The Best Bible?! Bible Review & My Bible Collection, Premium Bibles, Bible Translations, Etc! 

The best Bible is the one you will actually read. The one you can understand. The one that brings the excitement of the Word into your life 🥰

I found a Bible at a thrift store locally. It was a wide margined NASB and picked it up for $10.....there was a name inside, i found the person online and he is local so we struck up a friendship. He is a Pastor and has a lot of hand written notes in there, It has helped me in my study immensely

‘Not in need of the perfect Bible but in need of a Saviour’. Such a good message thank you!💛

The first Bible I ever had was a very old, falling apart, compact Bible that came from a rubbish dump. It had pages missing here and there, but I was born again from reading that Bible....so yes, it's true, you don't need a fancy, high-end Bible in order to be saved!!! ❤️👍

I completely understand where she is coming from and she makes valid points. The most important thing is to pick up and read your Bible. However, there is nothing wrong with liking premium or higher cost bibles or the features they offer. It’s also ok and normal to want good binding/covers and not want your Bible to fall apart. Some of us want to keep our bibles for many years and would like it to stay intact. When I learned about premium bibles it opened my eyes up to new features that I felt would make reading and studying more enjoyable. For example, I really liked Schuyler’s layout and font. It looked like it would be easy to read and was just very pleasant. I wouldn’t have to struggle to read the text. I made a list of all the things I wanted in a Bible and I was sure I would have to save up to buy a premium bible. I prayed and God showed me Thomas Nelson’s sovereign line that had everything I wanted for

Girl, girl, girl!!!! I am so glad you said IT, thank you. I have been saying it for years. I got my first Bible when I was 13 and it is so raggedy, and my second Bible is almost as done as the first. One time I purchased a Bible that was $98 on sale, I needed the large print,(glasses). But there is no more room to take any notes in it, and the fancy bible journaling and tip-ins wasn't in at that time. Well I said all of that to say this, I am now 65yrs young going on 45(smile) and I buy two new Bibles every year, one for reading and listening and meditation and the other a good study Bible to mark up like crazy. Over the years the notes and teaching always change depending on where I am in life and how I have matured in Gods Word over time. The Bible translations Did Not Matter.(not yelling, just excited) The Bible is about learning who God is and who we are in Him, and needing a saviour Jesus Christ, and learning to be sensitive to the Holy Spirit as he is the teacher and comforter who leads us into all truths. I will never pay over $50 for any Bible or study resource unless I need it or just have to have it. Sorry I am long with this, but girl I wish we could talk. I watch you all the time, I've watch most of all you old videos, and I love them and you, you bring it. You are a keep it real girl whose head is not in a cloud and your feet are firmly planted on the ground. I like that you can go deep and bring it back to the surface without losing any one. You keep it up, you are doing an excellent job. Oh, I also love it when you crack me up you are so funny and fun. Give your hubby a big thank you for being a great spiritual man of God over his wife and family, because without it girl the silly in some of us can get out of control (real). Thank you again for the good clean real fun in the Word of God. Blessings

Great advice re: consuming the Bibles we already have around the house! "Stop collecting Bibles and consume the ones you already have!" Love this video!

Any Bible is great when you are younger & your eyes are still….young. I’m in my late 50’s & some of the “nicer” Bibles have better paper & bigger print. I spend more time in it because I can see the words better, I’m not fighting ghosting or tiny print. I do however write all over my Bible. I have no problem writing in it & putting tabs in it if I want. Post it’s everywhere. It’s my connection to God. I use it like a workbook to learn.

I settled on NKJV in large print with a leather cover. It's my favorite book I own.

Love, love, love this video. I was becoming a collector and could relate to when you said you won't read it, that was me. I gave away two bibles after I bought two and said that's it! Now it's more important that I get in God's word more and collect time with Him. I appreciate the sincerity in your truth of this video. God bless!

So last night I went down a rabbit hole looking at your old videos.. 🤭🤭 I just want to say I love how humble and honest you are. I love how you are exactly the same person from your first video 4 years ago to now. 🥰 God bless you for everything you do! ❤❤❤

Love this video. I love how you stressed the point that it's not about which bible, it's about what you do with the bible that you have. Great message.

