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Let's Weigh the Evidence: Which Bible is the Real Word of God?
Which Bible is the REAL Word of God?
Many Christians have stopped bringing their Bibles to church. With multiple versions of "The Word" being quoted from the pulpit, it's too confusing trying to follow along in your own Bible.
Why has all this confusion hit the Lord's people? Since our life, faith, hope, growth, and trust is found in the Word of God, we cannot afford to be confused on this issue.
In plain, everyday language, Barry Burton explains the difference between the King James Bible and modern translations. Every Christian needs to know which Bible can be trusted . . . and why!
Many Christians have stopped bringing their Bibles to church. With multiple versions of "The Word" being quoted from the pulpit, it's too confusing trying to follow along in your own Bible.
Why has all this confusion hit the Lord's people? Since our life, faith, hope, growth, and trust is found in the Word of God, we cannot afford to be confused on this issue.
In plain, everyday language, Barry Burton explains the difference between the King James Bible and modern translations. Every Christian needs to know which Bible can be trusted . . . and why!
95 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 1983
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July 21, 2009
Mr Burton's book is a poorly written polemic on the newer English translations of the Bible. His book, in trying to advocate for the King James Bible, in fact does serious damage to his cause. His book is neither well written nor honest in it criticism of the newer translations. His errors are so onerous that one must believe that the writer was trying to deceive and not interested in honestly exploring the strengths and weaknesses of the different translation.
Three examples that come to mind:
1. KJV was never copyrighted. Half-truth. The word copyright did not exist in 1611 but the concept did and the writers of the KJV used it.
2. The writer uses scripture as if it was speaking of the KJV. This is an outright misuse of scripture.
3. The writer talks extensively of the removal of the word Lord or Christ in the new versions but never mentions were it was added let alone why these change happened. Oops. The best he can muster is that Satan is trying to corrupt our Bible.
This is a terrible book and I can not recommend it to anyone who wishes to understand the different translations of the Bible.
Three examples that come to mind:
1. KJV was never copyrighted. Half-truth. The word copyright did not exist in 1611 but the concept did and the writers of the KJV used it.
2. The writer uses scripture as if it was speaking of the KJV. This is an outright misuse of scripture.
3. The writer talks extensively of the removal of the word Lord or Christ in the new versions but never mentions were it was added let alone why these change happened. Oops. The best he can muster is that Satan is trying to corrupt our Bible.
This is a terrible book and I can not recommend it to anyone who wishes to understand the different translations of the Bible.
March 3, 2025
I was given this book by a fellow pastor who meant well, but I had the feeling I would not like it. I was right.
First of all, it is published by Chick Publications, the same company that makes Chick tracts, which are tracts that contain cartoonish drawings for unbelievers to read and make a decision for Christ. Honestly, though I want to pass out tracts for people to read, I don’t give Chic tracts because they are not really engaging readers to really consider Christ.
Secondly, I was shocked at how many times the book took verses and parts of verses wildly out of context. For example, is the passage in Revelation about taking away or adding to “the book of this prophecy” referring to damnation if there is another translation of the Word of God? Can you really say that David was referring to a future perfect translation of God’s Word in Psalm 12:6-7?
Thirdly is the unwillingness to consider the other views on the translation argument. To say there are no verses to support the Critical Text View without actually considering what CT proponents have said is willful ignorance.
So I’m giving it a 2 to be nice.
First of all, it is published by Chick Publications, the same company that makes Chick tracts, which are tracts that contain cartoonish drawings for unbelievers to read and make a decision for Christ. Honestly, though I want to pass out tracts for people to read, I don’t give Chic tracts because they are not really engaging readers to really consider Christ.
Secondly, I was shocked at how many times the book took verses and parts of verses wildly out of context. For example, is the passage in Revelation about taking away or adding to “the book of this prophecy” referring to damnation if there is another translation of the Word of God? Can you really say that David was referring to a future perfect translation of God’s Word in Psalm 12:6-7?
Thirdly is the unwillingness to consider the other views on the translation argument. To say there are no verses to support the Critical Text View without actually considering what CT proponents have said is willful ignorance.
So I’m giving it a 2 to be nice.
December 9, 2013
I am an avid reader of my KJV, but wasn't always. I was discipled by a woman while I was still using my catholic bible, the New American Bible, and was shocked that several important verses (like acts 8:37 was omitted) which caused me to do some research on my own. I randomly picked a group of "important words" like hell, heaven, Lord, sin, devil, God, went to the blue letter bible app and was shocked at how many times these words are changed in other versions! This book wasn't a shocker for me, but for others I could see that it might be. Would have liked to see info about the NIV since that is such a popular bible.
February 2, 2008
Comparing the King James Version of the Bible with all other versions. Asks the question "Which Bible is the real Word of God?"
August 22, 2012
So, what version of the Bible is the true Word of God?! Read this book - and you'll come away with some facts you'll never forget!
December 8, 2023
Regardless of what opinions one may hold about various Bible versions, I think this is good information, presented under a very appropriate title. What ever decision one makes, the more informed on whatever the subject or idea, especially as it pertains to one's faith, the better and more concrete the decision will be. I highly recommend this 95 page quick read that is loaded with very good thought provoking information.
July 19, 2016
A high school level, no nonsense book.
I recommend when you read it, take any English translation and
compare the verses that he gives in the book.
Highly recommended. A quick read that answers lots of questions, and
does what ANY good book SHOULD do...gives you the desire to
continue to study the subject even further.
Lots of other Authors go deeper and cover more on the subject.
This is an excellent start if you are exploring the subject of "bible versions".
I recommend when you read it, take any English translation and
compare the verses that he gives in the book.
Highly recommended. A quick read that answers lots of questions, and
does what ANY good book SHOULD do...gives you the desire to
continue to study the subject even further.
Lots of other Authors go deeper and cover more on the subject.
This is an excellent start if you are exploring the subject of "bible versions".
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