Tag Archives: NLT

NLT for Academic Study

Posted on March 31, 2010 by Henry Neufeld

Chris Heard asked via Twitter whether the NLT was suitable for academic study.  T. C. Robinson has given an answer: Concluding thoughts: The NLT, New Living Translation, is simply too loose to be considered a serious academic Bible. While I have some sympathy … Continue reading →

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Tyndale House NLT Contest

Posted on March 23, 2010 by Henry Neufeld

The following is a contest announcement from Tyndale House.  There are some great prizes here and it’s not too hard to enter. The New Living Translation Break Through to Clarity Bible Contest and Giveaway Visit www.facebook.com/NewLivingTranslation and click on the … Continue reading →

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The 24/7 One Year Chronological Bible

Posted on February 5, 2009 by Henry Neufeld

The greatest difficulty I have in reviewing this Bible edition is distinguishing between what interests me and what might be helpful for people who are wanting to put more spark in their Bible study. 24/7: A One Year Chronological Bible … Continue reading →

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Review – Life Application Bible Studies: Acts

Posted on February 4, 2009 by Henry Neufeld

I’ve had this booklet for some time and have been intending to review it.  Procrastination works, however, so it hasn’t risen to the top of the pile of things to write about until now.  That’s not because it isn’t interesting … Continue reading →

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More Study Bible Comparisons – Introduction to Romans

Posted on October 11, 2008 by Henry Neufeld

I haven’t written on this for a bit, and I wanted to note some differences between three of the major study Bibles I use in terms of introductions to books.  I’m studying Romans right now, so I thought I’d compare … Continue reading →

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Will We Let the Text of Scripture Change Us?

Posted on September 17, 2008 by Henry Neufeld

On The Rev’s Rumbles (HT: Shuck and Jive) there is a discussion of Biblical authority. The writer quotes the following assertion favorably (from Kenneth Cauthen): NO CHRISTIAN ALLOWS THE BIBLE TO TEACH AS THE AUTHORITATIVE WORD OF GOD WHAT IS … Continue reading →

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Using the NLTSB, NISB and NOAB: Exodus 15:1-21

Posted on September 12, 2008 by Henry Neufeld

I’m continuing looking at the NLT Study Bible (NLTSB) in comparison with the New Interpreter’s Study Bible (NISB), which I have also acquired recently. Today I’m going to add a comparison to the New Oxford Annotated Bible (NOAB). Note that … Continue reading →

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Using the NLTSB and NISB: Exodus 14:19-31

Posted on September 10, 2008 by Henry Neufeld

Yesterday I looked at Romans 14:1-12 in these two versions. Today I’m looking at another of this week’s lectionary passages, Exodus 14:19-31. Those who aren’t seriously interested in these two study Bibles should probably skip this whole series. Watch for … Continue reading →

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Using the NLTSB and NISB: Romans 14:1-12

Posted on September 9, 2008 by Henry Neufeld

I thought it might be useful to look at the information available in each of these study guides for a few passages. Since I regularly read the lectionary passages during my personal devotions, I will compare the information available in … Continue reading →

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Comparing Study Bible Introductions to Luke

Posted on September 8, 2008 by Henry Neufeld

A few weeks ago I began looking at the new NLT Study Bible, and indicated that I would use it and then comment as I went along rather than writing a review as such. Introductory Comments Since I’m looking at … Continue reading →

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