As an Air Force veteran and pastor, I couldn't agree with you more about the patriotic bibles. Thank you for your gracious approach to this potentially difficult topic, Tim.
Your description of wanting your Bible to be about "god's word" and not wanting American stuff in there (or another stuff!), was so spot on. It hits the core of the issue perfectly.
I agree too. I'm patriotic. Both my dad and my best friends dad served in the military. But I think we shouldn't make the Bible political. Very good opinion on that Tim!
On Earth as it is in Heaven… an unchecked political system is very dangerous. We can have good politics that are Christ based. Others will benefit from it as well even if they don’t want to admit it.
I haven't been to church since I was 10 and I'm 41 and drinking a 12 pack at 7am like every day and for some reason I had to click on this video. I don't know if its a sign or what but it's nice to see someone so positive and gives me hope. Thank you.
I’ve recently started attending church after not going for 20+ years. Find you a good church family. There’s thousands to choose from. Meet with the pastor. Several times.
If you are watching and commenting, you have maintained a level of dignity and character. My body can't handle alcohol; maybe yours is the same. Ask for help--- there's plenty out there. Don't get hung up on religious issues, it won't help you get sober. Do you WANT to get sober?
Oh, me, too! I Iove thumb-indexed Bibles, but they are difficult to find sometimes. I don't like Bible tabs that you have to add yourself.@@guymontag349
100% agree. I didn't think I was going to be in the thumb indexing until I used a Bible with one and now... I have to say I prefer it. And one of the biggest reasons I don't own a Schuyler or more than one Cambridge (I own a Cambridge cameo but no others) is because there are none with thumb indexing. When a new Bible comes out, the first thing I do is see if there is an edition with indexes. It makes navigating the Bible just so much quicker.
I have a wonderful Cambridge Concord (KJV) in black calf split leather which is thumb indexed.@@caomhan84 I also have a great NKJV verse-by-verse in Comfort Print from Thomas Nelson which is thumb indexed.
,, Well, if you read your Bible on a regular basis, you can just open it to what you want and be very close to what you want to read. It takes time and study.
I am so proud to be an American, it hurts.... but I think it's borderline blasphemous to put the U.S. Constitution into the Bible. How is that not adding to scripture?
It’s a clearly separate set of documents in the back of the Bible added for convenience. It doesn’t purport to be the Word of God, so no, it’s not blasphemous at all. 😊
@@gloriaanngomez3238 To be fair, I said "borderline," and I suppose if it's very clear that it's in a separate "non-inspired" part at the end, kind of like the Apocrypha in some Bibles, it would alleviate most of my concerns. But although I'm not a liberal, we as conservatives have to reckon with the fact that many of the founding fathers (but not all and maybe not even the majority to be fair, but many nonetheless) didn't even believe in Jesus as the Christ (Thomas Jefferson and Ben Franklin come to mind, both admired Jesus, but they did not believe he was divine). I've actually read Ben Franklin's autobiography and yup, any fair reading indicates that at least at the time it was written, Ben Franklin was not a Christian, at least not in any traditional sense of the definition. The U.S. Constitution was an amazing achievement, but the Bible's light will burn brighter and inspire more people far longer than the Constitution will ever be remembered, and it does seem not right to me to put it together with the Bible, but that's just my opinion.
@@gloriaanngomez3238per 3 different religious denominations where I reside felt it is Blasphemy to have added the constitution etc to the Bible, they referred to Revelation 22:18 🙏
Since everyone else have already said all that’s needed to be said, I will just say thank you for your honesty on reviewing and admitting that there are actually bibles that you don’t like as much as others. Always a pleasure to watch your reviews, Tim! You’re still awesome!
Just watched your video on ‘Bibles I Don’t Like’. Nicely done. Everyone has their personal preferences and it’s really good to finally see someone stand up and say what they like or dislike.
Thank you Tim for your honesty!!! I’m glad you finally did a review like this one. It makes me trust your reviews more. That question was always lingering in the back of my mind as I watched your reviews. Your reviews have always been so positive for the most part. I knew there had to be Bibles that you didn’t like but you never really said anything about it. That made me question your reviews just a little🤔🤔🤔. Thank you for making and sharing this review✝️🙏🏽✝️🙏🏽✝️. You were very professional and genuine to the makers of these Bibles.
Great video, I personally love the Thompson Chain. yes, the older ones were very "busy" but the new ones are much improved. I think what I like about the Thompson the most is that if you want to just read the Bible, it is there with no intrusions from super-scrips, sub-scripts, letters, numbers, or symbols, and no fear of the text falling into the gutter. if you find a passage interesting, you can look to the margin and and get references or parallel passages, or even follow the whole chain. the strength of the Thompson is that instead of an authors commentary (which may or may not align with your views), it really only uses scripture as commentary on scripture. Some of this may be nostalgia from when I was young and saw the maps in the back that showed the travels of different people laid out in an easy to understand form.
I have looked at the Thompson Chain Bible and have no idea how one uses it. It always seemed crowded with words and wasn't appealing. I need to have someone explain how to use it.
@@flowerlass READ the pages at the beginning or use RUclips to figure it out. All Bibles explain in the beginning pages how to use it, RUclips also has videos that explain it.
Oh I loved those maps too! I was into maps as a kid, all kinds of maps. (Yeah, I liked the Hobbit maps too!) It made it easier for me to feel engaged in the stories. It gave the stories a sense of progress, I think, like they were going somewhere. Yeah, nostalgia!
I really enjoyed watching this and listening to your points of view, Tim. It is perfectly good for us all to know what we love about our bibles, and what we buy! One thing I am doing is selling on eBay the ones I no longer read now that I have changed up my translations, however being sentimentally attached is making it hard!
This discussion highlights how very fortunate we English speakers are to have such a multitude of choices! I don’t know of any other language in which the Bible is available in such a variety of translations, formats, editions, different study helps etc etc. So very blessed!
Yes! My grandma’s first language is Spanish, so I was trying to find her a Spanish Bible. I’m having such a hard time with it. There are Spanish Bibles out there, but not many high quality ones from what I’ve found. Though I will say that the most beautiful Bible I’ve ever seen in my life was a Portuguese Bible, and I wish I could read Portuguese just so I could justify buying it. But I don’t think it’s worth it to buy a Bible I can’t even read, as beautiful as it is.
@@Maria-jq3zvLook for the 1602 Valera Purified. It’s available online to buy. God Bless!!! They even have leather Bibles and bilingual Bibles on the main site. I would post the site but YT cracks down on links.
I dislike how many "translations" there are. How many changes and corruptions. Some of them say different things. The Word of God says the people who changed them are cursed. So I probably wouldn't be proud in any way. There seems to be no positive side to this reality.
I find it funny that many disagree with you. And then bring out "corruption" as if they can read Koine Greek and Ancient Hebrew to point out which of which is corrupted.
No need to stress Tim. I'm just happy we are so blessed with so many bible options. I just got a Treveris recently. I'm still up in the air on it. I think I may prefer the double column. But I'll give it a little more time.