This hit home so deeply for me! I'm new to picking up the bible and I wish I came across this video sooner! I spent so many agonizing days researching and trying to pick the best bible 😭 You've lifted this pressure off of me after watching this and I thank God for guiding me to your channel! Subscribed!! Thank you! 🙏❤

I absolutely love your energy and excitement! The fact that you are bringing that here for us all to see for our Father is awesome! Thanks sis!

Wow - this channel is so helpful! When everyone is tearing down pastors and focusing on their demise, you’re giving tools to believers so they can hopefully GROW! I’m so glad you landed in my feed. I just put a study Bible in my “cart” that you recommended. So looking forward to it.

Amen sister! With help from the Holy Spirit I am learning to understand God’s word! The Bible makes sense the more you read it! Thank you Faith! You are a great blessing!!❤️✝️

Well I’m catholic. I read just started reading my dad’s new bible he just got and now I’m hooked. It’s the didache ignatius bible w/ the catechism of the Catholic Church commentaries. And each verse or line by line on the bottom of each page is an understanding for everything in a breed but still yet simple test that’s not confusing but still short and sweet. That bible ranges from $50-$70. Great study bible

Yes I don’t have to buy a new journaling Bible or get another translation… I just have to start reading! thanks for the video!

I needed this video. Since becoming I Christian in 2010 I've been searching for the "perfect bible" and I've been collecting and never "finding" the perfect one. But this video truly opened my eyes. Thank you ❤

Thank you so much for this! For years I’ve been buying Bible after Bible seeking the perfect Bible but honestly my motive was getting closer to God. Somewhere along my Christian walk, I got the idea that the perfect Bible would get me closer to God. This video really opened my eyes! I probably have more than 30 now. I’m realizing now that I had what I needed to seek God all along. Thank you so much

This is a fantastic video!! Loved all the points you made. We should be asking ourselves "What is my motive for buying THIS Bible? Is it to look good or is it to grower closer to God?" I remember when I was a kid and I asked someone why our church used the Bible translation we used. And they said because it was the most accurate (or something along those lines). So I was scared to try different translations. Then we attended a different church and they were using NIV so I started reading that translation. But, thanks to you, I am using the ESV translation and I am very happy with it. I still have my older Bibles too that I can use as well

I needed to hear this Faith. Thank you so much. ❤️🙏🏽

Girl. 😃I have watched a lot of your videos and I don't think I have ever commented on any of them before, but when you said not to just collect the Bibles but to use them, and you're talking about the money people spend, that deserved a big ole' AMEN! I just couldn't not say that. I'm not someone who wants to do all the crafty stuff in my Bible and, honestly, I don't get all the coloring and stuff that people do, which is very pretty to look at, for sure. I'm glad it adds some zest to your time in the word. It would all just get in my way visually and spatially since I like to write and I like to write a lot, so that's where I put my energy. But because I do, I'm always trying to be on the watch for a Bible that will give me writing space (ain't nobody got the money for buy and try, thank you). I too want just ONE main Bible, which is what I am now working toward. My KJV and NKJV are just blasts from the past at this point in my life. I'm glad we're doing better these days. My NIV study Bible is too big because I want to be able to carry it with me. My NLT is not a preferred translation for regular use, so while it has decent margins, I don't see myself writing in it. My Amplified is one of my faves and gets lots of use, but I realized that it's better for study as I want to be able to just go with the rhythm of the words sometimes, so my ESV is my new main for the moment until I can find a journaling one. I think an ESV/AMP parallel with margin space would be the Holy Grail! 💃💃 😄 But I won't invest in anything new until next year because I want to know I have read all of my Bibles in their entirety before I get a new one. I'll then transfer my most important notes to whichever new one I land on for NEXT year, which is 2024 at this point. At the moment, I am making an ongoing list of what I do and don't want and just watching and patiently waiting. (I'll talk to God about it too pretty soon. 😉) Anyway, thanks for a video that focuses on the function of the Bible you're reviewing and not just how pretty the cover and/or pictures are. It's hard to get to see the insides of some of these on Amazon or other sites.

Thank you for this video. I have actually purchased 3 Bibles in the last 10 days. I needed to hear exactly what you just said. Thank you again!!!

