homily-style coloration to biblical text.
• Recommendation: Personal and small group studies to glean broad biblical understanding and lessons for practical application.

NIV Application Bible

• Date: 2025
• Description: Features study notes drawn from the extensive, bestselling NIV Application Commentary series published over the past three decades, bridging the world of the Bible and contemporary times by helping you connect what you’ve learned directly with the modern world.
• Recommendation: Individual readers of all familiarity levels looking to learn more about the world of the Bible, as well as bringing its teachings into their experiences today.

NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible

• Date: 2019
• Description: Edited by D.A. Carson, this Bible includes book introductions, sectional introductions, and 20,000 study notes written by a team of over 60 trusted theologians and Bible scholars. It emphasizes how each passage fits into the overarching biblical-theological storyline.
• Recommendation: Seminary students, Bible teachers, and readers seeking a deeper theological lens into how the individual parts of Scripture join to create a cohesive whole.

NIV Case for Christ Study Bible

• Date: 2009
• Description: Integrates apologetic insights from Lee Strobel’s Case for Christ and related works. Includes articles, Q&A sections, and notes addressing key evidences for the Christian faith.
• Recommendation: Skeptics, seekers, or believers interested in apologetics and evangelism. Pairs well with the NIV Quest Study Bible, especially for students and young adults engaging with questions about faith.

NIV/NRSV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible

• Date: 2016 (NIV), 2019 (NRSV)
• Description: Edited by John H. Walton and Craig S. Keener, this study Bible focuses on the historical, cultural, and social world behind the text. Includes extensive background notes, images, and sidebars.
• Recommendation: Teachers, small group leaders, armchair historians, or anyone wanting to understand how ancient context shapes biblical meaning. Especially effective for studying entire books or looking for historical hints within difficult-to-understand passages.

NIV First-Century Study Bible

• Date: 2014
• Description: Led by scholar Kent Dobson, this Bible explores Jewish traditions, ancient culture, and first-century perspectives on Scripture. Features word studies, historical notes, and cultural context.
• Recommendation: Small groups or individuals exploring Jesus’ world and the NT church, or wanting to connect more deeply with the Jewish roots of Christianity. Pairs well with the NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible.

NIV Grace and Truth Study Bible

• Date: 2021
• Description: General editor Dr. Al Mohler presents study notes grounded in theological clarity and gospel-centered teaching. The tone is conservative and pastoral, aiming to combine truth with grace.
• Recommendation: Pastors and disciples of conservative evangelical churches who are seeking doctrinally rich but accessible commentary and trustworthy guidance.

NIV Jesus Bible

• Date: 2016
• Description: Designed to help readers see Jesus throughout the entire Bible, the Jesus Bible includes contributions from Louie Giglio, Max Lucado, John Piper, and others focusing on Christocentric interpretation and exegesis.
• Recommendation: Great as a devotional or sermon-preparation Bible in both adult and youth or young-adult ministries. Its thematic focus makes this resource’s uses more specific.

NIV Quest Study Bible

• Date: 2011
• Description: Designed to answer common questions about the Bible, this resource features over 7,000 Q&A-style notes alongside articles, charts, and sidebars for curious readers.
• Recommendation: New believers, youth, or seekers who are constantly asking “why” or “how.” An effective discussion-starter for Bible studies and small groups.

NIV Storyline Bible

• Date: 2019
• Description: Highlights how each book of the Bible contributes to the grand narrative of redemption. Includes visual timelines, infographics, and theme summaries to trace Scripture’s cohesive storyline.
• Recommendation: One of the most image-heavy resources on Bible Gateway Plus, this Study Bible is perfect for visual learners, or as a starting point for thematic studies and understanding biblical theology.

NIV Student Bible

• Date: 2011
• Description: Co-authored by Philip Yancey and Tim Stafford, this Study Bible provides engaging notes, reading plans, and introductions aimed at high school and college students. Encourages honest questions and exploration.
• Recommendation: Youth and young adults navigating faith during transition years. Especially useful in youth ministry, campus groups, or personal devotions for teens.

NIV Study Bible, Fully Revised Edition

• Date: 2011
• Description: Over 20,000 evangelical scholarly and succinct notes and annotations offer award-winning insight in the areas of character study, archaeology, and personal application.
• Recommendation: Suitable for all experience levels from pastors and teachers to lay readers looking for scholarly depth in a user-friendly format.

NIV Thompson® Chain-Reference® Bible

• Date: 2022
• Description: First published in 1908, this classic resource links verses thematically across the entire Bible. It now contains more than 100,000 references, covering over 8,000 topics, making the chain-reference system an ideal tool for comprehensive topical study.
• Recommendation: Pastors, teachers, and long-time Bible students conducting topical studies or exploring interconnected themes for sermon prep.

