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Loading... The Wayfinding Bible NLTby Doris Rikkers
   None No current Talk conversations about this book.  blog_gal | Jul 26, 2014 |   I really love this Bible. I am currently taking the "flyover route". One thing that I really enjoy about this Bible is that it helps you to see the bigger picture of things. I love all of the historical information that is found in the infographics and in the notes that are on the top of most major stories. I also love that there are timelines of events and summaries at the beginning of each book. I would recommend this Bible to all ages. (  ) blog_gal | Jul 26, 2014 | Pages: 1522 Year: 2013 Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc Before I share with you what I believe to be an awesome rejuvenating publication, let’s discuss what makes this unique. First, when most people approach the Bible the first question they ask is, “Where do I start?” Let’s face it, it can be intimidating whether one is a seasoned reader or brand new. Second, people might think that the Bible is antique or out of touch and has nothing to offer people living today. True, the Bible is the oldest publication around, but unlike other books this one is God inspired and very relevant to us today. So where do we go from here? When I requested a copy to review, it was for curiosity reasons along with investigating the New Living Translation. If we are honest with ourselves we all have a favorite version or perhaps other features we like that make it special to us. So what I am going to ask you readers to do is just approach this review with an open mind. Frankly, that is how I approached this myself. No matter what any of us do or where we live, our hearts have a naturally inquisitive characteristic. For some, they just flip through it at a store perhaps and steal a glance, then either purchase a copy or place it back on the shelf. As I opened the Bible, I took time to quickly scan through the pages and when I did, I wanted to know more about this Wayfinding Bible. As travelers, regardless of the method of travel, we all depend on signs to direct us to the location we need to be in order to arrive safely at the final destination. We not only want to arrive safely, we all would like to get there with the least amount of frustration as possible. True? After glancing through the pages, I went back to the beginning and read, “The Wayfinding Bible User’s Guide, About the Wayfinding Bible and Introduction to the New Living Translation” sections. Since that night I was meeting with a friend, I thought I would show her the Bible too. Her reaction was a mirror of mine; we both liked the approach and appreciated the time and effort people poured into this translation. It took years and teams of people from all walks of faith to come together with the sole purpose of helping others find God through reading the Bible. What has been published is to me a very encouraging and helpful Bible for everyone. I love studying the Word of God, but reading it through yearly has been a struggle for me over the 30 years I have been His. In 2013, I will have read through it for the first time and I rejoice to have completed a long desire of my heart. Now, in 2014, I will be reading through it again only this time with The Wayfinding Bible. On page 1451, there is a section called, “Thru-Hike”, a term I learned that hikers use when walking the length of long trails. What I love about the introduction to this section is the encouragement to keep going, even if something in life happens to sidetrack me. It reminds me to pick up where I am and continue my journey. Now how cool is that! There are three ways one can read through the Bible: 1) “A Fly Over” is 54 readings so readers get a chronological overview of the Bible; 2) “The Direct Route” is 215 readings to get a picture of how the pieces of the Bible fit together; 3) “The Scenic Route” offers 386 readings that lead the traveler deeper into the Word. If you watch the video on this Bible, you will see there is more to the Bible than what is shared in this review, but trust me this is a unique and helpful way for us to read God’s Word. For me, I will be doing the “The Scenic Route” in 2014, and I cannot wait to begin my new “Thru-Hike” adventure! Regardless of what route you choose, the benefit of getting to God and His Word is immeasurable! Will you join me for the journey? By the way, the friend I told you about earlier is asking her husband for a copy for her for Christmas and is getting her three kids each one so they can choose their journey as well. Come on and let’s take this hike together! Ready? Don’t tell my husband or sons, but they are each getting one for Christmas too! My rating is 5+ stars. Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Other reviews can be read at http://seekingwithallyurheart.blogspot.com/ . Also follow me on Twitter @lcjohnson1988, FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/lisa.johnson.75457 ( ) lamb521 | Oct 31, 2013 | no reviews | add a review
ECPA 2014 Christian Book Award Finalist!What if you had a trusted friend to guide you through God's Word every day? Whether you want a fast overview of the grand story of the Bible or a deeper exploration of the riches of Scripture, The Wayfinding Bibleis that guide.With an innovative, full-color visual guide at the top of each reading, The Wayfinding Bibleprovides you with three paths through God's Word: the Fly-Over Route, the Direct Route, and the Scenic Route. Following the Fly-Over Route, you'll cover the most important events in the Bible in just 40 readings, giving you a fresh overview of how these events tell the story of God's redemption. Following the Direct Route's 200 readings, you'll develop a better understanding of how God's story develops through history. Following the Scenic Route, you'll explore new territory while discovering a richness and depth in God's Word that you've not seen before. All without the discouragement of getting bogged down in any single book.Whether you are encountering the Bible for the first time or simply looking for a new journey through Scripture, you will always know where you are and where you're going in God's Word. Just choose your route, and prepare yourself for life-changing experiences with God. Special features: Getting Your Bearings: These 8 two-page articles occur at major turning points of Scripture and help the reader stay on track Side Trips: Explore a known concept in greater depth or read about a topic for the first time Scenic Overlooks: Stunning visuals including maps, photos, infographics, and charts that aid in understanding the Bible text The Wayfinding Bibleuses the clear and understandable New Living Translation text. No library descriptions found. |
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I really love this Bible. I am currently taking the "flyover route". One thing that I really enjoy about this Bible is that it helps you to see the bigger picture of things. I love all of the historical information that is found in the infographics and in the notes that are on the top of most major stories. I also love that there are timelines of events and summaries at the beginning of each book. I would recommend this Bible to all ages. (