What Is the Best Bible Translation for You?

With so many Bible translations available, how do you know which one you should read? From the King James Version and English Standard Version to the NIV and New Living Translation, each translation approaches Scripture differently.

In this episode of the Saints Who Multiply Podcast, Shay explores the differences between word-for-word and thought-for-thought translations, discusses the importance of biblical accuracy, and considers whether Christians should use more than one translation when studying Scripture.

Discover how to choose a Bible translation that helps you understand God's Word, grow in your faith, and apply biblical truth to your everyday life.

Remember, the goal isn't simply to own a Bible. It's to read it, understand it, and live according to what it teaches.

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Do You Know God Personally, or Through Someone Else? | Second-Hand Faith

In 2 Kings 2:13–14, we read about Elisha picking up Elijah's cloak and striking the waters of the Jordan River. But something interesting happens. Elisha asks, "Where now is the Lord, the God of Elijah?"

This raises an important question: Are we developing our own relationship with God, or are we relying on someone else's experience?

In this episode, we explore the dangers of second-hand faith and why it's important to know God personally rather than simply knowing Him through our parents, pastors, mentors or other Christians.

We'll discuss two particular dangers of relying on someone else's faith:

• Inheriting their misunderstandings or incorrect teachings.

• Having our own faith shaken when someone we look up to falls into sin or disappoints us.

We'll also explore the idea that God has no grandchildren. We cannot inherit a relationship with Him from someone else. Each of us must personally respond to His invitation.

Finally, we'll look at practical ways to develop a deeper relationship with God through prayer, Scripture, obedience, worship and seeking Him daily.

As Jeremiah 29:13 reminds us:

"You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart."

Don't settle for second-hand faith. Take the time to know God for yourself.

📖 Scripture references:
2 Kings 2:13–14 | Acts 17:11 | John 14:15 | Jeremiah 29:11–13

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Do you obey God because you love Him, or because you're afraid of losing your salvation?

In this episode, we explore the importance of loving God as the foundation of our obedience. It's possible to do all the right things outwardly while missing something important in our relationship with Him: genuine love.

We'll look at what Scripture says about having no love for the Lord, why fear should not be our primary motivation for following Jesus, and the difference between having no love for Christ and going through seasons of spiritual dryness.

If you've ever struggled to feel your love for Jesus, this episode offers encouragement and hope as we consider where our love for God comes from and how we can grow in it.

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