NIV/NKJV Woman’s Study Bible

• Date: 2017 (NKJV), 2018 (NIV)
• Description: Tailored to Christian women, it includes study notes, essays, devotionals, and character profiles from a female perspective. Covers topics relevant to women’s spiritual growth and life application.
• Recommendation: Personal devotions, women’s Bible studies, and discipleship in conservative evangelical churches.

NKJV Abide Bible

• Date: 2020
• Description: Focuses on spiritual formation and contemplative reading, this resource’s notes are centered on practical Scripture engagement prompts based on five ways of engaging deeply with the Bible.
• Recommendation: Journaling, prayer, meditation, and other devotional Bible reading practices seeking deeper intimacy with God through Scriptural engagement.

NKJV Chronological Study Bible

• Date: 2008
• Description: This resource encourages studying the Bible in the order in which biblical events actually happened, providing notes explaining biblical history and culture.
• Recommendation: Best used in tandem with Bible Gateway’s chronological Bible reading plan (or its simplified version) to fully understand the historical flow of the events of the Bible.

NKJV Evangelical Study Bible

• Date: 2023
• Description: Emphasizes conservative evangelical theology, with contributions from respected scholars. Includes verse-by-verse commentary, application notes, and doctrinal sidebars.
• Recommendation: Pastors, Bible teachers, students, and lay readers in evangelical churches who want trustworthy, conservative commentary.

NKJV Lucado Encouraging Word Bible

• Date: 2020
• Description: Features devotions, study notes, and reflections in Max Lucado’s signature warm, pastoral style focused on hope, encouragement, and God’s promises.
• Recommendation: Devotional reading, especially for longtime Lucado readers or anyone experiencing a season of discouragement or difficulty.

NKJV MacArthur Study Bible (2nd ed.)

• Date: 2019
• Description: Features in-depth commentary from John MacArthur rooted in Reformed and dispensational theology. Includes cross-references, doctrinal outlines, and word studies with a strong focus on exegesis.
• Recommendation: Pastors, expositors, or readers desiring verse-by-verse theological analysis within John MacArthur’s conservative doctrinal framework.

NKJV Maxwell Leadership Bible

• Date: 2018
• Description: Integrates leadership principles from John C. Maxwell with the biblical text, highlighting lessons in character, influence, and servant leadership. Includes leadership profiles and mentoring content.
• Recommendation: Christian leaders, pastors, or business professionals seeking leadership training, coaching, or developing biblical character in life and ministry.

NKJV New Spirit-Filled Life Bible

• Date: 2002
• Description: Edited by Jack Hayford, this study Bible emphasizes Spirit-led living, featuring notes on kingdom dynamics, word wealth, and gifts of the Spirit.
• Recommendation: Devotional and small group use in charismatic or Pentecostal churches, or anyone studying Scripture with a focus on the Holy Spirit’s work.

NKJV Study Bible

• Date: 2007
• Description: Dependable notes and annotations that clearly present a conservative biblical doctrine, this reference pairs verse-by-verse notes with key articles on thematic discourse.
• Recommendation: Everyday reading, group study, or as a foundational study resource, especially for those whose preferred Bible translation is the NKJV.

NKJV Wiersbe Study Bible

• Date: 2021
• Description: Long time radio Bible teacher and bestselling author, Dr. Warren Wiersbe, offers in-depth reflections on scriptural themes organized around “Be” themes such as Be Joyful, Be Strong, and Be Transformed.
• Recommendation: Devotional study and preparation for preachers, teachers, or anyone seeking both application and inspiration.

Orthodox Study Bible

• Date: 2008
• Description: Offers commentary and liturgical context from an Eastern Orthodox perspective, with emphasis on commentary from Christian teachers of the first millennium.
• Recommendation: Recent Orthodox converts or those discerning membership in an Orthodox setting. Ideal for Orthodox Christians or those exploring Eastern Christianity. Useful for liturgical study, church tradition understanding, and reading Scripture with patristic commentary.

Vines Expository Bible

• Date: 2020
• Description: Sermon outlines, practical application notes, and insights from the late Dr. Jerry Vines, focusing on expository preaching and personal transformation.
• Recommendation: Pastors and preachers seeking help with expository sermons. Also suitable for lay leaders and students seeking sermon-style exposition on Bible passages.

Encyclopedias

Encyclopedias are comprehensive reference works that provide detailed background on biblical topics, people, places, and themes.

