Outstanding! The ESV Study Bible is a treasure—a beautiful volume, filled with a wealth of resources. It will be just as useful for the seminarian and long-time pastor as it will be accessible to the brand-new Christian." Now the birth of u Jesus Christ 5 took place in this way . v When his mother Mary had been betrothed 6 to Joseph , before they came together she was found to be with child w from the Holy Spirit . 19 And her husband Joseph , being a just man and unwilling x to put her to shame , resolved to divorce her quietly . 20 But as he considered these things , behold , y an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream , saying , “ Joseph , son of David , do not fear to take Mary as your wife , for that which is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit . 21 She will bear a son , and z you shall call his name Jesus , a for he will save his people from their sins . ” 22 b All this took place c to fulfill what the Lord had spoken by the prophet : The Bible is the authority on what is right and what is wrong. If you don’t take the time to study the Bible, you won’t know the difference between the two. Lines will become blurred and you will find yourself compromising God’s Truth. Graeme Goldsworthy ,Former Lecturer in Old Testament, Biblical Theology, and Hermeneutics, Moore Theological College Making the decision to receive Jesus is life-changing. Getting to know Him better is done through Bible study, constant prayer, and worship. Equipping yourself with a good study Bible can help you understand the scripture as read it.

b “ Remember c the law of my servant Moses , the statutes and rules 1 that I commanded him at Horeb for all Israel . The ESV comes in various editions including a Study Bible, and is often used in diglots with other languages. It has also been anglicised for the British market. In 2011 the ESV was selected by the Catholic Church for its lectionary in English speaking countries. Sample verse The definitive clarity and beauty of the ESV Study Bible is extraordinary. In a world where words are distorted to mean anything, it is wonderful to have complete confidence in the reliability and truth of the Bible—so clearly and persuasively demonstrated by this world-class team of Bible scholars and teachers. For everyone who wants to understand God’s Word in a deeper way, the ESV Study Bible is an outstanding resource. I will be an avid user!" Almost all study Bibles are what is known as "application" Bibles, meaning they feature commentary,character studies, maps, charts, and detailed book introductions designed to help readers apply biblical principles in practical ways. Other Bibles serve as "quest" studies, which are meant to assist readers in their search to find answers to some of life's most pressing questions.

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Quality Production:All editionsfeature a smyth-sewn binding, with TruTone and leather editions featuring additional ribbon markers, gilding,and a lifetime guarantee which means , God f with us ) . 24 When Joseph woke from sleep , he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him : he took his wife , 25 but knew her not until she had given birth to a son . And g he called his name Jesus . The Visit of the Wise Men

Free Reading Plans. Make Scripture reading a habit with dozens of Bible reading plans featuring content from well-known Bible teachers such as Jen Wilkin, Paul Tripp, Charles Spurgeon, Nancy Guthrie, Kevin DeYoung, Gloria Furman, and more. New reading plans are added every month. John Piper , Founder and Teacher, desiringGod.org; Chancellor, Bethlehem College & Seminary; author, Desiring God But when Herod died , behold , an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt , 20 saying , “ Rise , take the child and his mother and go to the land of Israel , for d those who sought the child’s life are dead . ” 21 And he rose and took the child and his mother and went to the land of Israel . 22 But when he heard that Archelaus was reigning over Judea in place of his father Herod , he was afraid to go there , and e being warned in a dream he withdrew to the district of Galilee . 23 And he went and lived in a city called f Nazareth , g so that what was spoken by the prophets might be fulfilled , that he would be called a Nazarene . John the Baptist Prepares the Way Most study Bibles have maps that give you visual locations so you can deepen your study. There are also other features that vary for each Bible.

Then I will draw near to you for judgment . I will be q a swift witness against the sorcerers , against the adulterers , against those who swear falsely , against those r who oppress the hired worker in his wages , s the widow and the fatherless , against those who thrust aside the sojourner , and do not fear me , says the L ord of hosts . Robbing God

This personal size ESV Study Bible is 5.375 x 8.375 in size. A study Bible doesn’t have to big and bulky. This is a perfect study Bible to take on the go.It’s available in a few other designs if you want a different look. These are our favorite Study Bibles in the English Standard Version. If you have a favorite ESV Study Bible, we’d love to hear what it is. Leave us a comment below to share your experience. We love hearing from our readers so we can provide the best products. The ESV Study Bible, released in October 2008, has received tremendous awards and praise. It ranks at the top of our list for its reputation as one of the most comprehensive Bibles ever published. Teachers and scholars like John Piper, Mark Driscoll, R. Albert Mohler Jr., and R. Kent Hughes endorse this study Bible version of the English Standard Bible. Deciding what ESV study Bible you want is a very important decision. Everyone learns at different levels. One person may prefer more detailed maps while another person may want an in-depth commentary. Robust Bible Resources:Includes 200+ charts and timelines, 240+ full-color maps and illustrations, 50+ topical theology articles, 120 Bible character profiles, and moreListen. Stream multiple free audio recordings of the whole Bible, including a brand-new reading from award-winning singer and songwriter Kristyn Getty (internet connection required). R. Albert Mohler Jr. , President and Centennial Professor of Christian Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary The ESV Bible app was designed to be the most beautiful and intuitive Bible app available. The app includes free resources such as multiple audio Bibles, interactive reading plans, and free access to the full ESV Global Study Bible. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”– 2 Timothy 3:16 NIV

And after the deportation to Babylon : p Jechoniah was the father of q Shealtiel , 4 and r Shealtiel the father of Zerubbabel , 13 and Zerubbabel the father of Abiud , and Abiud the father of Eliakim , and Eliakim the father of Azor , 14 and Azor the father of Zadok , and Zadok the father of Achim , and Achim the father of Eliud , 15 and Eliud the father of Eleazar , and Eleazar the father of Matthan , and Matthan the father of Jacob , 16 and Jacob the father of s Joseph the husband of Mary , of whom Jesus was born , who is called Christ . It was produced by evangelical scholars looking to produce a modern, readable, literal and accurate translation, yet one that stands in the tradition of the King James Version of 1611 (also know as the Authorised Version). It is a new edition of the Bible, first printed in 2001 byCrossway Bibles and revised recently in 2011. It is also a revision of the 1971 edition of the Revised Standard Version (RSV). Being equipped to stand for God takes discipline. We can’t get to know someone if we don’t put the time into knowing them. Publication of any commentary or other Bible reference work produced for commercial sale that uses the English Standard Version must include written permission for use of the ESV text.b “ I baptize you with water c for repentance , but d he who is coming after me is mightier than I , whose sandals I am not worthy to carry . He will baptize you e with the Holy Spirit and f fire . 12 His g winnowing fork is in his hand , and he will clear his threshing floor and h gather his wheat into the barn , i but the chaff he will burn with j unquenchable fire . ” The Baptism of Jesus h In those days i John the Baptist came preaching in j the wilderness of Judea , 2 k “ Repent , for l the kingdom of heaven is at hand . ” 1 3 For this is he who was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah when he said , So all the generations from Abraham to David were fourteen generations , and from David to the deportation to Babylon fourteen generations , and from the deportation to Babylon to t the Christ fourteen generations . The Birth of Jesus Christ The scope and theological faithfulness of theESV Study Bible study notes is breathtaking.”—John Piper