Category Archives: Bible translations

The NIV controversy, part 2

Posted on January 4, 2012 by

It sometimes comes as a surprise to students when I quote approvingly from different Bible translations. They seem to think that, since our church uses the NLT, this must be the authoritative text for us. There are definitely churches that … Continue reading →

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The NIV controversy, part 1

Posted on November 16, 2011 by

It’s not unusual for the release of a prominent, new translation of Scripture to cause controversy. At the beginning of the 5th century, a scholar named Jerome produced a new translation in common, everyday Latin. This translation was called the … Continue reading →

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Which Bible version should I use?

Posted on October 26, 2011 by

I regularly receive questions about Bible translations. ‘Why do we have so many versions of the Bible?’ ‘Why are they so different sometimes?’ ‘Which one should I use?’ Along with a vibrant prayer life, reading and studying the Scriptures are … Continue reading →

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