Bibles of the Reformation- The NIV Reformation Bible

NIV Spirit of the Reformation Study Bible, Top-Grain Leather, Black By Bible / Zondervan A fresh and conservative approach to studying the Scriptures through the eyes of the Reformed tradition. The NIV Spirit of the Reformation Study Bible provides a theologically conservative, balanced system of notes and articles that trace the Reformed Christian heritage back to its roots in the Reformation. Appropriate for both an academic and an informed lay audience, this Bible incorporates extensive study notes, as well as articles, charts, and graphs, that comment on Scripture from a distinctly Reformed perspective. Included is the complete text of Reformed doctrinal standards, keyed to relevant Scripture passages. Special features: In-text theological articles on topics relevant to Reformed believers; Extensive theological and study notes; Side-column cross references; Section and book introductions & outlines; In-text maps, charts, & graphs; Concordance; 14 color Maps; and the complete text of the following: Heidelberg Catechism, Westminster Confession, Westminster Larger Confession, Westminster Shorter Catechism, Belgic Confession, and Canons of Dort. Top Grain Leather, Black.

Bibles of the Reformation- The Geneva Bible

The Geneva Bible: 1560 Edition, hardcover The Bible of the Protestant Reformation By Hendrickson Publishers The Geneva Bible was a monumental achievement in the history of Protestant Bible translation. Born in a time of religious and political upheaval it helped foster scripture literacy among the common people of England. The first English Bible to be fully translated from the original languages, the Geneva Bible was the product of some of the finest biblical scholars of its day. It was the first to feature many innovations in the field of Bible publishing: Text printed in readable roman type Division of the text into numbered verses Italic type used for words not in the original languages Marks placed over the accented syllables to aid in pronouncing proper names Extensive textual and explanatory commentary placed in the margins Words/phrases displayed at the heads of pages to promote scripture memorization Maps and woodcuts illustrating biblical scenes included Sold in a variety of sizes so many people could afford a household Bible English settlers that voyaged to the New World favored the Geneva Bible. It is probable that the Geneva Bible came to America in 1607 and was used in the Jamestown colony. Thirteen years later the Pilgrims brought it with them on the Mayflower's perilous voyage to religious freedom. Features: Facsimile of the University of Wisconsin Press edition of the 1560 Geneva Bible Features clear, legible type throughout (marginal commentary is in smaller type) Complete, original marginal commentary, maps and woodcut illustrations Authoritative introduction to the Geneva Bible by Lloyd E. Berry

The Bible Experience

Inspired by...The Bible Experience Complete Audio Bible on CD By Zondervan Inspired by...The Bible Experience is an inspiring audio Bible that features an unprecedented cast of nearly 400 of today's distinguished Hollywood actors, actresses, and musicians. It features movie-quality sound effects and background musicand is a fully dramatized version of the TNIV Bible, developed by entertainment veterans. The phenomenal quality draws you into Scripture and makes the Bible come alive in a new way not experienced before. The New Testament was the 2007 Audies Awards Audiobook of the Year Award Winner, and the Old Testament is currently nominated for the 2008 Audies in four categories: Achievement in Production, Inspirational/Spiritual, Multi-voices Performance, and Package Design! Check out the first of five new behind-the-scenes videos!

Back to Homeschool!

My children are very excited about getting back in the full swing of homeschooling.

Chase can not wait to start 3rd grade and Alyssa is happy that she will learn to read (just like big brother!) in kindergarten.

We are off to a slow start because of family illness as well as some technical glitches but I am trying out my commitment to be more patient this year already.

We will be using BJU Press 3rd grade and K5 as our primary curriculum for all subjects with many add-ons.

I like the breadth and depth of the BJU Press curriculum. I know that some homeschool moms find it overwhelming but it works well if you view the curriculum as a huge buffet. There are so many learning activities suggested that I do not feel we need to do every single one to get a very good education.

How is your homeschool year starting out?

Chesed: Lovingkindness

Last night I felt the urge to look up the Hebrew word "chesed". I knew it was frequently translated as "lovingkindness" but I felt that I wanted to know more.

“Mercy,” “steadfast love,” “compassion,” and “goodness” are other words chesed is translated into. There is no exact English equivalent for the word.

Chesed is considered an attribute of God and is usually found in the Bible in relation to covenants between God and man.

How amazing to think that God regards mere humans in this way ever! Not only to be recipients of his good love and unchanging love but merciful love as we are surely undeserving.

Thinking like this makes me think how wonderful it is to be able to worship our loving Creator.

Psalm 40:11
Withhold not thou thy tender mercies from me, O LORD: let thy lovingkindness and thy truth continually preserve me.

Check out Hebrew4christians.com for more on chesed and meditating on the Lord's lovingkindness.

Study Bibles: John MacArthur's NKJV Study Bible

NKJV Study Bibles

I have been truly blessed by the teachings of John MacArthur. I am always able to find reliable answers to many of my answers about Christianity and the Bible and sound exegesis on even tough Bible passages. Next on my list- MacArthur's NASB Study Bible! See the full description of the John MacArthur Study Bible below:

NKJV MacArthur Study Bible, Revised Edition, Hardcover By Thomas Nelson Unleashing God's Truth, One Verse at a Time! Featuring the word-for-word accuracy of the New King James Version, The MacArthur Study Bible is perfect for serious study. Dr. John MacArthur has compiled more than 20,000 study notes, and numerous charts, maps, outlines, and articles to create The MacArthur Study Bible. No other study Bible does such a thorough job of explaining the historical context, unfolding the meaning of the text, and placing it within a theological framework. It has now been updated with an abridged topical index and an exhaustive NKJV concordance. Teeming with beneficial Bible helps, The MacArthur Study Bible is among the elite of Bible study tools. Over 35 years of Bible study are packed into one volume. The extensive verse-by-verse study notes provide a one-stop way to do your Bible study. Just a few of its numerous features are: Over 600 pages of revisions and updates New 125 page NKJV concordance including people and places New concise Topical Index More than 20,000 study notes Introductions to the Bible Thorough Book Introductions and Outlines Outline of Systematic Theology Concordance Index to Key Bible Doctrines Messianic Prophecies in the Old Testament Timeline of Old Testament Kings and Prophets Timeline of New Testament Chronology How We Got the Bible How to Study the Bible Harmony of the Gospels Over 50 Bible Maps Full-Color Maps Other Features: Presentation page Family record section 8.5 point text Double-column format Center-column references Bible reading plans Index to Key Bible Doctrines Table of Weights & Measures 7" 91/2" 13/4" Hardcover

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Run in the Ways of the Lord

I will run in the way of your commandments when you enlarge my heart. Psalm 119:32

Heavenly father, I pray you would enlarge my heart and set my heart free so that I may run swiftly in the way your commandments. Lord, how glorious and exhilarating to not only know the path and the way through your word but to be granted the strength to run in it with joy!