Well done. Enjoyed this video, great job! Sorry that it was so stressful for you. Thank you for all your work and reviews to help us find the right Bible for each of us.
How blessed are we that we have so many "choices" when it comes to Bibles in this country. Our missionary conference this year had testimony shared on places that do not yet have a Bible in their language. We debate colors of the covers. We also heard of a woman who was put out of her home to read her Bible. She could come in, but not her Bible. Praise God for His Word and to Him be all Glory.
Fun video! Thanks so much for sharing! And thank you very much for your positive approach to Bible reviewing. I’m sure I can speak on behalf of a lot of your supporters when I say that we are grateful to have at least one sphere of our lives that isn’t drowning in negativity and cynicism! Again, thanks so much for all the amazing work that you do!
I just found your channel (from the God Bless the USA Bible review)... To me, the importance of a video like this is that it gives people "permission" to think about what they DO and DO NOT like about whatever Bible they have been exposed to... As a teen, I found it very hard to try to read through the Bible - something my teachers and elders told me that I REALLY needed to do. I had an somewhat old KJV to read from and deciphering the language kept derailing me. I always thought that something was wrong with ME... I grew up during a time that younger followers didn't question what they were taught or told by teachers... An honest message like this with no JUDGEMENT, only opinions, would have saved me a lot of anguish and might have helped me find what I needed to grow. The message that it is OKAY to know what presentation works and doesn't work for me.
I agree with you on everything except the brightly colored Bibles. As an artist and musician I like the idea of rebinding or buying a new Bible that is in your favorite color. I guess it's an Identity thing you know it's your Bible in a pile of other's belongings at the end of church or church event when you bring your Bible with. Like a perse it can be a self expression. I feel like Bibles are personal when you own one you often put your name in the front maybe buy some personalized bookmarks for it why not have one in a color that pleases your eye. Yeah some are gaude looking but eh I'm not against a colored Bible. Humans come in different colors.
This was so well done. Opinions abound, and people can get really divisive. You are correct in that you have regularly mentioned in your videos how certain things in a particular Bible you are reviewing are not your thing. Like, for example, the use of red letters. You are gracious as usual. I love your channel. And, you have helped push me into a true Bible nerd! 😀Take care, best to you and your channel.
Hello Brother Tim. This was a great segment. Bibles are definitely personal and nobody likes the exact same bibles or else there would only be one format of bible sold. Blessings to you and your family 🙌👏
Of those you listed, the patriotic Bibles turn me off the most. A lot of our patriotism treads too close to idolatry for my tastes, and patriotic Bibles always send me running. However, I like the look of the Treveris for the very reasons you don't. I hope one day they put up a KJV with Apocrypha (tall order, I know).
It's kind of sad how many times Tim had to ask people to be kind in the comments section. Such a kind, humble person who's just trying to help people find a Bible that's a good fit for them. I think watching his videos helps me to learn how to appreciate the good in something even if it isn't up my alley. Thanks for your videos, Tim. You rock!
Speak the wisdom of true godliness, not hot topic divisive baby shit. It's not your Bible. It's not to fit you. Rather, the Holy Spirit it the one who morphs.
Huge fan of the Treveris, the layout is new and different, but did not take long to become integral to my study. I would consider it a perfect EDC bible and recommend it to anybody looking for a new bible. Cheers.
I still appreciate the single column, side column reference Bible, usually only in the NASB and also now in LSB. It’s very helpful in teaching and preaching. ESV had one early on but it’s seemingly out of print now.
I myself have a purple Bible, only because I like that color. I think women tend to go for a specific color. If I’m going to put a cover on it, then I don’t care about color.
@@kertekroth8568True. But it’s ok to have a more personalized experience when buying a Bible you plan on using every day. If that weren’t the case, then I wouldn’t buy a physical Bible anymore since I can download it onto my phone.
100% on every point (and I am confessionally Reformed). Thanks for the honesty. Your reviews are always helpful to me when looking at purchasing another bible.
Thank you for a POSITIVE look at these Bibles. I honestly did not realize that the five ridges on the spine stood for the five solas. My favorite leather Bible has them on it and I had thought it was just for aesthetics and to protect the type from wearing off. Not a big deal for me but it is nice to know. God bless!
I love the bright colors! I agree about the patriotic Bibles and the five solas rebinds. There have been so many beautiful rebinds that I wouldn’t buy because of the solas, and I’ve felt like the rebinders are excluding a lot of people from purchasing. I like the Treveris, but there are better readers. The drop caps are unappealing to me, and I wish they hadn’t included the verse numbers, but I enjoyed reading it more than I thought I would. Another Bible I don’t like is the Humble Lamb because of the illustrations. If there were an edition without them, I would try it out.
It’s funny you say that about the Thompson Reference chain! I recently got it and my wife opened it up for the first time and she was like “whoa!” And immediately said she didn’t like it. There was just too much on the pages!
Great video, as always. I know it’s hard to say something negative about what someone else may like. My first study Bible was a Thompson Chain Reference. It was great, but I now have trouble seeing it. It’s too busy and I need larger prints. I absolutely love my Treveris KJV. It’s my first premium Bible and I was looking for a readers KJV. And I like the drop caps because it reminds me of old manuscripts (I have a degree in NT textual criticism). So for me this is perfect. But I realize it’s not for everyone. Again, great job on a topic I know was hard for you to do. And, apart from the Terveris I completely agree - and even here I understand it’s a matter of personal preference. 😊
It took a lot of courage for you to do this, Brother, and I respect you and appreciate it. Also, I happen to have similar thoughts on most of those Bibles. Grace to you!
I appreciate your reviews. Very informative. I enjoyed this particular review and agree with most of your points. I'm not too fond of any study type of paper Bibles. There are many better options in the electronic format these days that make Bible study more efficient for my workflow.
I have the newly released Humble Lamb NASB HIStory edition in bright yellow. For the most part, I don’t take it to church and I’ve definitely never preached from it in our adult settings. However, I did have it with me while teaching a youth class once and it came in clutch as an illustration. Also, I’ve found that it is a FANTASTIC conversation starter. Anything I carry a bible that sparks conversation (something that can’t really be said about other bibles I have,) it is always note worthy to me and I remember to try and carry it frequently. So I agree with your assessment of bright color bibles from a more personal stance, but I also see some place for them that could ultimately be valuable. Great video! P.S., 1000% agree on the patriotic Bible stance.
Great job Tim. I like how you tread lightly on these subjects. I’ve seen way too much bashing of bibles or translations. We should fear that the Lord is using said bibles in someone’s life and for us to squash that should be a fearsome thing.
8:15 on your point about the drop caps, I didn’t know what you were talking about until you showed it to which I was like UES!! Me too!! Bc when I got my recent bible (in person) and saw that it had that, I was thrown off! Like they’re pretty, but I never studied the Bible with that so it rubbed me wrong. But when I think about the ways people memorize the Bible by using the first letter of every word in a verse, I’m thinking maybe that’s the usefulness of it? To help with memorization 🤷🏾♀️ it’s an idea right😄 Praise the Lord!