Thank you faith for making this video❤️. It needed to be made and said. I totally agree with you, I own different translations I always go back to my KJV sword Bible. And you're right there's no perfect Bible. God bless you❤️🌹.

I actually have majority of the Translation for years I loved the MSG version but recently I came to love the CSB version. I also during COVID purchased a plethora of women study bibles. Recently I got into journaling so the this past week during recovery from surgery I finally bought two journaling Bibles one in KJV and other in NLT. I do like the ESV as well. I just like collecting Bibles now. My favorite one out of them all would be the CSB rose gold and I engraved my name on it.

This video really helped me a lot, I had thrown away my old bibles because I was slowly giving up, but something told me to click this video& when I was giving up god was truly there

This is so awesome! Thank you Faith for breaking it all down simply and honestly. Have a blessed day~Hope

Paster Joe says the perfect bible is the one you pick up and read 📚 praying for you and your family thank you so much for your ministry that reached me here in Durban South Africa 🇿🇦

I totally agree with this video, but also to be careful about the notes, we need to be lead by the Holy Spirit.

Wonderful video Faith, I found myself collected Bible and it really made it harder for me to study the Bible. Everyday I was using a different translation. I now only use two and write in both.

Thanks for this reminder. I do find myself watching premium bible reviews and feeling like I need one. I have a few bibles and different translations. I have everything I need to bible study.

I absolutely love what you've shared today! You are so right about it's not the Bible that saves you but Jesus. And it confirms what God has been telling me for a while now... it's the Holy Spirit that teaches, not the translation, or notes, it's God Himself communicating with our spirits through His Holy Spirit. That's what makes us grow and reflect our Lord and Savior.

Love this!! I just bought a new Bible after using my college study bible for probably 15 years! I still use my old study Bible almost every day but felt like I needed a new one to start fresh in a new season in my life. I felt so guilty buying a new one just because it's like, "Do I really need a new Bible?" But I did get it on sale for $22, so I thought why not. It's VERY easy to look at Bible reviews and Bible journaling videos and get into the thinking that "oh, I need to have the exact same Bible she has, and I need to make my Bible look beautiful with notes!" But I have to correct that thinking real quick because it's just another way to get distracted from God.

You hit the nail on the head. Thank you for this video. I stumbled on it by chance and you blew me away (Sorry, English is not my first language, and I am trying to translate as best as I can).

Thank you, Faith. Very well stated. God bless y'all 🌺🙏

Thank you so much Faith, I didn’t know how much I needed to hear this until you said it. ❤️

I just read from 3 different translations: AMP, ERV / CSB & NLT ….I learnt just yesterday from a Pastor on another Christian Channel to avoid the Message Bible & Passion Translation (which was interesting) …yes I totally get it ..keeping loads of bible (collection) can happen when your trying to find that “perfect” bible....when all we need is to meet our perfect God in the Bible. Really enjoyed this video !

This was so good. I have main Bible that I use. When I am struggling with a verse, I enjoy reading different translations to help with my understanding.

Thank you for making this video. It was both useful and interesting. I particularly liked how you put the different translations on a scale from literal correspondence to dynamic equivalence. I absolutely agree that we need a perfect saviour and not a perfect Bible translation. A perfect saviour would extend God's gracious offer of salvation to all people not just a preselected group. God bless you all your family.😇

Hi, Faith. I'm not a frequent commentor but I do watch some of your videos and I want to say thank you for this one. I can get so caught up in watching Bible reviews and wanting this Bible then and that Bible next. I admit I have been a translation snob many times. I want very much to have an everything Bible where I put all my notes into one Bible rather than having 3 to 5 Bibles sitting on my desk. I went through mine a few weeks ago and was able to give some to my family who in turn gave some to a friend. Now I just need to remember that it's not the physical appearance, but the Word of Life that matters and choose my everything Bible. Thanks!

Thank you for this. I got caught up into buying as many expensive bibles as possible and realized how gluttonous I’ve been. I’ve settled the Esv and CSB and most the time just find myself with my study Bible Esv but that wanting more and more is a big factor. Thank you so much for this :) praise Jesus for by him we are all saved through grace by faith. God bless anyone who’s readings this.