All the Genealogies of the Bible

• Date: 2023
• Description: Organizes every biblical genealogy into visual charts and explanatory text, including family trees, timelines, and theological reflections on lineages. Enhances understanding of Scripture’s continuity and God’s covenantal faithfulness across generations.
• Recommendation: Bible teachers, genealogical researchers, or anyone tracing biblical timelines and personal connections.

New International Encyclopedia of Bible Characters

• Date: 2001
• Description: A comprehensive guide to more than 3,000 biblical characters, both major and minor. Provides background, historical context, and theological insight into each person’s role in Scripture.
• Recommendation: Character-focused studies, sermon illustrations, or teaching series on biblical figures. Equips readers to explore both well-known and obscure individuals in meaningful ways.

New International Encyclopedia of Bible Difficulties

• Date: 1982
• Description: This apologetic reference addresses alleged contradictions and hard-to-understand passages in the Bible. It affirms the reliability and inerrancy of Scripture with detailed explanations.
• Recommendation: Skeptics — or those engaging skeptics — who are seeking clear responses to common Bible objections or navigating challenging texts. A useful resource for apologetics and evangelism.

Commentaries

Bible commentaries are books or series that explain and interpret the biblical text in close detail, verse by verse or passage by passage. They are often written by a single scholar or theologian doing a deep dive into a particular book of the Bible.

Africa Bible Commentary

• Date: 2022
• Description: A one-volume commentary written entirely by African scholars, offering culturally contextual insights into Scripture. It provides theological depth while addressing African social and cultural realities from a biblical worldview.
• Recommendation: African pastors, seminary students, and lay leaders. A critical resource for missionaries, it’s also useful globally to gain insight into African Christianity and learn how Scripture speaks to unique cultural challenges and issues.

Believer’s Bible Commentary

• Date: 2016
• Description: Written by William MacDonald, this single-volume commentary offers clear, concise explanations of Scripture from a conservative evangelical perspective. Emphasizes personal application and doctrinal clarity.
• Recommendation: New believers or laypeople wanting accessible commentary that balances devotional reading with solid exegesis. Leads well into heavier commentaries, such as the Expositor’s Bible Commentary or the Zondervan Bible Commentary.

Essential Bible Companion

• Date: 2006
• Description: A single-note system for each book of the Bible annotated with image-heavy notes and orientating data, including timelines, charts, and maps.
• Recommendation: Beginners or small group leaders who need quick, reliable information for context. It pairs well with daily reading plans or introductory Bible studies.

Essential Bible Companion to the Psalms

• Date: 2010
• Description: Useful for understanding the meaning, background, context, and practical application of all 150 Psalms.
• Recommendation: Devotional use, sermon prep, pastoral care, or anyone wanting deeper understanding of the Psalms’ poetic structure and themes.

Expositor’s Bible Commentary (Abridged Edition): Old Testament/New Testament

• Date: 2004
• Description: This two-volume abridged set distills the massive 12-volume Expositor’s Bible Commentary into a more accessible format. Includes scholarly yet readable commentary from 52 trusted evangelical scholars, covering every book of the Bible.
• Recommendation: With notes on practically every verse, this Bible reference is versatile and as useful for personal studies as for scholarly research.

Halley’s Bible Handbook

• Date: 2000
• Description: A classic resource by Henry H. Halley offering concise historical background, archaeological insights, and devotional commentary. Known for being compact and readable while packed with factual content.
• Recommendation: Laypeople, Sunday school teachers, or anyone wanting an overview of biblical history and context alongside Scripture reading. A time-tested go-to companion.

How to Read the Bible Book by Book

• Date: 2002
• Description: This handy resource provides guided tours of Bible books and key insights on how each book fits into the grand narrative of the Bible.
• Recommendation: Systematic book overviews and specific advice for reading books of the Bible make this a good starting point for any level of biblical study.

How to Read the Bible through the Jesus Lens

• Date: 2012
• Description: Michael Williams explores how each book of the Bible points to Christ, offering gospel-centered summaries and application. Each chapter includes key themes, memory verses, and a “Jesus Lens” perspective.
• Recommendation: Readers focused on a Christ-centered interpretation or teaching others to see Jesus throughout Scripture. It’s also a practical place to start learning how to use Bible Gateway Plus because of its single-note-per-book simplicity and its questions for further consideration. Pairs well with the NIV Jesus Bible and commentary notes from How to Read the Bible Book by Book.

New Bible Commentary

• Date: 1994
• Description: The concise, evangelical annotations in this popular reference are collected from many established scholars to meet the needs of students, teachers, and Bible readers.
• Recommendation: Whether for pastors or laypeople, this is an easily accessible resource for any degree of biblical analysis.