This is my second video of yours that I've watched. The first was about the LSB, "is it hear to stay?". You just seem to be someone who really enjoys what you do. The delivery, the smile, the photography always keep me glued. It's enjoyable watching someone who's genuinely happy in what they do. As far as this video's subject matter, don't "sweat" it. You were as kind and non judgmental as you could be. Keep up the good work.
Love drop caps. Love single column across the page. Love the simplicity of no headers, verse numbers, footnotes in the text. Love the Treveris - you did it, you found the Bible for me! And also, love this video and all your reviews. Thanks for what you do. Have enjoyed your videos for years.
Great video thanks Tim yes I always wondered what you don’t like too because you are always so positive. 👍🏾 Agree with you on the TCR, it’s so popular and I tried to get into it but agree it’s so overwhelming and I haven’t been able to use mine yet 😂 And yes I got an orange Humble Lamb because it’s so popular right now but it’s way to bright to take anywhere lol. I got a red as a replacement which I like much better. So on the bright Bibles it depends on the color you like. I love my KJV Treveris 😁😁
I overall agree- I feel sentimental about the Thompson Chain because it was the Bible that was super popular when my parents got in church and everyone had one back then. I think the new one is better than the old one.
Agree with your comment about the 5 solas. I recently preordered the LSB compact bible. I wanted the black goatskin, but thought having the 5 solas on the spine looked way to busy.
Thanks for this. I've always thought that you never met a bible you didn't like - turns out that you have both positive and negative opinions..but are nice about it. People take note - we need more of this.
The 5 Solas hurt a little bit as I am reformed. Reformed Baptist specifically, but I respect your opinion sir. You did this video in a respectful way and it was great!
I have gained so much from the Chain-Reference Bible. The objection to it that it feels like too much to learn about on each page, I really do not understand that at all.
Good morning everyone, hope everybody has had a great week. Well let’s get down to business Tim. If you don’t like the Bible, then it must be really bad. I can’t wait to see which ones they are
This was a fun one! I'm still trying to figure out why a man who wears subdued clothing would NOT want a bright bible for a pop of color. haha I'm with you on the Thompson and the treveris. I actually don't like the Schuyler Quintel because the words all blend together in my mind (all the pages look alike too) and it makes it hard to read and remember where something is. My son thinks the same way as I gave him mine. Could be us! It's a gorgeous bible though.
You handled that well! 😊 Dear Humble Lamb, please making Bibles in traditional colors, WITHOUT art work of any sort. Stay innovative, and stay in your lane, but consider those of us who are boring!!!
I appreciate what Humble Lamb is doing. Their Bibles are definitely different and I look forward to them publishing other versions like the NLT or NIV. Why would they want to be like everybody else?
Well, I appreciate that they have a lane. I personally don’t like the art work or their color choices. I want to support their passion… but just wouldn’t buy the color choices. If they offered just a tan leather I’d buy… and I can’t be the only one. If they never do, then I will bless them from afar. Be blessed!!
I totally agree with you about the Bible you mentioned with reference to the US. If I want to read and know more about the Constitution I will get a copy to read. For me the Bible is GOD'S Word and is not a book about the US. I appreciate Bible reviews as I have bought many different translations over the years. Currently the Bible version I am using for my everyday devotions and reading is "The Living Bible". I find I am understanding this translation better. I feel a bible is a personal matter and choice. GOD just wants us to read the Bible to draw closer to Him and get to know Him.
I laughed out LOUD! I have used my Thompson since 1970. We all have our opinions. What really matters is that I READ and study the word. Because of your honesty and positivity I am a new subscriber.
Yep! Love you more now. I'm right behind you regarding any nation/philosophy/current trend/etcetera being placed ABOVE God. It will always be God's prerogative to place favor as HE pleases. It is our responsibility to learn God's Word and to apply it in our lives...to serve and love God and to love our neighbor. By the way, I do love colorful Bibles but I, too, tend to own mostly black, brown, tan covered Bibles. 😅
Thank you for mentioning the logos. I don’t like them either. I love how you don’t like bright colors, and say so. I do, and I’d be happy to show up at a Bible study or Sunday school with a very bright Bible. Overly large stamped letters have ruined many a rebound Bible. Rebinders, please invest in small lettering.
Oh Tim you broke me! I just ordered the Schuyler Treveris ESV in imperial blue. But that's okay and I love your videos. I took it to heart when you said you should get a bible that speaks to you. When I saw the Treveris, it has all the features I was looking for in a bible. The bible I ordered will be a daily reader and I like the uncluttered look of the single column. I also love the look of the drop caps and the verse numbers in the gutter. This bible spoke to me and I'm sure it will be wonderful! You do an awesome job in your reviews and I’m so glad I found your channel. My next bible will be a Schuyler NIV PSQ hopefully in matching imperial blue. Take care and God Bless!
I really loved this video! You did a great job articulating features that you've found that make Bibles "that aren't right for you" -- often figuring out what we don't like about certain Bibles helps us narrow down and focus on the versions best for us. I'm unsurprised you're not a fan of brightly colored Bibles as I recall you mentioning that bright color not being one you'd personally want to bring to church. I love the look of brightly colored Bibles, but understand why many think they're garish or not somber enough for a daily Bible. Totally agree with you about the Thompson Chain-Reference Bibles! I've tried to use one before and found myself consistently overwhelmed or distracted. Glad they're around and so popular as many people seem to benefit greatly from them. It was a kindness to point out publicly that not everyone is looking to purchase a 5 Solas rebind and that rebinders are limiting their potential market when they make them without a particular purchaser in mind. You weren't unkind, didn't mention any companies by name in a negative manner, and if I were a small business owner this is feedback I'd be interested in. Love the Treveris! There's definitely been Bibles you've pointed out as some of your absolute favs that I wasn't enthused about -- we're so lucky there's such a wonderful diversity of Bibles to choose from in today's market! I completely agree with you about patriotic Bibles. I'd never been a fan of them as they seemed to be pandering, but you're right: it's really not cool to be mixing our allegiances to God and to our country in a copy of the Scriptures. Sorry, USA, but though I love you, you're coming in second place to God if there's a competition.
It's funny: my family has always used Thompson Chain Reference Bibles, so for me the layout doesn't bother me. It's what I'm expecting. Neat to hear that someone else has a different opinion. I probably feel similarly to interlinear or parallel Bibles - multiple columns do make the text harder to follow. The Thompson Reference "wings" just seem so natural to me that I don't notice them 😂
Also, I was serving in a communist country once, and my team had a box of Patriotic American Bibles donated to us to give away. So cringe and inappropriate!
