Study Bibles that Are Worthwhile

NIV Study Bible

I have had this the longest. I refer to it every week, but I use its insights the least. It is vanilla but not in a good way.

ESV Study Bible

This is the largest study bible that I own. It seems the most rigorous, but most of its energy goes into articles. It does point out the main point of each passage. That is the main reason I use a study bible in sermon preparation--to identify the main point of the passage.

Reformation Study Bible

This is all about reformed doctrine. Every passage is explained in terms of how it relates to doctrine as Ligonier Ministries sees it. It is worthwhile if you want or need that.

CSB Study Bible

This is my favorite study bible. I bought it for our home so that our kids can refer to it with a question. Every time I have a question, it refers to and explains the details of passage. No other study bible is as textual as this one and as insightful. I highly recommend this study bible.

Why do you need a study bible?

  • To answer a question. This is a basic reason to have a study bible. 
  • To identify the main point. Study bibles have limited space, so they get to the point quickly.
  • To evaluate your lesson, teaching, or sermon. You can refer to a study bible after you have studied the passage to make sure that you aren't creating some new meaning in the passage.

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