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Fantastic!!!
This book was wonderful.I saw myself over and over again.Angela has a wonderful way of saying what most feel.

Ahhhhh!!! Questions answered at last
All my life I've longed for the answers written within the pages of this book.Not only did I learn about beauty but I learnt how to love the not-so-beautiful experiences of my life. Above all, I leaned to be real!I am so thankful to Angela for being so frank.It was a sigh of relief to have so many questions that I've had all my Christian life....answered!

Perhaps the best book i've ever read
This book was amazing and i couldent put it down from beggining to end! Angela writes straight from the heart about everthing in the book and truly puts herself out there. As a young woman i could definitly relate completly to her and constantly find myself wanting someone to " tell me im beautiful". But throught the book i have learned that God is there to fill the spot for me, to call me beautiful! If only i had read this book earlier i know it would have without a doubt made my teen years so much easier. It a great book for adults and teens alike and i would recomend it to any woman, as i know we have all at one time or another felt the way that Angela described. ... Read more

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Character
I bought this book for use by a small Sunday School class and we found it to be pretty good.It got us to engage in some nice discussion.For our group we found that it didn't take long to do a lesson, but larger groups might make more of it than we did.I plan on getting another book in this same series and using it.

Awesome
I recommend this book to individuals and small group Bible studies who are serious in their relationship with Christ and who wants to get a closer walk with Him. ... Read more

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An Excellent Tool for Studying the Bible
With this book, anyone can tap into the Bible expertise of Kay Arthur and study through the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Originally the material in this book was only available in the Inductive Study Bible but now you can access it with this book--and use whatever Bible to study through the Scriptures.
Necessary tools for the Christian.
What ever your need in study guides, this is an excellant book to assist you in your fellowship studies. Use it while being helped or helping others. You will give it 5 stars also.

Might already have this book!
This is a great book, but if you alredy have the New Inductive Study Bible than you already have all the material in this book. I have the Bible and when I bought this book I was disapointed to find out it was all the same, but it still great as a gift. ... Read more

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Excellent Bible by Zondervan!
It wasn't until after I completed a thorough study of how Bibles are translated, i.e., formal versus dynamic equivalent, did I come to really appreciate just how good this Today's New International Version is.
More a paraphrase than a translation
In my opinion the TNIV strays too far from the original manuscripts it is based on.It is more a paraphrase than a translation.I prefer the NKJV, NIV, or NASB to this.

Zondervan Surprises
I am one of those who opposed the TNIV when it was released several years ago, largely because of the gender-neutral debate then raging. Two things worked to change my mind. One was actually reading the TNIV. It is a remarkably clear, lucid, and faithful translation into contemporary English. Second, I read D.A. Carson's The Inclusive-Language Debate: A Plea for Realism, and that completely turned me around. The question of gender in translation is largely one about grammatical and not sexual gender, and nothing pertaining to gender roles. I myself am a complementarian and I am completely comfortable with the TNIV's treatment of gender. It is a more gender-accurate, not gender-neutral treatment of the Hebrew and Greek scriptures.
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Ryrie Study Bible Best Study Bible I Own
I have a KJV Thompson Chain Reference Bible and an NIV Study Bible.The Ryrie Study Bible is the best study bible I have owned. The NASB version, unlike some of the reviews I read prior to purchase, is not obscure and difficult to understand, it is just different.I learned in a history of the Bible class recently that the NASB is one of the closest to the original Greek, Hebrew and Aramaic.I find it easier than the KJV.Now - to the study aspects.I have never owned a bible that provided an outline/summary throughout each chapter.This is very helpful as it puts the reader on notice of the upcoming topics and spiritual themes as they read.The notes at the bottom are also very helpful and the overall design allows one to easily make notes as they study.I give this Bible an A+ and will probably wear it out.You will not be disappointed with this one!

Doctrinal Notes in Most Accurate Translation
Though the NASB translation lacks some of the beauty of the KJV or the NKJV, those versions lack the NASB's accuracy and contemporary language, it's a trade-off.(The NASB is based on older, closer-to-the-original Greek texts that the KJV translators just did not have access to in their day.)Regarding the notes part of this Bible, Ryrie is a dispensationalist not a covenentalist, so the notes reflect a more literal than allegorical approach, where Israel means Israel (not the Church) and where 1000 years means 1000 years.Ryrie is well-respected for his systematic theology (see his book 'Basic Theology' for laypeople), and this Bible is a great tool for grounding a person in the faith.