@Deanna65 I'm not embarrased by freedom. As for the flag, it's all about "for which it stands". These are important issues, and there is a nobility of heart with true protectors of our freedoms.. But that is not on the level of the word of God. To confuse the patriotic messages with the word of God, IS idolatry, making our favorite things into a god, and recommending them for other people to worship. That IS idolatry, and being "embarrased" by it, in the context of sharing the gospel so that people may be saved, is way beyond embarrassment, and way beyond "cringe". It is grievous, not just embarrassing. It is idolatry.
I appreciate how you have clarified your PURPOSE on this channel, and it's not to critique what you don't like in Bibles. I think you successfully help people get excited about reading the Bible by not focusing inordinately on what you don't like. Also, I completely agree with every one of your preferences (and I'm one of those "reformed guys").
Good video. I learned some things I didn’t know. (I’m 76 yo, so that is a good thing! 😂) I agree with the patriotic Bibles. I’m glad I’m American, but I must be a Christian above all else. 🙌🏼❤️
Even in your sharing certain types of Bibles that you are not drawn to, you spoke in a very caring way. You were simply stating your preferences, knowing that some of your listeners might enjoy those types and styles of Bibles. Your videos give me information in choosing the type of Bible I most prefer, so thank you for your input.
Tim, I had to watch this to see if you were going to take a shot or two at a segment of the market that I personally have some problems with. Serious stuff don't you know. And then you pulled out those brightly covered bibles and you caught me completely off guard. I laughed at myself so hard my eyes watered. You provided a light hearted view of some of the things in the bible industry that tweek you a bit. These tweeks are what make us smile and sometimes laugh at ourselves. It is a truely enjoyable piece.
Great video! And THANK YOU for your comments on the patriotic bibles. I might go as far to say that putting scripture alongside governmental documents is blasphemous.
Tim, you are probably the nicest guy on RUclips, and I can't fathom anyone saying / printing hurtful statements against you--truly tragic! I agree with you about brightly-colored Bibles, the Thompson Chain Bible (TMI), and Patriotic Bibles. I appreciate all you do for us all. God bless!
Tim, I agree with you in regards to "Patriotic Bibles." I have a We the People tattoo on my forearm and I love our history, but I do believe that the Bible is a stand-alone book. Btw, great video.
As a retired military man, I share your views about patriotic-themed bibles. A national flag has no place inside the sanctuary of a church or on the Holy Bible.
@@spiceweasel1145Yeah, they say "God and country", "God and country", and have an Ametican flag on one side of the "stage", and a fake "Christian flag" on the other, as if that's going to counterbalance the American flags place of reverence, and make it alright. And it does exactly that: it counterbalances them, making the American flag, and the ersatz "Christian" flag equal. "God and country"...
Fue un video muy divertido. Realmente haces un trabajo maravilloso para ayudarnos a encontrar nuestra Biblia ideal. Gracias a tu Review de la NBLA Colección Premier en color azul fue que me anime a comprarla, tu sesión de fotos en el blog influyó mucho en mi y te lo agradezco. Saludos desde México.
Hola Edgar, yo tengo la biblia de estudio NBLA, realmente no leo mucho el comentario de estudio pero leo mucho las escrituras, y creo que la NBLA es una gran traducción. Use mucho la reina Valera 60 pero NBLA es realmente una traducción asombrosa.
@@jonathanhernandez7957 Hola Jonathan. Leí el Nuevo Testamento el año pasado en la NBLA y este año leí la mitad del Antiguo Testamento, desde los Salmos hasta el final. Personalmente estoy muy habituado a la RVR1960, muchísimo más de lo que yo mismo pensaba. Un tiempo disfruté mucho la NVI, luego la NTV, la RVR 77 etc pero al final siempre me queda una sensación de volver a la RVR1960. Ayer comencé nuevamente el NT con la NBLA, se lo grande que es esta traducción y de verdad quisiera adoptarla en primer lugar pero tengo en mi mente la RVR1960 desde hace 30 años y es difícil, hay un apego hasta sentimental si me permites decirlo. Saludos desde México.
I am enjoying your reviews. Your focus on the construction and readability are factors that are omitted from other discussions. I do most of my reading electronically, from news to literature. It would be interesting to hear your comments of features on electronic versions. Thank you for these enlightening videos.
As an Air Force veteran and pastor, I couldn't agree with you more about the patriotic bibles. Thank you for your gracious approach to this potentially difficult topic, Tim.
Your description of wanting your Bible to be about "god's word" and not wanting American stuff in there (or another stuff!), was so spot on. It hits the core of the issue perfectly.
Nicely done Tim. I'm a vet and I have to totally agree on the "patriot" bibles. Our citizenship is in heaven.
Yep.
John 17:14-16
Our flesh lives in a hostile kingdom once we accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.
I agree too. I'm patriotic. Both my dad and my best friends dad served in the military. But I think we shouldn't make the Bible political. Very good opinion on that Tim!
@@stackthepackcollectibles6055 Our faith is not merely an individual affirmation, it is a communal thing, we ought to seek Christendom on earth!
On Earth as it is in Heaven… an unchecked political system is very dangerous. We can have good politics that are Christ based. Others will benefit from it as well even if they don’t want to admit it.
If your citizenship is in Heaven why did you fight for America
I haven't been to church since I was 10 and I'm 41 and drinking a 12 pack at 7am like every day and for some reason I had to click on this video. I don't know if its a sign or what but it's nice to see someone so positive and gives me hope. Thank you.
I hope your a better with that after a week. God bless you!
I’ve recently started attending church after not going for 20+ years. Find you a good church family. There’s thousands to choose from. Meet with the pastor. Several times.
Please open your bible.
If you are watching and commenting, you have maintained a level of dignity and character. My body can't handle alcohol; maybe yours is the same. Ask for help--- there's plenty out there. Don't get hung up on religious issues, it won't help you get sober. Do you WANT to get sober?
Praying for blessings for you❤
I am 1000% with you on the patriotic bibles. Keep the main thing the main thing.
Bright colors do make it easier to find on the bookshelf 😂
True!
I know I’m in the minority, but I wish more premium Bibles were offered with thumb indexing.
Move over, Gerry. I'm with you 100% on thumb indexed Bibles.
Oh, me, too! I Iove thumb-indexed Bibles, but they are difficult to find sometimes. I don't like Bible tabs that you have to add yourself.@@guymontag349
100% agree. I didn't think I was going to be in the thumb indexing until I used a Bible with one and now... I have to say I prefer it. And one of the biggest reasons I don't own a Schuyler or more than one Cambridge (I own a Cambridge cameo but no others) is because there are none with thumb indexing. When a new Bible comes out, the first thing I do is see if there is an edition with indexes. It makes navigating the Bible just so much quicker.
I have a wonderful Cambridge Concord (KJV) in black calf split leather which is thumb indexed.@@caomhan84 I also have a great NKJV verse-by-verse in Comfort Print from Thomas Nelson which is thumb indexed.
,, Well, if you read your Bible on a regular basis, you can just open it to what you want and be very close to what you want to read. It takes time and study.