NIV Application Commentary (selected books)

• Date: 1994-2024
• Description: This series bridges the gap between ancient text and modern life. Each volume includes original meaning, bridging context, and contemporary application, written by respected evangelical scholars.
• Recommendation: Preachers, teachers, and laypeople seeking both exegesis and practical advice. Pairs well with the NIV Application Bible.

Olive Tree Bible Overview

• Date: Various
• Description: A digital Bible handbook offering concise overviews of each book, including background, structure, themes, and key passages.
• Recommendation: Quick reference tool for the major messages and context of each book of the Bible.

Story of God Bible Commentary (selected books)

• Date: 2013–present
• Description: A narrative-focused commentary series edited by Tremper Longman III and Scot McKnight. Each volume emphasizes how the biblical text fits into the grand redemptive story of Scripture, blending scholarly insight with pastoral tone.
• Recommendation: Pastors and teachers seeking to preach or teach Scripture as part of God’s overarching narrative. Also well-suited for thoughtful devotional study with a narrative theology emphasis.

Thru the Bible

• Date: 1967–1988
• Description: Dr. J. Vernon McGee’s 60-volume exposition of every chapter of every book of the Bible in his simple, straightforward language, folksy manner, distinctive accent, and clear understanding of Scripture.
• Recommendation: Daily devotional reading, especially for those who appreciate a simple, engaging teaching style or the KJV Bible.

Zondervan Bible Commentary: One-Volume Illustrated Edition

• Date: 2008
• Description: Featuring insights from 43 world-class scholars, this information-packed volume unlocks the meaning and message of every book of the Bible to help readers gain a deeper, life-changing understanding of the Scriptures.
• Recommendation: Visual learners or those looking for a comprehensive but readable reference. Also helpful for home study or small group leaders wanting visual aids with biblical content.

Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary (Old and New Testament)

• Date: 2002
• Description: Edited by John H. Walton (OT) and Clinton Arnold (NT), this multi-volume set provides in-depth historical, cultural, and archaeological background for each biblical book, enriched with full-color illustrations, maps, and artifacts.
• Recommendation: Indispensable for preachers, teachers, and serious Bible students who want to understand the ancient world behind the text. A great visual and scholarly supplement for sermon prep or Bible classes.

Zondervan KJV Commentary

• Date: 2010
• Description: Comprehensive in scope, reliable in scholarship, and easy to read, this verse-by-verse commentary is perfect for evangelical lovers of the King James Version.
• Recommendation: Readers and teachers who prefer the KJV. A solid study aid for conservative churches or traditional KJV study groups.

Dictionaries

Just like normal dictionaries, these define and explain biblical terms, names, places, and concepts, typically in short, simple entries that focus on concise definitions and summaries.

Dictionary of Biblical Prophecy and End Times

• Date: 2007
• Description: An A-to-Z resource edited by Mal Couch, covering prophetic passages, key end-times figures, theological terms, and eschatological viewpoints from a premillennial evangelical perspective.
• Recommendation: Especially valuable for students of prophecy or pastors teaching eschatology. Also helpful for navigating complex or confusing end-times passages and theological differences with clarity and depth.

Essential Bible Dictionary

• Date: 2011
• Description: A concise and user-friendly Bible dictionary designed for laypeople, covering over 1,000 entries on people, places, events, and theological terms with full-color illustrations and maps.
• Recommendation: Everyday Bible readers looking for quick, trustworthy definitions alongside images, illustrations, and maps.

Lockyer’s All the Men / Women of the Bible

• Date: 1988
• Description: Herbert Lockyer’s classic works explore the lives, roles, and significance of every named man and woman in the Bible. They combine historical insights with spiritual application in a devotional tone.
• Recommendation: Character studies, sermon illustrations, or Bible classes focused on biblical figures. Devotional in nature, making it well-suited for both personal reflection and group discussion.

Mounce’s Complete Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words

• Date: 2006
• Description: The ability for Bible readers at any level to pry into the etymological and contextual meaning of specific Hebrew and Greek words makes this resource essential for a holistic approach to Bible study.
• Recommendation: Teachers, small group leaders, and serious laypeople wanting to explore biblical words and concepts more deeply without needing to know Greek or Hebrew. Pairs well with the Reverse Interlinear tool.

New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology (Abridged)

• Date: 2000
• Description: A condensed version of the renowned multi-volume theological dictionary, offering in-depth discussions of key Greek words and theological concepts in the New Testament.
• Recommendation: Seminary students, pastors, or Bible teachers wanting solid theological word studies in a more manageable format for serious study or sermon preparation.