Thank you, thank you Faith !! I love this video on so many levels !!

So true on the collecting of things. Your videos are amazinggggg

I love premium bibles. I read all of my bibles, premium or not. It is a joy to collect different ones. Bible reviewers have been really helpful for me. Just my view.

I was just thinking of what Bible to get! How wonderful! Timely advice is lovely, like golden apples in a silver basket. Proverbs 25:11 😉

This was so perfect for me right now. I only have a "free" Bible I got from my church as a new member and I actually really like it. It's a NLT and it is easy for me to understand. I was wondering if I needed to get another Bible, but didn't know what kind. I also have a Bible study program I am using as a guide and I picked up the Bible dictionary you recommended (wow, this is a great resource!). So far, so good!

I love this video. Thank you for all of the work you put into your content. God is really using you In awesome ways. God is so good! ❤️✝️

I have a KJV and almost all modern translations but the one I read and take notes in is the NIV I got in 2012. I use most of the others as reference and this year I’m doing a book by book read the Bible in a year plan and I’m using a different translation every month. I’m enjoying familiarizing myself with the other translations but the NIV and ESV are my two favorite translations. My NIV has a special place in my heart because it’s the Bible that made me love reading the Bible so I’m spiritually and emotionally attached to it. It’s the one that really speaks to me. Thanks for the video

10:10 I love the NASB, ESV AND NKJV. I have all three but I may get an intertwined Bible only just to takes notes in. Using a journal is ok but it would be daunting for me to try to go find a particular note you I wanted later.

Good video. I've been told and often say myself that the best Bible is the one you actually use. It's good to use our "favorite" translation with an open mind and study the input of other versions and translations to widen our understanding. I think that's what you're saying and that's what I encourage you and others to do, Blessings!

Well, now I’m crying. I’m so thankful for the work you do.

I love this video! I have OCD, and it can get very expensive watching Bible reviewers touting the praises of certain Bibles. VERY expensive! In the end, it comes down to if you aren’t going to read it and use it on a steady basis-you probably should not buy it!

Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. I listen to the word…by audio..in a few versions I’m not a great reader … I know others are…. Bless

Wow just wow..... I'm blown away at the last part my heart just warmed up❤️❤️❤️💖💝💝💖

Ok I have to say. I loved your style before. But this video made me truly adore you and your spirit. The passion and bare honesty. Thank you so much.

Faith, Faith, Faith...while I totally get where you're coming from in your vid regarding premium Bibles and how some seem more interested in the Bible and it's construction and features over actually using it, there are those (and I'm including myself in that ) who do enjoy a top quality premium Bible...or two...or three! ;) If you've never had one, like a Schuyler Quentel in a luxurious goatskin cover with amazing paper and layout that will last a lifetime, then you might not fully understand why some are so drawn to owning these high end Bibles. I have several, and I do use most of them...even marking in several. In fact, I hope to pass these Bibles on to my grandkids one day...and where my faux leather, trutone, or hardback Bibles will most likely be falling apart or coming unbound to where they may become so fragile to even handle some day, a good premium Bible will remain useable for the long haul through my lifetime and that of my grandkids. Yes, some people get carried away and may be trying to fill some hole in their soul with way more expensive premium Bibles than they'll ever be able to use, they could be collecting something else which offers no opportunity to encounter God's Word. Just my 2 cents.

Lol🤣🤣🤣 I love the fact that you keep it real thanks for sharing this

Thank you so much for this video! This explains multiple translations so well.

I love the fact you have you keep you Bible which has your notes. I have a KJV with Commentary and maps I like. Started using it for my micro notes. Just got a NIV journal Bible, hoping to have more note keeping space.. Since watching this video I am questioning my decision to buy the NIV journal Bible.