I am so proud to be an American, it hurts.... but I think it's borderline blasphemous to put the U.S. Constitution into the Bible. How is that not adding to scripture?
Ouch!! Forgot about that one.
It’s a clearly separate set of documents in the back of the Bible added for convenience. It doesn’t purport to be the Word of God, so no, it’s not blasphemous at all. 😊
@@gloriaanngomez3238 To be fair, I said "borderline," and I suppose if it's very clear that it's in a separate "non-inspired" part at the end, kind of like the Apocrypha in some Bibles, it would alleviate most of my concerns.
But although I'm not a liberal, we as conservatives have to reckon with the fact that many of the founding fathers (but not all and maybe not even the majority to be fair, but many nonetheless) didn't even believe in Jesus as the Christ (Thomas Jefferson and Ben Franklin come to mind, both admired Jesus, but they did not believe he was divine).
I've actually read Ben Franklin's autobiography and yup, any fair reading indicates that at least at the time it was written, Ben Franklin was not a Christian, at least not in any traditional sense of the definition.
The U.S. Constitution was an amazing achievement, but the Bible's light will burn brighter and inspire more people far longer than the Constitution will ever be remembered, and it does seem not right to me to put it together with the Bible, but that's just my opinion.
@@gloriaanngomez3238per 3 different religious denominations where I reside felt it is Blasphemy to have added the constitution etc to the Bible, they referred to Revelation 22:18 🙏
@@JustAskingQuestions8571very well spoken 🙏
Since everyone else have already said all that’s needed to be said, I will just say thank you for your honesty on reviewing and admitting that there are actually bibles that you don’t like as much as others. Always a pleasure to watch your reviews, Tim! You’re still awesome!
Thanks!
Just watched your video on ‘Bibles I Don’t Like’. Nicely done. Everyone has their personal preferences and it’s really good to finally see someone stand up and say what they like or dislike.
I like brightly colored Bibles! Makes me feel like the Bible is joyful and a Light! But, to each their own.
Bright and cheerful. Yep, especially when you read gruesome stories of god asking his chosen to slaughter men, women and children.
I like orange and green Bibles. I'm searching for a yellow Bible. I love bright colors!
The bright colors I think are for girls and women, because a lot of women want the softer tones. I do.
Thank you Tim for your honesty!!! I’m glad you finally did a review like this one. It makes me trust your reviews more. That question was always lingering in the back of my mind as I watched your reviews. Your reviews have always been so positive for the most part. I knew there had to be Bibles that you didn’t like but you never really said anything about it. That made me question your reviews just a little🤔🤔🤔. Thank you for making and sharing this review✝️🙏🏽✝️🙏🏽✝️. You were very professional and genuine to the makers of these Bibles.
Thanks, Sharon!
Great video, I personally love the Thompson Chain. yes, the older ones were very "busy" but the new ones are much improved. I think what I like about the Thompson the most is that if you want to just read the Bible, it is there with no intrusions from super-scrips, sub-scripts, letters, numbers, or symbols, and no fear of the text falling into the gutter. if you find a passage interesting, you can look to the margin and and get references or parallel passages, or even follow the whole chain. the strength of the Thompson is that instead of an authors commentary (which may or may not align with your views), it really only uses scripture as commentary on scripture. Some of this may be nostalgia from when I was young and saw the maps in the back that showed the travels of different people laid out in an easy to understand form.
I have looked at the Thompson Chain Bible and have no idea how one uses it. It always seemed crowded with words and wasn't appealing. I need to have someone explain how to use it.
@@flowerlass READ the pages at the beginning or use RUclips to figure it out. All Bibles explain in the beginning pages how to use it, RUclips also has videos that explain it.
Oh I loved those maps too! I was into maps as a kid, all kinds of maps. (Yeah, I liked the Hobbit maps too!) It made it easier for me to feel engaged in the stories. It gave the stories a sense of progress, I think, like they were going somewhere. Yeah, nostalgia!
I really enjoyed watching this and listening to your points of view, Tim. It is perfectly good for us all to know what we love about our bibles, and what we buy! One thing I am doing is selling on eBay the ones I no longer read now that I have changed up my translations, however being sentimentally attached is making it hard!
I love how you approach this, as some two of my favorites are on your list. We all have different opinions on what we look for in a Bible.
This discussion highlights how very fortunate we English speakers are to have such a multitude of choices! I don’t know of any other language in which the Bible is available in such a variety of translations, formats, editions, different study helps etc etc. So very blessed!
Yes! My grandma’s first language is Spanish, so I was trying to find her a Spanish Bible. I’m having such a hard time with it. There are Spanish Bibles out there, but not many high quality ones from what I’ve found.
Though I will say that the most beautiful Bible I’ve ever seen in my life was a Portuguese Bible, and I wish I could read Portuguese just so I could justify buying it. But I don’t think it’s worth it to buy a Bible I can’t even read, as beautiful as it is.
@@Maria-jq3zvLook for the 1602 Valera Purified. It’s available online to buy. God Bless!!! They even have leather Bibles and bilingual Bibles on the main site. I would post the site but YT cracks down on links.
I dislike how many "translations" there are. How many changes and corruptions. Some of them say different things. The Word of God says the people who changed them are cursed. So I probably wouldn't be proud in any way. There seems to be no positive side to this reality.
Exactly!! The more editions, formats and translations there are the more they sway away from the original texts.
I find it funny that many disagree with you. And then bring out "corruption" as if they can read Koine Greek and Ancient Hebrew to point out which of which is corrupted.
we women LOVE a bit of colour
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I LOVE your heart, Tim. Being critical isn’t a skill. Being an optimist is. And screw the haters, they aren’t worth your time!
Thanks, Jesse!
I’m with you on all points Tim! Thanks for the video and your amazing channel.
No need to stress Tim. I'm just happy we are so blessed with so many bible options. I just got a Treveris recently. I'm still up in the air on it. I think I may prefer the double column. But I'll give it a little more time.
Thank you for your honesty! Appreciate you!
Well done. Enjoyed this video, great job! Sorry that it was so stressful for you. Thank you for all your work and reviews to help us find the right Bible for each of us.
How blessed are we that we have so many "choices" when it comes to Bibles in this country. Our missionary conference this year had testimony shared on places that do not yet have a Bible in their language. We debate colors of the covers. We also heard of a woman who was put out of her home to read her Bible. She could come in, but not her Bible. Praise God for His Word and to Him be all Glory.
Well done! Thank you Tim 🙏
Fun video! Thanks so much for sharing! And thank you very much for your positive approach to Bible reviewing. I’m sure I can speak on behalf of a lot of your supporters when I say that we are grateful to have at least one sphere of our lives that isn’t drowning in negativity and cynicism! Again, thanks so much for all the amazing work that you do!
