Binding: Hardcover Page Count: 2240 Publisher: Zondervan ISBN#: 9780310923602 Availability: Usually ships the same business day.
Description: The
NIV Spirit of the Reformation Study Bible provides a theologically conservative, balanced system of notes and articles that trace the Reformed Christian heritage back to its roots in the Reformation. Appropriate for both an academic and an informed lay audience, this Bible incorporates extensive study notes, as well as articles, charts, and graphs, that comment on Scripture from a distinctly Reformed perspective. Included is the complete text of each of the six major Reformed doctrinal standards, keyed in the study notes to relevant Scripture passages. Special features:
Monergism Review:
Important to note: The ESV
Reformation Study Bible is not the same as the Spirit of the
Reformation Study Bible . They contain similarities, but in the end the Spirit of the
Reformation Study Bible has more resources. Any discerning person will not be happy with the NIV translation, but this error can be overlooked provided the wealth of accurate information contained in the Spirit of the
Reformation Study Bible . In my estimation it is the best study Bible on the market. My conclusion was drawn after assessing every major study Bible on the market- yes, every major Study Bible on the market!
The Spirit of the Reformation contains many of the same footnotes found in the
Reformation study Bible with one great exception- Spirit of The Reformation contains even more study notes! This is not a Bible I would be without- it is a one stop shop for exposition. Another powerful and unique benefit of this Bible is all the Confessions and Catechism located in the back of the work. These are linked together with footnotes throughout the text. Keep in mind this is a feature not found in the
Reformation Study Bible . Dispersed throughout the text is also a series of theological articles written by very competent scholars. Consider just a few of the names associated with this study Bible: Richard L. Pratt Jr. (General Editor), Bruce Walke (Old Testament Editor), Vern S. Poythress and G. K. Beal (New Testament Editors), John Frame and
J.I. Packer (Theological Editors). Even if one is more radical or does not agree with some of the exposition this is still the best study Bible available on the market. Of course, a better translation with all the features of this Study Bible would be the best, but it simply does not exist.
It is possible for me to give many reasons why you should purchase this work, but nothing is better than this:
I have found no other study Bible as useful or exhaustive that is true to the doctrines of the Reformation. And really, all this means is that this book is more beneficial than any other book when it comes to understanding Scripture. As Protestants understanding the Word of God is our highest vocation and the Spirit of the
Reformation Study Bible will assist in doing just that. Recommend as the number 1 study Bible on the market.
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B. K. Campbell