Thank you, Faith. I'm guilty of wanting the perfectly accurate, leather bound, premium Bible. You are absolutely right. I have a hard time with the Bible because I treat it like a piece of china. I'm going to get one of the less expensive Bibles and not worry about translation, or the binding. Thank you, I feel freed up! 💜

The Bible translation that you should read: IS THE ONE YOU'LL READ!!! It was the best advice I got when contemplating the main/reading Bible I wanted to use. I was using the NKJV/KJV in my first few years... Then changed over to the NASB. But, this year, I researched all about the CSB, as I love the HCSB. But, as the HCSB is no longer in print. When I started listening to the CSB through audio. It's like the Bible suddenly came alive to me and I didn't want to stop listening to it 😊!!! I love that the CSB is both accurate and readable and it's officially my main Bible. For studying and better clarity I love using: AMP, NLT, NASB, NIV, etc... I love using the KJV for poetic purposes and hand lettering! For Church and travelling, I have a pocket size CSB (legit the Bible fits in my pants/skirt pockets). But, I've also thought to just use my phone Bible app that has all the translations. And to just bring a pen and blank paper for note taking. I'm a minimalist at heart and I love to travel light.

How cute and humble you are Faith. I wrote to you b4 u finished. "There is no perfect bible" and if "you took out a verse out of context, it is because It spoke to you, and God knows" awwww. Thank u

Just found your channel, SO thrilled to listen to your great overview on this controversial topic! I love your exuberance and animated way of explaining your background experience and familiarity. What always comes to mind when I ‘meet’ a new brother or sister Christian is that we’re going to know each other for eternity with our AWESOME Savior and all the saints! Imagine going up to Matthew or John and chatting with them for hours or days(?) on how the Holy Spirit moved them to write their portion of scripture! Blows my mind that that’s what Jesus did for us on the cross, what a humbling and incredible truth. Thanks for your beautiful efforts to bring all your viewers closer to our amazing God!!

I'm read the Jerusalem Bible now for decades and love it more as I go along. It's smack in the middle of the translation continuum and is super readable. Give it a try!

Premium bibles have a place, I like them better. Nothing wrong with the cheapest or most premium. Get one and study it. I will say a premium bible will absolutely hold up better than a $15 bible. Translation is same but the premium one will last and last and last.

In all honesty my most used Bible is my Bible app. If I want to change translations or compare translations it's super easy. The best part is I never run out of room to write my notes and it never wears out. A huge plus is that it is almost always with me.

Ty so much,i was being thrown for a loop,as to what bible to buy,i have my study bibles i just wanted a nice bible i can put my notes and really put it to use.your channel has blessed me so much im relieved,i joined a bilble journaling group and i have been blessed with their ideas,but buying a bible has been overwhelming.I googled ypur bible and its exactly what im looking for,i can seriously cry,i love you,and your channel so much!May God bless you ten fold for blessing so many of us with so much knowledge and truth❤😊

I grew up in a house that had only KJVs in it. I bet you can guess how often they were opened. When I finally bought my own Bible many years later, I bought that NIV Archaeology Bible...and it's still my favorite. (I'm a history nerd too.) 🤓 I have a bit of a collection from thrift stores and online sales. I figured I'd read a different translation every year and see what they were all like. But then I bought Your Bible...the ESV one...and I really am liking that one! 😊 So for the moment I'm making my way thru that.

I like using the kjv!!! The more you read it! The easier it is to understand!! ❤

I got an interleaved ESV Bible for a wedding gift. I genuinely burst into tears especially since my mother in law got it for me and she took what she knew I’d want. My husband and my sister in law told her for at least 3 years.

Thank you so much for this video. I wanted just to hear your opinion and I was blessed by the end. May God continue to bless you, and your family.

I come from the trades, I see the value in quality. If I buy a tool I don't want it to break when I need it, then buy another cheap one to replace it... again and again. Me spending more upfront on something quality saves me more in the long run, plus then I can hand it down to my sons. Why not for something so much more important like God's word? What's the real difference between "consuming" a $50 bible every couple years or spending $200 on one that will last you a generation? I have a couple bibles that will most likely last me a lifetime of use and then be handed down to my sons, I see great value in that and I hope my sons will as well when they receive them.

I would never give up my NKJV in 3:27. I've had it since November 1994 and it's pretty ragged, but I've got all my notes, etc. in it. I can't let that go!!

Loved this episode! The perfect Bible is the one in which you read and learn God's Word. You are spot-on about the premium Bibles. I love reading through a different Bible every year because I like reading different translations and notes. I get Bibles on sale at online sites. Maybe a premium Bible would be good if someone plans to pass down their Bible within their family. But those tiny paper mites will eat the paper of premium Bibles, too!

