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The Message: The Bible in Contemporary Language (New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs)

Eugene H. Peterson

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Total reviews: 238 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Very awesome commentary 4 out of 5 stars.
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I got this Bible because I really needed to get jazzed up about reading the Word again. This is exactly what I needed at the time.

This is NOT the Bible, but a paraphrase - understand that. It is not meant to be used as the Bible, but a tool for inspiration and study, kind of like a commentary.

I find it very helpful and useful as such.

Sometimes the language is hit or miss. When it is good it is good, and I can really savor God's love even more in those verses.

At worst, it takes scripture out of context or misinterprets it, and while that is bad, again, understand this is NOT the Bible. It doesnt claim to be.

All the bad reviews of this book are pretty irrelevant, because if this is used properly, then it is a great tool for study and fresh interpretation.

The way I use it is I read primarily from an NIV translation, then if I didnt understand something I will see how the Message interprets it. I also use NASB, Amplified, and KJV if necassary.

Also, like I said, when the paraphrased verses are good, they are good! Beautiful and inspiring, and sometimes even hilarious - when slang is mixed in there.

If you are looking for another tool to help you understand God's Word or even to spice up your time with God, this isn't bad at all. It helped me. Just make sure you use as directed.

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The Message Personal Size New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs is the contemporary translation of choice.

The Message: The Bible In Contemporary Language, Burgundy Bonded Leather

Eugene H. Peterson

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Total reviews: 58 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

The Message 5 out of 5 stars.
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This book is an excellent contemporary version of the Bible. The language helps to better understand the meaning of the text. The print is really small, I wish I had purchased a larger version.

Smaller in Size Than Anticipated 4 out of 5 stars.
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The Message Bible is really great, however, I was a little disappointed that it was so small. I don't remember when I ordered that it mentioned the size of the Bible and when I received it, I was very surprised with the small size. I could not read the small print without reading glasses (I do not require prescription glasses) and it's still hard to read. I will enjoy the content of The Message, but will have difficulty because it is so small. I caution others who are ordering to make sure that it is not the extra small size that I purchased, unless they are looking for a pocket-size Bible.

The Message Bible 3 out of 5 stars.
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The Bible itself is wonderful. The only problem is that the print is REALLY small.

The Message 4 out of 5 stars.
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I was dissappointed with the size of the Bibles. Maybe I had missed that in the ad. All else was fine.

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Take the life-changing words of The Message wherever you go in this convenient pocket-sized edition.

The Message Remix 2.0: The Bible In contemporary Language

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Total reviews: 23 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Excellent simple translation 5 out of 5 stars.
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"The Message" is a great bible for new believers (even to offer as a gift), especially for those who want to see the "big picture" of the Bible. I wouldn't make this a primary study bible--it is a paraphrase.

The most beautiful, inspirational book EVER written. 5 out of 5 stars.
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The Message, especially The Message Remix 2.0, is incredible. It's simply the Bible in modern language. BUT there is so much more to this. It's poetic, it's well explained, and it's written in such a way that the context of the pages are easily comprehendable. Each book starts out with Eugene Peterson explaining the whole book, to put it in perfect context. So when you read the book, it makes complete sense! The Bible finally makes sense!!! Each chapter has this heading sentence that explains the main point of the chapter. There are these neat little maps and such, but I can't explain enough the importance of how well written it is. It's to the point, and it explains exactly what the Bible means rather than what the Bible says. That said, you should supplement this "Study Paraphrase Bible" with the NIV, and other translations. You will cherish this wonderful hardbound book. It's truly changed my life and got me and my friends to connect with Jesus Christ on a whole new level. i like to sit down and underline parts that are especially meaningful to me, and then I type those things onto my "men's ministry" website www.roycebarber.com so I really would like to thank Eugene H. Peterson for being a light to help guide my way through this world. God Bless you all. The message can be found for free on BibleGateway.Com but its not the latest one. Thats ok though. Either version is highly articulate.

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The Message//REMIX is The Message Bible with book introductions written specifically for today's young people in today's language.

The Message Remix: The Bible In Contemporary Language/Hypercolor Blue Bubble

Eugene H. Peterson

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Total reviews: 82 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

The Bible you can understand 5 out of 5 stars.
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This translation of the Bible has been incredibly useful to me. I bought it to read Job after hearing a wonderful sermon one Sunday. Now I bring it with me to church every time I go. The Message is an up-to-date version of the Bible, written to help the reader understand the many message given by Scripture. I have found it helpful in understanding sermons, in helping with my own Bible study, and in regular prayer. I highly recommend it!

Easy to read bible 5 out of 5 stars.
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I love this bible. My priest recommended it to me and I don't regret it for a second. It's easy to read and understand and there are passages that I never got in a KJV bible that all the sudden click with this one. Only problem is that while they are numbered, it's by paragraph and sometimes you may need another bible to get a tidbit correct.