I just found your channel (from the God Bless the USA Bible review)... To me, the importance of a video like this is that it gives people "permission" to think about what they DO and DO NOT like about whatever Bible they have been exposed to... As a teen, I found it very hard to try to read through the Bible - something my teachers and elders told me that I REALLY needed to do. I had an somewhat old KJV to read from and deciphering the language kept derailing me. I always thought that something was wrong with ME... I grew up during a time that younger followers didn't question what they were taught or told by teachers...
An honest message like this with no JUDGEMENT, only opinions, would have saved me a lot of anguish and might have helped me find what I needed to grow. The message that it is OKAY to know what presentation works and doesn't work for me.
I agree with you on everything except the brightly colored Bibles. As an artist and musician I like the idea of rebinding or buying a new Bible that is in your favorite color. I guess it's an Identity thing you know it's your Bible in a pile of other's belongings at the end of church or church event when you bring your Bible with. Like a perse it can be a self expression. I feel like Bibles are personal when you own one you often put your name in the front maybe buy some personalized bookmarks for it why not have one in a color that pleases your eye. Yeah some are gaude looking but eh I'm not against a colored Bible. Humans come in different colors.
That last sentence. Different colors, different tastes, different colored lenses - it's all good. 🙂
This was so well done. Opinions abound, and people can get really divisive. You are correct in that you have regularly mentioned in your videos how certain things in a particular Bible you are reviewing are not your thing. Like, for example, the use of red letters. You are gracious as usual. I love your channel. And, you have helped push me into a true Bible nerd! 😀Take care, best to you and your channel.
Thank you so much!
Hello Brother Tim. This was a great segment. Bibles are definitely personal and nobody likes the exact same bibles or else there would only be one format of bible sold. Blessings to you and your family 🙌👏
I appreciate your honesty and your videos, Tim! ❤
Great video Tim. Thanks for sharing ❤
Of those you listed, the patriotic Bibles turn me off the most. A lot of our patriotism treads too close to idolatry for my tastes, and patriotic Bibles always send me running.
However, I like the look of the Treveris for the very reasons you don't. I hope one day they put up a KJV with Apocrypha (tall order, I know).
Well said!
God made ALL colors! ❤ They are all acceptable!
Great job Tim! You handled the topic well.
Great point!
It's kind of sad how many times Tim had to ask people to be kind in the comments section. Such a kind, humble person who's just trying to help people find a Bible that's a good fit for them. I think watching his videos helps me to learn how to appreciate the good in something even if it isn't up my alley.
Thanks for your videos, Tim. You rock!
Thank you, James. Much appreciated.
Speak the wisdom of true godliness, not hot topic divisive baby shit. It's not your Bible. It's not to fit you. Rather, the Holy Spirit it the one who morphs.
@@duncescotus2342. What??? You say a bad word… what for? Don’t understand the meaning of writing what you wrote.
@@duncescotus2342”Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and salt water?”
@@TheDareD3vil No, and you devils need to check your plug. Into what outlet is it meant to fit?
Huge fan of the Treveris, the layout is new and different, but did not take long to become integral to my study. I would consider it a perfect EDC bible and recommend it to anybody looking for a new bible. Cheers.
Just ordered an ESV Black Pearl version. Super stoked. I read the sample and really enjoyed the layout. Can’t wait to hold it!
Love your candor and kindness!
Thank you so much!
What about when God said towards the end of Revelations?? DO NOT TAKE OR ADD TO THIS (The Bible)?????
I still appreciate the single column, side column reference Bible, usually only in the NASB and also now in LSB. It’s very helpful in teaching and preaching. ESV had one early on but it’s seemingly out of print now.
I love colours and I love bright colourful Bibles! 💖❤🧡💛💚Im so glad they finally exist in premium Bible format 😍
Meee toooo
I don't think it matters what color the Bible is it's what the Biblle says
I myself have a purple Bible, only because I like that color. I think women tend to go for a specific color. If I’m going to put a cover on it, then I don’t care about color.
@@kertekroth8568True. But it’s ok to have a more personalized experience when buying a Bible you plan on using every day. If that weren’t the case, then I wouldn’t buy a physical Bible anymore since I can download it onto my phone.
100% on every point (and I am confessionally Reformed). Thanks for the honesty. Your reviews are always helpful to me when looking at purchasing another bible.
Thank you for a POSITIVE look at these Bibles. I honestly did not realize that the five ridges on the spine stood for the five solas. My favorite leather Bible has them on it and I had thought it was just for aesthetics and to protect the type from wearing off. Not a big deal for me but it is nice to know. God bless!
I love the bright colors! I agree about the patriotic Bibles and the five solas rebinds. There have been so many beautiful rebinds that I wouldn’t buy because of the solas, and I’ve felt like the rebinders are excluding a lot of people from purchasing. I like the Treveris, but there are better readers. The drop caps are unappealing to me, and I wish they hadn’t included the verse numbers, but I enjoyed reading it more than I thought I would. Another Bible I don’t like is the Humble Lamb because of the illustrations. If there were an edition without them, I would try it out.
It’s funny you say that about the Thompson Reference chain!
I recently got it and my wife opened it up for the first time and she was like “whoa!” And immediately said she didn’t like it. There was just too much on the pages!
Great video, as always. I know it’s hard to say something negative about what someone else may like.
My first study Bible was a Thompson Chain Reference. It was great, but I now have trouble seeing it. It’s too busy and I need larger prints.
I absolutely love my Treveris KJV. It’s my first premium Bible and I was looking for a readers KJV. And I like the drop caps because it reminds me of old manuscripts (I have a degree in NT textual criticism). So for me this is perfect. But I realize it’s not for everyone.
Again, great job on a topic I know was hard for you to do. And, apart from the Terveris I completely agree - and even here I understand it’s a matter of personal preference. 😊
Great job and thank you for sharing
Great video, great channel, thank you very much for sharing your knowledge, God Bless ❤
It took a lot of courage for you to do this, Brother, and I respect you and appreciate it. Also, I happen to have similar thoughts on most of those Bibles. Grace to you!
I appreciate that!
Thompson chain is the best. Especially the old style.
I appreciate your reviews. Very informative. I enjoyed this particular review and agree with most of your points. I'm not too fond of any study type of paper Bibles. There are many better options in the electronic format these days that make Bible study more efficient for my workflow.
I have the newly released Humble Lamb NASB HIStory edition in bright yellow. For the most part, I don’t take it to church and I’ve definitely never preached from it in our adult settings. However, I did have it with me while teaching a youth class once and it came in clutch as an illustration. Also, I’ve found that it is a FANTASTIC conversation starter. Anything I carry a bible that sparks conversation (something that can’t really be said about other bibles I have,) it is always note worthy to me and I remember to try and carry it frequently. So I agree with your assessment of bright color bibles from a more personal stance, but I also see some place for them that could ultimately be valuable. Great video!
P.S., 1000% agree on the patriotic Bible stance.
Love the TCR!! Have worn out several. I guess I’ll keep watching 😇
I just got a Chain-Reference this year and i use it every day.