This video is great!! Everyone should watch this before picking a bible. I'm in seminary as well, and use the NRSV with a NLT when I get stuck. I bought a premium bible and started having buyers remorse when I found myself not using it.

I only give KJV Bible only to family and friends

Thankyou for this~ seeing other youtuber having hundreds of bibles n bunch of premiums one actually stress me out before~ it is not influencing me right~ just feel so wrong~ not because i cant afford it, but i dont know how to put it since english isnt my first language, it just rubs me the wrong way~ i also fall into the category of ‘collecting’ instead of really just appreciates n truly dig in those bible i already have~ im not against premium bible, just against the culture of collecting massive amount of bibles

Faith, I just rewatched this video. What a sweet reminder that we don't need to buy multiple bibles and resources. I personally have tons of bibles and different translations at home. Thank you for the reminder to use what we have and our salvation isn't in our Bible. ❤

Amen! This is exactly what I NEEDED to hear TODAY! Thank you for this TRUTH!

I recommend the King James Authorized Version. It originated in Antioch, the modern translations come from Alexandria. I don't care so much about the leather or color. When I first started out I would just listen on my phone when I'd go to bed. If you're new to the Bible, the best books to read are the Pauline epistles, Romans through Philemon.

I agree there isn't a perfect Bible and I have multiple translations. That being said I do have an ESV Schuyler Quentel Premium Bible and I truly enjoy it, I take it with me everywhere, it's in my purse and is easy to read when I wear my glasses or don't wear them. I purchased it when I got promoted. I'm also of the age where my son's are out of the house and I don't have the expenses I did in my 20 or 30s. I've had it for 5 years and you can tell I use it. Please be careful how you say things about buying premium Bibles because someone could purchase 10 different Bibles that cost them 20.00 each so they've spent 200.00 on Bibles and they just collect dust or they could spend 100.00 on a Bible that they read every day and meditate on . The point I'm trying to make is don't put yourself in debt even if there all being used.

I really enjoyed this video. I have many different translations, but the most important thing is that I read the Bible, and wait on the Spirit to reveal what God is saying to me. Thank you.

Thank you so much. I am so tired of people/ influencers insinuating that we need this or that premium Bible. The best Bible is one that we will read. ❤

The Bible that I use the most is my NIV because I have years worth of notes in it, and I’ve started adding plain paper for extra note-taking room as Faith has done in her Bible. This particular Bible is a Ryrie Study Bible, and it is held together with duct tape and a bungee cord to keep it from falling apart. I will never give up this Bible because I see my Christian walk on almost every page. That being said, I also have a Daily Walk Chronological NIV that I am going to use when I am reading my Bible as opposed to studying my Bible. I heard someone once say that the “best” Bible is a Bible that you will actually read.

I love watching all your videos. I’ve been trying to find a good study Bible for an adult beginner. I say that because I did go to church as a child but didn’t have my own bible until I graduated from high school and was given a NKJV from my pastor. I’m looking for a new bible to get more in depth understanding. I’m okay with NIV, CSB or the NLT but I’m so overwhelmed with all the different ones - INcourage, she reads truth, life application and I just heard about the one step closer Bible. I wish I could take you shopping with me to just help me narrow it down lol. This will be a hefty purchase for me which I’m fine with, but I want to make sure I’m getting one that I will understand but can grow with. Can you please help me

i watched a bunch of study bible video's and yours is possibly the best. you covered alot of ground,both serious and funny but on point. wish there was more comparison between the reformation study,macarthur study, esv study and life app study,trying to decide which one next and i got 7 already. but im honestly trying not to buy too many. thank you so much.

