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Not Perfect But Excellent !

By Joe Felim

I am totally enthralled with this CD set of the Holy Bible. I like the reader of the Old Testament better than the New Testament, but I like the idea that there are two different voices. I have found a couple of glitches, like where the end of a chapter gets cut off abruptly and then the next chapter begins. This however was not enough in my opinion to give less than the best grade.

It totally amazes me how much I understand just listening to the CDs. I thought I was going to listen while I read and this would keep me “on track,” so to speak, but I find I enjoy just listening, and this way I rest my eyes, and also get great comprehension. I personally don’t find I get much comprehension while driving, but others have commented to the opposite, and I can’t disprove what they say, it’s just this isn’t an application that works for me.

If any producers of Bibles on CD are reading, I would like to give my “suggestions” for improvement. I would like no CD to start or end in the middle of a chapter. My utmost preference would be for each Bible book to be on its own CD, I realize that some of smaller books would have to be combined onto a single CD, and I also realize my “suggestion” would mean the CDs weren’t all of equal time length, that’s just the way I would like it! I also think I would enjoy a variety of voices in the complete set, perhaps a female voice, even a youth’s or child’s voice (but of course with clear pronunciation and soothing tonal quality.

All in all, I think this is a great CD set. I would recommend it highly as a gift for anyone who loves the Bible. The carrying case is also great, I didn’t expect that and it’s beautiful and useful and and “serendipity.”

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Pretty in Pink - Fruitful in Hearts

By Joe Felim

We bought this as an Easter gift for our 7 year old daughter and she loves reading it, as well as it’s beautiful pink cover that is wonderfully made and textured. I really enjoy this Bible as well!

The teaching throughout is extremely helpful in helping us connect to each other and to God. The stories and teaching help her APPLY God’s Word to her life, and gives us an opportunity to talk about how she’s feeling and what she’s personally going through-then, allowing her to see it through God’s eyes; helping her to make decisions pleasing to God in the “smaller things” in life-preparing her for a life-time of applying His Word to her life and making godly decisions about all things, great and small !

For memory verses I sometimes prefer other versions, but for praying, Bible reading and teaching, I really LOVE the New Living Translation-it really makes God’s Word easily understandable using todays language, especially for kids.

I almost always use this translation for Praying God’s Word-I used it in my “Alphabet Prayers” book and have received a great response from Moms, Grandmas and girls using them! For older Christians using this translation, it gives a deeper meaning, or newer explaination (I love digging deeper into a verse by comparing Bible versions) and for new Christians it’s translated to this new generation with current language.

There are some things a bit more applicable for older girls, we’ll just save those for later. Over-all this is a very wonderful Bible for girls of all ages-with timeless principles, relevant stories, and adaptable to many ages. I am very glad that we got her this Bible-and believe that she’ll use and keep this one for years to come! It is ALREADY BEARING FRUIT IN HER HEART & MINE !

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Student’s Life Application Study Bible

By Joe Felim

Totally updated and expanded, the Student’s Life Application Study Bible is a one-of-a-kind Bible designed for teens who desire to deepen their relationship with God. Engaging notes, questions, and graphics challenge readers with the Bible’s relevant message. Today’s teens will quickly discover God’s perspective and learn how to apply vital truths to the situations they face daily. Now in a convenient size for carrying to church and school.

Ever feel like God and life just don’t make sense together? Like the situations you face are beyond anything your parents-or even God-can understand? The Bible can help-it has a lot to say to teens. Advice that can really make a difference. And truths that relate to even the toughest situations you might encounter.

The Student’s Life Application Study Bible helps bring God’s Word to life. It helps teens progress from a simple understanding of the Bible to making a real life-change through applying God’s word to everyday situations.