Great job Tim. I like how you tread lightly on these subjects. I’ve seen way too much bashing of bibles or translations. We should fear that the Lord is using said bibles in someone’s life and for us to squash that should be a fearsome thing.
8:15 on your point about the drop caps, I didn’t know what you were talking about until you showed it to which I was like UES!! Me too!! Bc when I got my recent bible (in person) and saw that it had that, I was thrown off! Like they’re pretty, but I never studied the Bible with that so it rubbed me wrong. But when I think about the ways people memorize the Bible by using the first letter of every word in a verse, I’m thinking maybe that’s the usefulness of it? To help with memorization 🤷🏾♀️ it’s an idea right😄 Praise the Lord!
This is my second video of yours that I've watched. The first was about the LSB, "is it hear to stay?". You just seem to be someone who really enjoys what you do. The delivery, the smile, the photography always keep me glued. It's enjoyable watching someone who's genuinely happy in what they do. As far as this video's subject matter, don't "sweat" it. You were as kind and non judgmental as you could be. Keep up the good work.
Love drop caps. Love single column across the page. Love the simplicity of no headers, verse numbers, footnotes in the text. Love the Treveris - you did it, you found the Bible for me! And also, love this video and all your reviews. Thanks for what you do. Have enjoyed your videos for years.
Awesome, thank you!
This felt like I just witnessed a tough therapy session 😂 Glad you got through it!
Great video Tim. I loved your honesty.
Great video thanks Tim yes I always wondered what you don’t like too because you are always so positive. 👍🏾 Agree with you on the TCR, it’s so popular and I tried to get into it but agree it’s so overwhelming and I haven’t been able to use mine yet 😂 And yes I got an orange Humble Lamb because it’s so popular right now but it’s way to bright to take anywhere lol. I got a red as a replacement which I like much better. So on the bright Bibles it depends on the color you like. I love my KJV Treveris 😁😁
Tim, I really value your insight and videos. Please ignore the haters, don't let the negative comments get you down. Keep doing what you're doing!😊
Thanks, will do!
I would say any Bible that does not lay flat from Genesis to Revelation kind of irritates me now.
That’s a good one.
I really enjoy this, truth well-spoken.
Sometimes we need to hear this kind. So satisfying, I'm so relief.😄
I love that you do this for us, it is GREATLY appreciated Tim😊!
I overall agree- I feel sentimental about the Thompson Chain because it was the Bible that was super popular when my parents got in church and everyone had one back then. I think the new one is better than the old one.
I like it more as a study tool than a reader. It can be bit busy.
Back in the day, we used to call it the Tommy Gun.........😉
@@redsorgum love it!! Lol
Thanks for sharing. As a Navy veteran, I agree with your position in patriotic bibles and brightly decorated ones.
Well done!
Agree with your comment about the 5 solas. I recently preordered the LSB compact bible. I wanted the black goatskin, but thought having the 5 solas on the spine looked way to busy.
Just take a piece of your favorite duct tape and cover the spine. Jk
Yep. I thought the same thing. Wanted the black, but ended up ordering the navy.
@@67MercuryXR7 wished now I had ordered the Navy. I ordered the black cowhide with paste down binding instead.
Thanks for this. I've always thought that you never met a bible you didn't like - turns out that you have both positive and negative opinions..but are nice about it. People take note - we need more of this.
The 5 Solas hurt a little bit as I am reformed. Reformed Baptist specifically, but I respect your opinion sir.
You did this video in a respectful way and it was great!
I agree... Which Solas do you not agree with Tim? Love your thoughts
Great video Tim. I agree with you on 99 percent of what you said, but really man, the TCR. I'll pray for you brother. Keep up the good work.
I have gained so much from the Chain-Reference Bible. The objection to it that it feels like too much to learn about on each page, I really do not understand that at all.
I like the bright color bibles because they look pretty and girly. That's probably why you don't like them lol 😅
We love you, Tim! I’m very proud of the approach you took. And you never need to mention the topic again (don’t do a follow up)! Perfect!
I appreciate that!
Good morning everyone, hope everybody has had a great week. Well let’s get down to business Tim. If you don’t like the Bible, then it must be really bad. I can’t wait to see which ones they are
The Treveris looks lovely in my opinion. I might want to buy it now 😂
This was a fun one! I'm still trying to figure out why a man who wears subdued clothing would NOT want a bright bible for a pop of color. haha I'm with you on the Thompson and the treveris. I actually don't like the Schuyler Quintel because the words all blend together in my mind (all the pages look alike too) and it makes it hard to read and remember where something is. My son thinks the same way as I gave him mine. Could be us! It's a gorgeous bible though.
Ha! I literally wear black, brown, and gray almost all the time. What you see in the videos is what I wear in real life.
You handled that well! 😊 Dear Humble Lamb, please making Bibles in traditional colors, WITHOUT art work of any sort. Stay innovative, and stay in your lane, but consider those of us who are boring!!!
I appreciate what Humble Lamb is doing. Their Bibles are definitely different and I look forward to them publishing other versions like the NLT or NIV. Why would they want to be like everybody else?
Well, I appreciate that they have a lane. I personally don’t like the art work or their color choices. I want to support their passion… but just wouldn’t buy the color choices. If they offered just a tan leather I’d buy… and I can’t be the only one. If they never do, then I will bless them from afar. Be blessed!!
I totally agree with you about the Bible you mentioned with reference to the US. If I want to read and know more about the Constitution I will get a copy to read. For me the Bible is GOD'S Word and is not a book about the US.
I appreciate Bible reviews as I have bought many different translations over the years. Currently the Bible version I am using for my everyday devotions and reading is "The Living Bible". I find I am understanding this translation better.
I feel a bible is a personal matter and choice. GOD just wants us to read the Bible to draw closer to Him and get to know Him.
You did an excellent job of explaining of what you don't like.
Thank you!
Good morning everyone
100% agree on the “patriotic” Bible. I love the Thomas Chain as a study tool. I agree that it is not the best for general reading. Great video.
I laughed out LOUD! I have used my Thompson since 1970. We all have our opinions. What really matters is that I READ and study the word. Because of your honesty and positivity I am a new subscriber.
Welcome!
Yep! Love you more now. I'm right behind you regarding any nation/philosophy/current trend/etcetera being placed ABOVE God. It will always be God's prerogative to place favor as HE pleases. It is our responsibility to learn God's Word and to apply it in our lives...to serve and love God and to love our neighbor. By the way, I do love colorful Bibles but I, too, tend to own mostly black, brown, tan covered Bibles. 😅
Thank you for mentioning the logos. I don’t like them either.
I love how you don’t like bright colors, and say so. I do, and I’d be happy to show up at a Bible study or Sunday school with a very bright Bible.
Overly large stamped letters have ruined many a rebound Bible. Rebinders, please invest in small lettering.