I agree with you sooo much that a Bible is to be USED and I WANT my Bible to show that I’ve spent time in it. I also have one Bible that I use for my study notes and I want ALL my notes in that Bible. I do have a number of other Bibles that I use for different purposes, such as one is used to record actual Bible Lessons, one I use to record personal testimony and how I can relate to what the scriptures are saying, one is used for morning devo and written prayers, and still others are my artistic expression of what spoke to me at that time. All in all, my hope is to leave my Bibles as a legacy of who I really am and what God taught me, for generations that follow. Love your videos ❤️

This is going to be lengthy haha I hope this helps you “understand” premium bibles. I don’t know why you talk down on expensive bibles. I never met a person who said that someone has to have a premium Bible. I’ve never met a person who thought they got extra points with God because of it. I’ve never met someone who bought premium bibles and never used them. Never met a person who thought their goatskin cover brought them salvation. 😂😂😂😂😅😅😅 thick ribbons are better at doing what they’re supposed to do: flipping pages open with them. Paper won’t fall out because it’s stitched. Paper is opaque (thus expensive) which allows me to read LONGER without sore eyes from the severe page “ghosting” of cheap bibles. Leather won’t split or peel, because it’s quality material. That’s why they’re bought… because it lasts. Because it’s quality material… There’s a reason yours are falling apart and my R.L. Allan, Cambridge, etc isn’t even showing any signs of aging. Not everyone wants their bibles to fall apart. Unless you think a worn bible makes you look “cool” or something. It’s junk materials. If you use your Bible HEAVILY, the premium market was literally created FOR that very reason. I don’t even make much money at my job. It’s an investment that’s worth it to ME. My take on it is this: if I’m going to be reading and taking notes in my Bible EVERYDAY, I want it to last as long as possible. I’m saving money in the long run by paying $250 for an R.L. Allan or a Schuyler as opposed to buying a new cheap faux leather bible that begins falling apart in less than a year, over and over again. I don’t worship my bible just because I want one that will last. I have 4 bibles in different translations and won’t have to buy a bible ever again in my life unless they are stolen. With your logic, you all should buy cheap laptops, cars, shoes, shirts, jeans, earrings, food, etc. Buying good name-brand dish soap doesn’t get you salvation. Makes no sense to me why you’d want name-brand dish soap. (Very sarcastic paragraph here) Just wanted to share my experience. But, yes, some people collect premium bibles and it’s not a sin. If they aren’t putting their bibles before God, is it a sin? If they don’t put their bibles before others, is it a sin? Id say no and no. What matters is that they obey Gods commands and strive to live like Jesus. If they enjoy Gods word and want multiple copies, there’s nothing wrong with it. It doesn’t necessarily mean they are storing up treasures on earth or idolizing them. People have interests. Some buy guitars, some buy baseball cards. I can’t think of one piece of scripture that would convict most of these bible collectors of a sin. Most of them are bibliophiles who put God first and obey his word and get excited about the art of binding bibles. A wonderful thing. I HIGHLY recommend people buy a premium Bible and use it. Save money, save notes from being wasted by having to replace your bible, and most importantly, enjoy it. It’s like everyone here is broke (nothing wrong with that. I make 15 an hour) and is justifying their inability to buy a premium Bible by mentioning how useless it is, like it makes them feel better. I don’t understand. God bless you all and have a good day!

I will never understand why people make such a big deal over “thee, thou, thy, thine”. Don’t know what they mean? Go learn! But that aside, they actually serve a purpose as they help differentiate between singular and plural. They are the ONLY English words that so that as opposed to “you” and “your” in modern day could be singular OR plural. That’s one of the many reasons why the KJV buries any other translation. It’s BY FAR the most accurate on every level. And if there’s a few words in it one doesn’t understand? Go learn! Don’t we do that now anyway? If I’m reading an article or book and don’t understand a word, I look it up. It’s not that hard.

Couldnt agree more! Excellent take on this subject!!

You summed up the "What is the best Bible?" question perfectly. Thank You! Prayers Flying for ya from Michigan.

I have quite a few Bibles. Some are very nice (Schuyler and also RL Allan), some are midrange and some are paperback. I have quite a number of translations as well. I actually have a few of the same Bibles that she has in the video. But I don’t think that just because you like a nice Bible with nice ribbons and premium leather, I really don’t think anyone thinks we’re getting closer to God for buying a premium Bible. It would be just as ludicrous as me saying the total opposite to those of who you mark up, highlight all over the place and put a boatload of stickers/sticker notes in your Bible that is $50.00 and under, that makes you think you are closer to God or more/saved. This is sounding very legalistic. Some people simply enjoy a premium Bible with higher quality leather, really nice paper and three ribbons. If someone likes that, so be it. Enjoy using your Bible(s), in whatever fashion works best for you. We all have a slightly different approach as to what works best for each one of us and that is perfectly okay!

