The Bible was originally written in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. When we read the Bible in English, we are reading a translation. There are many good translations, but here are a few that are especially good at balancing accuracy with readability.
Because the Bible was written in the Ancient Near East, its cultural context is often foreign to us and difficult for us to understand. A Bible with good study notes can be helpful in understanding the world in which the Scriptures were written so that we can apply them well to our own lives and world. Here are study Bible recommendations.
Too often, Bible study is myopically focused on the parts (individual verses and passages), but we can best see the parts in light of the whole Story. Here are a few accessible resources that equip the readers with "the big picture" of Scripture.
BibleProject is a nonprofit, crowdfunded organization that produces 100% free Bible videos, podcasts, articles, classes, and educational Bible resources to help make the biblical story accessible to everyone everywhere.
Developed by South Ridge’s team of Pastors and Directors, this is a basic story line of Scripture that tracks history from Creation to New Creation.
The Gospel Coalition supports the church by providing resources that are trusted and timely, winsome and wise, and centered on the gospel of Jesus Christ.
The Colson Center exists to equip Christians with the clarity, confidence, and courage they need to live like Christians in this cultural moment.
Christianity Today is a global media ministry that seeks to elevate the stories and ideas of the kingdom of God with the vision for a church more faithful to Christ and a world more drawn to Him.
This book honestly addresses the greatest challenges related to prayer and also gives practical tools and suggestions to develop a rich, regular prayer life.
This book is a book of prayers that model for us what it looks like to see and respond to God in every area of life.
