May the Faith Be with You
New International Readers Version
NIrV Thinline Bible
Copyright 2000, 2008, 2014 by Zondervan
The Holy Bible, New International Readers Version
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ePub Edition September 2017: 978-0-310-75797-9
Library of Congress Catalog Card Number 2014935550
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Contents
What is the difference between an eBook and a print book?
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Book links (Ex. Genesis) go directly to the Introduction of each book, or the beginning of that Bible book if there is no introductory text.
Chapter links go directly to the beginning of the chapter associated with a book.
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The highlight notable Bible stories, provide answers to big Bible questions and help apply what you learned.
Select the hyperlink in the index to go to the feature content or Scripture location.
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The includes an alphabetic list of important words.
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What Is the Bible?
The Bible is...
called the Word of God because it is the book of God, the Master of the universe.
inspired by Godhe directed 40 people to write down his words.
organized into 66 books, which were written over 1,000 years.
divided into headings, chapters and verses within each book.
What Is in the Bible?
The Bible tells us about...
who God is and how he loves people.
boys, girls, kings, queens, miracles, trials, friends, enemies, angels, demons, wars, victories, heaven and hell.
the way God wants us to livewith love for him and others.
What Does This Bible Teach Me?
There are things to learn from all of the great stories of the Bible. On certain pages, you will also discover:
: Head here to learn about amazing people and events in the Bible.
: If you have big Bible questions, this is the place to go for answers.
: Ready to use your powers for good? These pages help you to apply what youve learned in the Bible to your life.
Go to the .