Thank you, as always, for a great video. You are spot on; a Bible, its translation, its quality, etc., does not save a person. Obviously, this is the the work of the Lord Himself. On this main point, I completely agree. I do, however, respectfully disagree with the premise that there is NEVER a place for a premium Bible, and that one should NEVER purchase such a Bible. For instance…I have a number of Bibles that I use for my regular reading and studying of the Word, and my KJV Study Bible is a main one. It is the one that really feels most familiar and like an “old friend,” so to speak. However, it is a replacement of its predecessor, a KJV Study Bible of lesser quality that completely fell apart, and the current one is actually on its way to needing a replacement. If, or I should say when, I need to replace this Bible again, I will be buying a premium quality KJV Study Bible, and it will be the last time I replace it. (Another example would be the Thompson chain reference Bible my husband bought years ago. It was a hardcover, and has now fallen apart, such that it is no longer usable. This is another Bible that, when it gets replaced one last time, it will be with a premium leather version.) But, as I stated, the study Bible is one of many Bibles on my shelf, all of which are hardcover, or imitation leather, etc; while I do aspire to one day own a premium leather Bible, I do not need a shelf full of them. I plan to pass ALL of them down to my children, no matter what quality they may be. I hope we as believers understand that we will vary widely in our opinions on the place that particular Bibles may or may not have in our personal stashes. No doubt, just as you consider premium Bibles to be inappropriate, there are believers that think it is out of line to have more than one Bible, or one translation, etc. I completely respect you for having a shelf full of Bibles, and no desire to own a premium Bible. I also completely respect those who have a shelf full of premium Bibles. Neither of you share my exact position on this issue…and that’s okay! Again, thanks for this video (I am in complete agreement with your main point)! P.S. I look forward to your video in which you share how you will move into a new Bible once your current one-which I absolutely love, with all the wonderful notes you have in it!-falls apart. :)

Love, Love, this! So true. I also have more than one bible, but each one has its own purpose. I never spend a lot of money for one. I wait for sales etc.

This was SO awesome! So thankful for you and your channel!!! I'm sharing for sure. God bless.

So, I read my NIV thin line every day and absolutely love it. Underlined throughout. Feels great in the hands. I also have an NIV personal size Study Bible that has notes and underlined throughout extensively. However, I recently found out about Schuyler Bibles and I'm really loving the look and quality of the Personal Size Quentel's and really want one. I don't think anything is wrong with wanting a really beautiful premium Bible, especially one to hand down to my kids. I definitely agree that it doesnt save you and isnt imperative by any means. People should get a Bible that they will read and digest from but I'd really like one. What are your thoughts on that?

I use and love premium Bibles and I'm so glad I was gifted my 1st one because that one Bible changed my whole Bible reading experience forever 😍 #blessed Personally I would never tell my viewers to do something or in your case not to do something just because I am biased against it. But instead you should be encouraging everyone to find out what works BEST FOR THEM and for their own personal walk with God. After all He created us all differently for a reason. For example this subject here as you said in this video I could say you were literally wrong about Premium Bibles because I love them and the amazing leather the soft buttery feel of the paper it just pure excitement for me soooo much so that I want to use my Bibles even more. Way more than I did in any of my cheaper Bible. So I'm now marking in my them and I enjoying growing my Bible Gardens with them. Which from your video would be wrong because this just doesn't happen. So what I'm trying to say as a Christian influencer with viewers such as yours it's yours responsibility to them to be helpful I believe. I encourage you to either try something out before making such a bold statement or end it with do whats best for your own personal spiritual walk. You just may hinder someone who was much like myself and needed something different than a $60 dollar Bible to finally receiving the Bible reading experience they've always been looking for. >> You get exactly what you pay for.

I think this msg is meant for me! Thank you Faith!!

Thank you for this great video and message I so Needed to hear. “ Stop collecting Bibles, and consume the Bibles you have around the house. I went from owning 1 Bible for 50 years, to owning 30 bibles in a few years. So now I am going to take your great advise. I liked and Subscribed to your chanel. ❤🙏🏼