Dynamic Equivalence

Rachel did this the other night in our Connect group.  I thought it was so good, everyone should see it.  I think it’s very helpful indeed.  Enjoy and thanks Rachel.

I’m lovin’ my new Bible

A couple of weeks again I bought a new ‘wide-margined’ Bible… I’ve always wanted one and finally got round to doing it… well I love it.  This week I’ve entered my first scribblings (as you can see) and just been enjoying the wonder of God’s Word afresh.  This week as I’ve read through the life of Elijah and Elisha, as well as the book of Colossians, I seen so many things ‘again’ or in a brand new and fresh way.  It’s been exciting to see things and even ‘hear’ God’s voice through His word.

I’d love to hear from you if you’ve been seeing new or fresh things from God’s Word in the last couple of weeks.  Why don’t you let me know what you have got out of the greatest book you own?  As you share what you’re learning… maybe we can all learn together and get a buzz not only from the joy of learning but from the truth itself.

I can’t wait to hear from you.

John A

How lucky are you?

There are approximately 6733 languages in the world today.  371 have the whole Bible, 960 have the New Testament.  902 have a scripture portion, 1500 in progress and 3000 with nothing – that’s about 250 million people with nothing.  So if you’ve got a Bible in your language, your pretty blessed… but the question is, do you appreciate that fact???

The picture below shows me reading the Bible in Sudan… where I was doing some teaching.  I taught approximately 100 pastors, only 10 of whom had Bibles… makes ya think!!

Is the Bible the greatest book you own?

The Bible is recognised by many as the Holy Book of Christianity. Followers of Jesus believe that the Bible not only contains a record of the history of God’s dealings with people and His purposes for the world, but the very Word of God. Its contents have both inspired and divided humanity since it was put together, but it remains today the best selling book of all time, and for millions, still one of the most sought after… (over 6 billion copies sold so far).

The Bible describes itself as being ‘God-breathed’ or inspired by God (2 Timothy 3:16) and we’re told that it’s useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.  Adam Clarke wrote that ‘every writing divinely inspired is profitable.’

But is the Bible profitable, even in the 21st Century?  In what way can the Bible help us to live dynamic and meaningful lives in a modern context?

Tell me what the Bible means to you.  Is it the greatest book you own?  In what ways has the contents of the Bible helped you to live and have you any tips to help us learn the lessons and principles of the Bible better?

I look forward to hearing from you.  Why don’t you check out the teaching series we’re running on this on www.newlife-cc.co.uk and go to podcasts… it’s under People of the Book.  Enjoy!

John Andrews