Beautifully designed bible from Zondervan!
I love the bible's introduction, which explains what a devotional bible is and why use it. I always reccomend when picking up a new bible for yourself: especially if it is a study or devotional bible that you read the introduction so you can get a sense of how to get the most out of the features included which can enhance your reading of the scripture.
There is also a section there on how you can schedule your time with God, which I thought was a very nice touch! Considering how this can be one of my biggest challenges 😅
So going into the old and new testament, there are 260 devotions for each weekday of the year and 52 devotionals that you can read over the weekend.
Written by different women with different experiences, they offer further insight into the scripture you're reading, character profiles of women in scripture, and what we can learn from them today.
So many woman have contributed! From writers, speakers, CEOs and pastors. It was great to read some devotionals by Lisa Harper, Sheila Walsh and Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of Ruth and Billy Graham. You can see who else has contributed to the devotionals by reading the biographies at the back of the bible.
To apply what you have been reading into your life, there are questions alongside the devotions that provoke you to dig deeper and reflect. So you're not only reading scriptures, you have a way and questions alongside to apply lessons and principles into your life ✨️✨️✨️
As well as the features it looks lovely 😍 gorgeous Navy leathersoft design. With a gold/bronzey gilding and 2 satin ribbon markers, this is a beautifully crafted NIV bible.
Also, who also like reading plans like myself? There is one at the back of the book 📖 🙌
I hope this was helpful to anyone looking for a new NIV bible, or thinking of trying a devotional bible 🙏
*Bible kindly sent by the publishers in exchange for a honest review
Merged review:
I always appreciate when there is the option to have an edition of a bible in large print. My eyes tend to get tired after reading for a while. With my vision, it's always an easier reading experience when text is print size 10.
I love the devotions in this bible, and getting to see the women of the bible from another perspective written by women from all sorts of professions and walks of life was really insightful.
The guided reflections and questions help me apply verses and lessons from scripture to what I might be experiencing today. I would say no matter your age, whether you're a stay at home mum or a ceo. Whether you are young or old, the features and encouragement found in this bible will help you grow in your walk with God and His word.
*Review copy kindly given by publishers. However, all opinions stated are my own*