When God speaks, people respond. the Bible is 66 books written by about 40 authors about how God has spoken to people since the beginning of time. In it, we find insights into the character of God, how he relates with people, and our hope for an abundant life—both in this age and in eternity to come.

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Navigating the Bible

The Bible is made up of two main sections: The Old Testament, and the New Testament.

The Old Testament

The Old Testament covers the creation of the heavens and the earth and the creation of humanity. It follows the development of civilization, in relation to God, all the way up to about the 2nd century B.C.. The Old Testament reveals a sorted story of humanity’s determination to shed what it believes is the confines of God’s will—and the devastation that follows. It also reveals the ever pursuant love of God. It can be broken up into different sections, and knowing those sections can help you decide what you would like to read first.

The new testament

God’s pursuing love is fulfilled in the New Testament as God sends his only Son, Jesus Christ, as Savior of the world. Through Jesus, God reveals the abundant life that God intends for his people—the people of all the earth. The New Testament covers the life, death, and resurrection of Christ in the first section. Then, it follows the growth of the church as news spreads about the impact of this man Jesus.

Where to get the Bible

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Bible Gateway
Bible Gateway

This online Bible and accompanying app is renown for its accessible search functions and easy cross-referencing across multiple versions. 

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YouVersion
YouVersion

This Bible app comes complete with downloadable versions for mobile devices and many handy tools for marking and remembering key passages. It also provides seasonal and topical devotionals and allows you to connect with friends as you read. 

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The Life Application Study Bible
The Life Application Study Bible

A favorite of many, this Bible adds cultural context and theological commentary alongside the Biblical text. This version provides easy access to commonly known supplementary information and commonly held regard for key passages. 

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ESV Value Compact Bible
ESV Value Compact Bible

For a real paper version that easy enough to carry around, this ESV Bible is translated Word-for-Word rather than Word-for-Thought. 

Example: 

In Japanese, there is a phrase, "Are you energetic?" Which is asked upon greeting someone. Americans would say, "How are you?" in this situation. It can be translated Word-for-Word, "Are you energetic?" or Word-for-Thought, "How are you?" The ESV is more Word-for-Word, while the NIV is a balance of both. 

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