Why the ESV?, Part 3

Why the ESV?, Part 3 January 28, 2013 For the last few weeks, we’ve been exploring thereasons I prefer the English Standard Version of the Bible for use in thechurch. Last week, I explained my first reason: the ESV is translated in a waythat emphasizes the words and...

Why the ESV?, Part 2

Why the ESV?, Part 2 January 21, 2013 The first reason I prefer the English Standard Versionfor use in the church is translation philosophy. The ESV is an essentiallyliteral Bible translation that aims for word-for-word precision in renderingthe original languages in...

Why the ESV?

Why the ESV? January 14, 2013 You might have noticed that we often use a particulartranslation of the Bible at Parker Hills: the English Standard Version. The SOSverses are printed in it, I (Josh) usually preach and teach from it, and weeven have pew Bibles in it. I...

Getting Glad in God

Getting Glad in God January 7, 2013 Do you have a goal when you read your Bible? I hope youintend to spend a good deal of time this new year reading and pondering theword of God. That’s an outstanding goal, and the benefits to your life will beincalculable if you keep...