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Teens Read Bible More During the School Year

 

The latest study from Barna shows how many teens think the Bible offers hope, and whether their house rules are influenced by Scripture.

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US Dept. of Defense Asked to Investigate Superiors of Officer Who Displayed Bible on His Desk

 

The Military Religious Freedom Foundation has sent a letter "looking for discipline" to the Inspector General's Office.

 


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Zondervan Releases NIV Beautiful Word™ Coloring Bible

 

Now available is the NIV Beautiful Word Coloring Bible (Zondervan, 2016) with hundreds of inspiring verses illustrated in detailed, black and white art ready for readers to color.


 

Surprised by Autism: An Interview with Tahni Cullen

 

Where is hope when there is no hope? How does the Bible help parents of a toddler with Autism Spectrum Disorder? And how does God force a family out of their comfort zone and predictable theology, catapulting them into a mind-blowing love-encounter with Jesus? Bible Gateway interviewed Tahni Cullen about her book with Cheryl Ricker, Josiah's Fire: Autism Stole His Words, God Gave Him a Voice (Broadstreet Publishing Group, 2016).


 

Discovering Fierce Faith: An Interview with Bianca Juarez Olthoff

 

God has huge dreams for you! How can you gain insight into his character and understand the unique fire he's placed inside you to fulfill your calling and kingdom purpose? The Bible says that God isn’t waiting until you have more of anything so he can use you. He’s ready to use you now. Bible Gateway interviewed Bianca Juarez Olthoff about her book, Play with Fire: Discovering Fierce Faith, Unquenchable Passion, and a Life-Giving God (Zondervan, 2016).


50 Major Events in the Bible Storyline

 

We thought it would be helpful to identify where in Scripture you can quickly read major stories of the Bible’s grand narrative. Click each one’s Bible reference link to read more about it.


THRIVE: A New Devotional for Women by Sheri Rose Shepherd

 

Could you use some biblical encouragement to help you make it through the week? THRIVE is a brand-new weekly devotional by Sheri Rose Shepherd, author of the His Princess books that will inspire and empower you. THRIVE is a weekly "love letter" that God might write to His children—based on the promises and truths of Scripture.


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Why is Bible Engagement Down in an Age of Digital Accessibility? Rachel Barach on Technology and Scripture

 

Rachel Barach draws on her experience as Bible Gateway’s general manager to offer insight into why people aren’t engaging with Scripture despite ubiquitous access to the Bible and how the transforming power of God’s Word can be rediscovered.


Learn What Bible Study Resources Are Keyed to the NIV Bible Translation

 

The NIV Bible translation is supported by commentaries, concordances, biblical language books, and other Bible study resources based on or keyed to the NIV translation.


Spotlight: Praying Scripture

 

This feature in Weekly Brief is intended to help you become aware of one of several practices explained in our Scripture Engagement section.
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What Is an “Accurate” Bible Translation?

 

Bill Mounce, author of Basics of Biblical Greek Grammar (Zondervan, 2009), asks, "Can we become a little more nuanced in our discussion, recognizing that accuracy has to do with meaning?"


ChurchSource Pastor to Pastor: How Cultural Backgrounds Can Shed New Light on Familiar Bible Stories

 

The NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible (Zondervan, 2016) is packed with expert insight into the customs and culture of the Bible to help readers discover the rich meaning behind the stories of Scripture.


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