NKJV Open Bible

• Date: 2018
• Description: This dictionary features an easy-to-use topical index of over 8,000 names, places, concepts, events and doctrines.
• Recommendation: An extensive cross-reference guide for any particular biblical word.

Vine’s Complete Expository Dictionary

• Date: 1996
• Description: W.E. Vine’s classic word study tool, reorganized for modern readers. Explains key Greek and Hebrew terms used in Scripture and their doctrinal significance, especially valuable to those using Strong’s numbers.
• Recommendation: Pastors, teachers, and serious Bible students studying word meanings in original languages. A staple resource for sermon prep or teaching deeper textual understanding.

Zondervan Illustrated Bible Dictionary

• Date: 2011
• Description: An exhaustive, richly illustrated dictionary covering over 7,000 entries related to the Bible’s people, places, customs, and theology. Includes maps, charts, and photos from archaeology and biblical geography.
• Recommendation: Visual learners or those wanting an all-in-one reference tool. Great for home study, church libraries, or teaching environments where visuals aid understanding.

Maps

Bible maps are visual aids that display the geographical context of biblical events and locations. They help readers understand where events took place and how geography influenced the narrative.

Bible Gateway Atlas

• Date: Various
• Description: The Bible Gateway Plus Atlas features scrollable, zoomable, interactive satellite maps that help you orient your understanding of the location of places mentioned in the Bible as you’re reading Scripture.
• Recommendation: Quickly gain your biblical geographical bearings when reading Bible passages. (Learn how to use the atlas maps here.)

Olive Tree Bible Maps

• Date: Various
• Description: An expedient way to visually highlight certain passages without having to dig into more complex resources for similar information.
• Recommendation: Quickly gain your biblical geographical bearings when reading Bible passages. (Here’s a complete list of verse references where these maps are found.)

Zondervan Academic Maps

• Date: Various
• Description: High-quality, full-color maps used across Zondervan’s academic resources (e.g., study Bibles, commentaries), these show biblical events, kingdoms, tribal divisions, and missionary journeys with scholarly precision.
• Recommendation: Quickly gain your biblical geographical bearings when reading Bible passages. (Here’s a complete list of verse references where these maps are found.)

Reverse Interlinear

The NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible is a study tool that aligns the English NIV with the original Hebrew and Greek texts, word for word. It shows the original language transliterated beneath the English text, along with definitions, cross-references, and other word study tools.

To activate this functionality, click or tap “Hebrew/Greek” next to “Resources,” then click “Continue.” Then you can activate the slider to turn “Visibility On/Off.” (Note that clicking “Continue” will automatically switch your Bible version to the NIV, but you can add a parallel column if you prefer another translation.) The transliterated Hebrew (Old Testament) or Greek (New Testament) words will appear below the text of the NIV Bible translation.

Now, whenever you click or tap any of the original language words, a box will pop up in the Hebrew/Greek tab with the definition of that word, how it’s translated in the New International Version, and how frequently each translation appears throughout the Bible, pulled from the NIV Exhaustive Concordance.

Devotionals

Found in the Devotionals section of Bible Gateway rather than tied to specific Bible passages, these are spiritual reflections designed to encourage personal growth and connection with God. They’re often used daily and are more inspirational than academic.

While the vast majority of Bible Gateway’s devotionals are free, there are a few premium resources only available with Bible Gateway Plus:

• Grace for the Moment: A year-long exclusive devotional from Max Lucado, this draws on biblical notes to collect wisdom-filled reflections for daily quiet time.
• NIV Discover God’s Heart Devotional Bible: This 21-day devotional explores Bible verses that give insight into God’s Spirit and how his love can transform your life.
• Olive Tree One Year Daily Devotional: Encourage and challenge your faith with a year of daily devotions from classic Christian authors.
• Words of Cheer for Daily Life: Daily inspiration and encouragement from the great Baptist preacher Charles Spurgeon.
• Words of Wisdom for Daily Life: Embrace the challenges and opportunities of each day with these daily readings drawn from the wisdom of the famous preacher Charles Spurgeon.

Conclusion: Blessings on Your Bible Study!

Whether you’re a Bible beginner, seasoned teacher, or busy pastor frantically sermon prepping on Saturday night, hopefully this guide will help you navigate, prioritize, and select from the wealth of resources Bible Gateway Plus puts at your disposal. If you find yourself returning to a few top resources again and again, don’t forget to pin them for easier access — and while you’re at it, bookmark this article! And keep your eye out for new resources, both right here and on the Bible Gateway Plus sidebar.

Still on the fence? Try Bible Gateway Plus risk-free with a 14-day free trial and get instant access to every resource in this guide — all for less than the pack of a highlighters.