One of the best study Bibles.
I bought my first Ryrie Study Bible, New American Standard version, in 1979. I took it through Bible college, seminary, and have used it for reading and for my Biblical studies until now, it is worn and tattered.
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OK study guide
This is an OK study guide on Romans. The commentary is rather superficial. Much better resources are now available today. Check out, for example, the commentaries by Osborne in IVP New Testament Commentary Series and Moo in NIV Application Commentary Series. See also Paul for Everyone (Romans) by Tom Wright.

Great study book, bad translation of the Bible
I did this study a few years ago when Tyndale published the NIV version of the study. So when I went looking for the next study to use in the Adult Bible Study class I teach at my church on Sundays, I thought of this one. A must use study guide for those on the go
I was very impressed with the style and ease of the guide. Wether a bible student or just wanting to know more about God's word, this study guide is perfect for anyone, especially those on the go.Read more

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Knowing the Basics
This study will literally put you on the same page as a majority in the evangelical community.Only too often we think we know what the terms used in biblical truths mean.It is only when we examine the scriptures associated with the terms are we able to properly connect with other Christians using the same terms.The use of this bible study is timeless and is well worth the investment in time and its cost.

Basically sound, but ponderous, lay study guide
The Introduction For Students and Teachers suggests this 322-page, 52-chapter doctrinal guide should be completed in one year, but accomplishing this feat would require the teacher and student to approach the topical outlines in only the most superficial way. Excellent
This book is an excelent book in studying and learning the principles of the bible.It has 52 lessons to work through and gives both the room to make notes and coments.Also this book will give you the verses and the ability incorporate the bible into your daily life. ... Read more

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Premier Study Bible...wish it came in NKJV...
-Excellent study Bible with great C.C. Ryrie notes though not as extensive (especially in-text) as other study Bibles. Available with good (not great)binding (nice, supple leather, durable) options. Unfortunately, does not come in NKJV. Dispensational & irenic in outlook. Great in-text maps and charts. Best part of this Bible is the extensive theology treatises at the end of the book written in very understandable language, based on Ryrie's classic text "Basic Theology".
Easy to read...
Big words to help my eyes, cross references at the bottom, and in conjunction with a good Reference book can help you find the word of God that you are looking for in a snap.

Unconditionally Recommended Bible
This is my first new bible in 20 years, and I wish I had not waited so long. My old bible is the NIV Thompson Chain Reference, and this is a refreshing change. I highly recommend it. ... Read more

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Women of Worth and Balanced Living
Women of Worth and Balanced Living are both superb studies for Chrisitan women accountability groups.Women of Worth's focus is on affirming the intrinsic value of women and our unique worth in the eyes of the Father.Balanced Living fleshes out how Chrisitan women can find fulfillment and joy in all areas of life.It's all about perspective.When one's spiritual gaze is directed vertically toward God, then balance can be achieved in one's horizontal relationships and responsibilities.Thus, we are freed from the tyranny of the urgent and able to live life passionately.Women of Worth and Balanced Living are wonderful companion studies.The questions generate excellent discussion and focus on relational aspects, thereby paving the way for honest, transparent conversation.I highly recommend both studies. ... Read more

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Great for Devotional/ Bible Study Group
My Bible study group just picked up this book to review, and we've all really liked it.It's spawned many deep conversations and discussions about the topics within it.As the title suggests, it has definitely given me a more intimate relationship with my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!I highly recommend! ... Read more

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Examination by an owner of the first Defender's Bible
I imagine that some people are wondering what's different about the New Defender's (ND) compared to the original Defender's (OD). Here is my examination.
Magnum Opus of Dr. Henry Morris
This study Bible is the lifetime achievement of the late Dr. Henry Morris of Creation Research in California.This edition is the 2nd edition that is several hundred pages longer and more comprehensive. He finished this work before he died and it is a work of art.The notes essentially are intelligent and fair commentaries on the Text of the KJV Bible, which text is set in easy to read format.The entire Bible is reader friendly and contemporary in visual appearance.The page notes under the text are detailed and comprehensive, not copying any other Study Bible.There is limited scientific vocabulary referring to weaknesses of pantheism and evolutionary theory, but Dr. Morris shines in his comments on New Age, cults, End-times [financial global controls-James chapter 5] etc.After the Bible text notes are dozens of pages of commentary on World Religions and currect issues.The entire project is well-done, and any conservative-oriented theological student will be pleased.It is not a legalistic approach, but definitely a straightforward and no-compromise approach with deep intelligence [Dr. Morris had 3 Doctorates].

Amazing!Now my main Study Bible!
These days it seems few people prefer the King James Version.But is seems to be a fact that the best Bible scholars are the ones that grew up back in the day reading and memorizing the King James.You may prefer the NIV for casual reading, but please don't miss out on this easy to understand, conservative, wonderful Study Bible just because it's the KJV!If you love the Word of God, You will love this Bible!Check out this example:
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