Bible Review: Evangelical Study Bible by Thomas Nelson
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The NKJV Evangelical Study Bible is a new large print study Bible from Thomas Nelson Bibles. The Evangelical Study Bible is a beautiful Bible full of features. It is Christ-centered, Faith building and Mission Focused. The concept of this new study Bible is simply this: As Christians, our calling transcends cultural perspectives and personal opinions. Instead, God’s Word urges us to align our lives with the truth and recognize that it brings true freedom (John 8:32).
Disclaimer: Thomas Nelson Bibles provided this Bible to me as a member of Bible Gateway Bloggers Grid in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. #BibleGatewayPartner
I received the Hardback edition for this review. (ISBN: 978-0-7852-2771-7)
NKJV Evangelical Study Bible Contents:
This Bible has a beautiful introduction along with a 2-page article on how to study the Bible.
A section on “God’s Answers to our concerns.”
Beautiful full-color images throughout.
In-depth introduction and outline of each book of the Bible.
In-depth study note annotations below the scripture text.
Doctrinal footnotes introduce you to Bible teachings.
Personality profiles of key men and women of the Bible.
Archeological sites of scripture in full-color.
Apologetics articles explaining how the Bible addresses questions and issues of today and in text, maps in full-color.
The Evangelical Study Bible is a treasure trove of resources and in-depth study material for anyone who desires a deeper study of scripture. It also includes:
- References in block color between the text columns.
- Between the testaments containing an informative article.
- An article on the Jewish sects.
- A chronology and harmony of the gospels.
- Both old and new testaments contain a decent introduction.
- Topical Index
- Jewish Calendar.
- The standard tables of weights, monies and measures.
- A list of the Prayers of the Bible.
- Concordance and full-color maps.
- and more.
Honesty in my review:
I honestly found nothing negative in this new Bible. I love so many things about it and how it is so easy to read and the layout is perfect for a more in-depth study of the truth of God’s Word. The only thing I found was one error, which is obviously a typo in one of the context boxes. And I am not highlighting this error negatively but to simply to give an honest review.
The typo is on page 1689 of the hardback edition I received in a personality profile context box at the bottom of the page where it states: “Martha is remembered for her act of anointing Christ in anticipation of His death and is a lasting memorial to her (See Mark 14:9).”
We know from scripture that it was in fact Mary who anointed the feet of Jesus, not Martha. This slight error was in fact not in the scriptural text itself, but in a personality profile context box for study help. Typos happen to the best of us, so we don’t need to hold that against the publishers who I am sure are already hard at work to correct the error.
Otherwise, the copy I received is very in depth and well laid out, easy to read and comprehend. There are so many verse-by-verse commentary notes, you will have a wealth of valuable information at your fingertips to enhance your Bible study time.
For further information, I have included the publishers’ own description below.
The Publishers Description:
As contained on Amazon for the NKJV Evangelical Study Bible:
To be an evangelical is to believe in life-changing truth; it is to believe that the Bible not only gives us the key to eternal life in Jesus but also the way to live today. This is news worth sharing. But how do we do this in a rapidly changing culture that appears to be shifting from a general disinterest in the gospel to a more active opposition to it? When it feels like our faith is being challenged in every area, how should we respond?
The Evangelical Study Bible will rejuvenate your faith through the unchanging truth of the gospel. With verse-by-verse commentary and interesting sidebars that dig deeper into the historical and contextual background of Scripture, it will help you grow in your understanding and appreciation of the life-changing truths of the Christian faith.
Also included are more than fifty articles designed to help you better understand your faith and effectively share it with others. Many of these articles address the most pressing issues of our day, equipping you to engage others with confidence, and laying a foundation of truth for the next generation.
Features include:
- Verse-by-verse commentary on the entire Bible from trusted scholars for a better understanding of the passage being read
- Over 200 short articles on Christian teachings and doctrine for a systematic study of themes in God’s Word
- 100 articles to equip readers to navigate the cultural engagement issues of today
- 100 cultural background notes help you relate to how people lived in Bible times
- 100 archeological notes draw attention to biblical places and related archeological discoveries
- 550 Word Studies to explore key terms of the Bible
- Biographies of 150 biblical figures give overviews of key men and women in the Bible
- Full-color maps, charts, and family trees for a visual representation of concepts and where key events in the Bible took place
- Book introductions, with outlines and reading plans provide a concise overview of the background and historical context of the book about to be read
- Topical indexes make it easy to find important topics in Scripture
- Extensive cross-references drawing connections between texts
- Concordance provides an alphabetical listing of important passages by key words
- Clear and readable 10.5-point NKJV Comfort Print®
Disclaimer: Thomas Nelson Bibles provided this Bible to me as a member of Bible Gateway Bloggers Grid in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. #BibleGatewayPartner
Where to purchase?
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Disclaimer: Thomas Nelson Bibles provided this Bible to me as a member of Bible Gateway Bloggers Grid in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. #BibleGatewayPartner
Conclusion
If you are looking for a new study Bible, the Evangelical Study Bible is one worth investing in. So many annotations and commentary notes will keep you digging deep and enhance your studies for years to come.
As a member of the Bible Gateways Bloggers Grid, Thomas Nelson provided a complimentary copy of the Evangelical study Bible for my honest review. In no way am I required to submit a perfect review, just an honest one. An in my honest opinion, I would not hesitate to purchase or recommend this Bible. #BibleGatewayPartner
