Natasha’s Study: “What’s in a Bible?”

Bible Banner from Lifeway

My Sunday School teacher is a manager of Lifeway Christian Store. Always going above and beyond the call of duty, he gave us a presentation about the various Bibles that are available. Surprisingly, people often visit book stores to purchase Bibles and leave empty-handed because of the overwhelming choices. Bibles vary in type, translation, size, color, just to name a few considerations.

The frustration of purchasing a Bible must be a growing trend, as I observed a modified and more organized Bible section in Barnes and Noble when visiting the store with my daughter last week. B&N divided the different categories of Bibles, and even had a few on display for touching and feeling.

Here’s my short summary of considerations when purchasing a Bible:

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Worldview: “Missions Exist Because Worship Doesn’t”

Cindy Hunter

Look what God is doing in the life and family of my friend, Cindy Hunter. Cindy is the Director of Children’s Ministry & International Missions at my church. Check out this phenomenal interview:

1. I am quite aware that missionary work is your passion. Why are missions so important?

In John Piper’s Let the Nations Be Glad, he says “missions is not the ultimate goal of the church.  Worship is.  Missions exists because worship doesn’t.”  My passion is worshiping God and glorifying His name. Missions flow out of that passion, yet I also pray for the day that there is no longer a need for missions.  The day will be when all nations, tongues, and tribes know the name of Jesus and are glorifying His name.    Revelation 15:4 declares “all nations will come and worship before you.”  So, I guess my answer is actually that missionary work is not important, but instead worshiping God in a way that leads to such a love relationship with Him that you want every nation to know the God that loves you.

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The Blog Has Received a Facelift

 

Thanks to a few upgrades and my hubby’s technical skills, the blog has received a facelift.

I wanted a cleaner layout so that you can find things more quickly. So here’s what we have done:

  • Added a picture of me so that you know who you are talking to. I like to look people directly in the eyes when we speak. It’s a sure sign of integrity.
  • Updated the “About Me” tab so that you are aware of some of things that I am getting into these days
  • Under the “About Me” tab, added links to my church website and the Office of Admissions page for my Alma Mata, United States Naval Academy. Well, what can I say, “I love them both!”
  • Cleaned house and moved the archives and copyright instructions under the “Blog Info” tab
  • Added a “Natasha’s Study” tab so that you can see the books that I have previously recommended or we have previously discussed. Also added the official links for the first two books because I think the websites will enhance your reading experience.
  • “Blog Categories” is now its own tab to let you know what topics I will be covering on which days

What do you think about the facelift? Would love you hear your feedback.

Enjoy your weekend, Natasha  © Natasha L. Robinson 2010