Bible Study Tools

NIV Study Bible, Fully Revised Edition Review: An Honest Look

NIV Study Bible, Fully Revised Edition Review: An Honest Look

In today’s world, Christians have an abundance of resources when it comes to studying the Bible. One of those key resources is a study Bible. Given that the NIV is one of the best selling translations on the market, the NIV Study Bible, Fully Revised Edition is worth an honest look to see if it’s…

NASB Study Bible Review: An Honest and Thorough Look

NASB Study Bible Review: An Honest and Thorough Look

A good study Bible is at the heart of good Bible study. It provides a way to learn more about the Bible without having to purchase numerous other books. The NASB Study Bible is an excellent word-for-word translation with easy to read study notes. Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links that at no additional…

Study Bibles for Beginners: Finding the Perfect One

Study Bibles for Beginners: Finding the Perfect One

Study Bibles are arguably one of the most important Bible study resources out there. A good study Bible can provide the necessary information for in-depth study without necessarily purchasing other Bible study resources. But not all Study Bibles are created equal. So, let’s compare 7 different study Bibles and see which one is best for…

When You Should and Should Not Use A Bible Commentary

When You Should and Should Not Use A Bible Commentary

Bible commentaries can open up a whole new world when reading or studying the Bible. Some people will recommend that you never use a commentary. Some say you should. There are times when you can use a commentary and perhaps times when you should not. The key is to know when. As a general rule,…

How to Use A Concordance: A Complete Guide

How to Use A Concordance: A Complete Guide

Have you ever picked up a concordance and felt overwhelmed or confused? I have. I still remember the first time I used one; it was intimidating. Let’s get rid of that feeling, and learn to use a concordance with confidence. A Bible concordance is like a subject index to the Bible. Concordances are used to…

The Most Controversial Bible, and Why it’s So Controversial

The Most Controversial Bible, and Why it’s So Controversial

The other day I was looking a particular translation of the Bible that was newer, and thought how it worded things provided interesting insights. Then I looked it up online and realized how controversial it is. The truth is, not all Bible translations are created equal. The most debated Bible translation is the King James…