Oh Tim you broke me! I just ordered the Schuyler Treveris ESV in imperial blue. But that's okay and I love your videos. I took it to heart when you said you should get a bible that speaks to you. When I saw the Treveris, it has all the features I was looking for in a bible. The bible I ordered will be a daily reader and I like the uncluttered look of the single column. I also love the look of the drop caps and the verse numbers in the gutter. This bible spoke to me and I'm sure it will be wonderful! You do an awesome job in your reviews and I’m so glad I found your channel. My next bible will be a Schuyler NIV PSQ hopefully in matching imperial blue. Take care and God Bless!
You will dig it love mine
I really loved this video! You did a great job articulating features that you've found that make Bibles "that aren't right for you" -- often figuring out what we don't like about certain Bibles helps us narrow down and focus on the versions best for us.
I'm unsurprised you're not a fan of brightly colored Bibles as I recall you mentioning that bright color not being one you'd personally want to bring to church. I love the look of brightly colored Bibles, but understand why many think they're garish or not somber enough for a daily Bible.
Totally agree with you about the Thompson Chain-Reference Bibles! I've tried to use one before and found myself consistently overwhelmed or distracted. Glad they're around and so popular as many people seem to benefit greatly from them.
It was a kindness to point out publicly that not everyone is looking to purchase a 5 Solas rebind and that rebinders are limiting their potential market when they make them without a particular purchaser in mind. You weren't unkind, didn't mention any companies by name in a negative manner, and if I were a small business owner this is feedback I'd be interested in.
Love the Treveris! There's definitely been Bibles you've pointed out as some of your absolute favs that I wasn't enthused about -- we're so lucky there's such a wonderful diversity of Bibles to choose from in today's market!
I completely agree with you about patriotic Bibles. I'd never been a fan of them as they seemed to be pandering, but you're right: it's really not cool to be mixing our allegiances to God and to our country in a copy of the Scriptures. Sorry, USA, but though I love you, you're coming in second place to God if there's a competition.
It's funny: my family has always used Thompson Chain Reference Bibles, so for me the layout doesn't bother me. It's what I'm expecting.
Neat to hear that someone else has a different opinion. I probably feel similarly to interlinear or parallel Bibles - multiple columns do make the text harder to follow.
The Thompson Reference "wings" just seem so natural to me that I don't notice them 😂
Exactly what i was thinking
Also, I was serving in a communist country once, and my team had a box of Patriotic American Bibles donated to us to give away. So cringe and inappropriate!
I imagine it was embarrassing too. Yeeks!
There is an issue that you’re embarrassed by the flag of one of the last free countries on earth.
@Deanna65 I'm not embarrased by freedom. As for the flag, it's all about "for which it stands". These are important issues, and there is a nobility of heart with true protectors of our freedoms..
But that is not on the level of the word of God. To confuse the patriotic messages with the word of God, IS idolatry, making our favorite things into a god, and recommending them for other people to worship. That IS idolatry, and being "embarrased" by it, in the context of sharing the gospel so that people may be saved, is way beyond embarrassment, and way beyond "cringe". It is grievous, not just embarrassing. It is idolatry.
I appreciate how you have clarified your PURPOSE on this channel, and it's not to critique what you don't like in Bibles. I think you successfully help people get excited about reading the Bible by not focusing inordinately on what you don't like.
Also, I completely agree with every one of your preferences (and I'm one of those "reformed guys").
Thank you, Ross.
Good video. I learned some things I didn’t know. (I’m 76 yo, so that is a good thing! 😂) I agree with the patriotic Bibles. I’m glad I’m American, but I must be a Christian above all else. 🙌🏼❤️
Even in your sharing certain types of Bibles that you are not drawn to, you spoke in a very caring way. You were simply stating your preferences, knowing that some of your listeners might enjoy those types and styles of Bibles. Your videos give me information in choosing the type of Bible I most prefer, so thank you for your input.
Tim, I had to watch this to see if you were going to take a shot or two at a segment of the market that I personally have some problems with. Serious stuff don't you know. And then you pulled out those brightly covered bibles and you caught me completely off guard. I laughed at myself so hard my eyes watered. You provided a light hearted view of some of the things in the bible industry that tweek you a bit. These tweeks are what make us smile and sometimes laugh at ourselves. It is a truely enjoyable piece.
Great video! And THANK YOU for your comments on the patriotic bibles. I might go as far to say that putting scripture alongside governmental documents is blasphemous.
Tim, you are probably the nicest guy on RUclips, and I can't fathom anyone saying / printing hurtful statements against you--truly tragic! I agree with you about brightly-colored Bibles, the Thompson Chain Bible (TMI), and Patriotic Bibles. I appreciate all you do for us all. God bless!
Yes to the 5 Solas and patriotic Bibles! Had to be said!
Tim, I agree with you in regards to "Patriotic Bibles." I have a We the People tattoo on my forearm and I love our history, but I do believe that the Bible is a stand-alone book. Btw, great video.
Remember what Sproul said about 4 point Calvinists. We call those Arminians. 😊
As a retired military man, I share your views about patriotic-themed bibles. A national flag has no place inside the sanctuary of a church or on the Holy Bible.
Thank you for your service!
We actually had to make a formal policy to ban flags from the sanctuary.
@@spiceweasel1145Yeah, they say "God and country", "God and country", and have an Ametican flag on one side of the "stage", and a fake "Christian flag" on the other, as if that's going to counterbalance the American flags place of reverence, and make it alright. And it does exactly that: it counterbalances them, making the American flag, and the ersatz "Christian" flag equal. "God and country"...
Fue un video muy divertido. Realmente haces un trabajo maravilloso para ayudarnos a encontrar nuestra Biblia ideal. Gracias a tu Review de la NBLA Colección Premier en color azul fue que me anime a comprarla, tu sesión de fotos en el blog influyó mucho en mi y te lo agradezco. Saludos desde México.
Hola Edgar, yo tengo la biblia de estudio NBLA, realmente no leo mucho el comentario de estudio pero leo mucho las escrituras, y creo que la NBLA es una gran traducción. Use mucho la reina Valera 60 pero NBLA es realmente una traducción asombrosa.
@@jonathanhernandez7957 Hola Jonathan. Leí el Nuevo Testamento el año pasado en la NBLA y este año leí la mitad del Antiguo Testamento, desde los Salmos hasta el final. Personalmente estoy muy habituado a la RVR1960, muchísimo más de lo que yo mismo pensaba. Un tiempo disfruté mucho la NVI, luego la NTV, la RVR 77 etc pero al final siempre me queda una sensación de volver a la RVR1960. Ayer comencé nuevamente el NT con la NBLA, se lo grande que es esta traducción y de verdad quisiera adoptarla en primer lugar pero tengo en mi mente la RVR1960 desde hace 30 años y es difícil, hay un apego hasta sentimental si me permites decirlo. Saludos desde México.
I am enjoying your reviews. Your focus on the construction and readability are factors that are omitted from other discussions. I do most of my reading electronically, from news to literature. It would be interesting to hear your comments of features on electronic versions. Thank you for these enlightening videos.