Great plain language Bible 4 out of 5 stars.
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I believe that the Bible can be very intimidating for a young person and that plain language Bibles are a great way to get acquainted with it. If you tend towards literalism then don't bother.

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This on-the-go version of The Message//REMIX 2.0 is in a vibrant color for high school and college students

The Message: The Bible in Contemporary Language, Numbered Edition

Eugene H. Peterson

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Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

The Message: THe Bible in Contemporary Language,Numbered Edition 5 out of 5 stars.
8 of 8 people found this review helpful.

Great quality for the price. Have been looking for a supplemental message Bible, numbered edition, for the price it is great!

Product is NOT leather-bound! 3 out of 5 stars.
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The description of this Bible said that it was leather-bound. It is actually a leather-look hardbound book. I returned it for that reason.

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Improved style, size, and added study features make The Message Personal Size the contemporary translation of choice.

The Message: The New Testament in Contemporary Language (Think)

Eugene H. Peterson

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Total reviews: 17 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Editorial Review:

THE NEW TESTAMENT LIKE YOU’VE NEVER READ IT BEFORE.

It is commonly assumed that a book dealing with a holy God should sound elevated, stately, and ceremonial. If this is how you’ve always viewed the New Testament, you’re about to make a surprising discovery.

One of the most striking features of the New Testament is that it was written in the street language of the day––the idiom of the playground and marketplace, not the formal, lofty language of government decrees and historical documents.

Written in the rhythms and idiom of contemporary language––the way you’d talk with friends, write a letter, or discuss politics––The Message brings out the expressive, earthy flavor of the New Testament. Which means that, whether you’ve been reading the Bible for years or are exploring it for the first time, The Message will startle and surprise you. And it will allow you to experience firsthand the same power and directness that motivated its original readers to change the course of history many centuries ago.

The Message Remix: The Bible In Contemporary Language/Hypercolor Pink

Eugene H. Peterson

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Total reviews: 18 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Awesome Bible! 5 out of 5 stars.
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I love this bible! I was reading through the bible in my NASB version and got all the way to Deuteronomy 7! (A huge accomplishment for me). Then I received my Hot Pink Message bible and started reading from Deut 7. I loved it so much that I had to start reading all the way at the beginning of Genesis just because I knew that I would have missed out on so much. My husband is going to get him a Message bible and two of my friends are getting them a copy also.
It is so easy to read and understand. You can really hear the heart of the Father in our language!
I love it and it has actually made me so motivated to pick up my bible and read (for the first time)!
I would recommend this bible to anyone in all walks of life. This bible would bring the scriptures alive to the younger generation, but also for the older generation. I love it, I love it!

Great reference 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

The Message is perfect for "novel reading" of the Bible. Easy to understand, easy to follow. I use it as a reference for my studies.
My son's Sunday School teacher recommended it and I love it!

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The Message//REMIX 2.0 is written in the rhythms and idioms of today's language.

The Message Promise Book

Eugene H. Peterson

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Total reviews: 7 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Wonderfully Relevent Promises of God 5 out of 5 stars.
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The Message Promise Book is a collection of God's promises given to Christians taken from the Message. (The Message is a recent translation of the Bible into today's language.) The promises were organized into topics so you could find what you needed to hear quickly. I found this selection of God's promises to be wonderfully encouraging and easy to understand. I bought one for myself and later bought another copy which made a great gift.

Desk Reference 5 out of 5 stars.
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I keep this little book on my desk for quick reference - when I need a prayer or someone calls me with a challenge in life, it is such a blessing to be able to answer with scripture.

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STRESS. MONEY. WORK. SELF-IMAGE. RELATIONSHIPS.

These are issues we deal with in our day-to-day lives. And we're bombarded with messages about how to respond to them. But what does God have to say about how we should face these challenges?

The Message Promise Book arranges verses by topic, making it easy to discover the Bible's wisdom about a wide range of issues. The Message Promise Book will help you see your situation from God's perspective, expressed in everyday language that you can easily understand and apply to your life.

The Message//Remix, The Bible in Contemporary Language: Leather-Look Purple / Cork Edition

Eugene H. Peterson

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Total reviews: 21 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Breath of Fresh Air! 5 out of 5 stars.
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I am a young minister, and have been in ministry for about 4 years now. My primary translation has been the New American Standard Bible because of its accuracy to the Hebrew and Greek. I always heard of the Message Bible but assumed (which is never a good idea) that it was some man's interpretation of scripture in modern-day paraphrase. BUT when I read that Eugene Peterson was a Greek and Hebrew scholar and prophessor before he was a pastor, and translated the Message with this knowledge and experience as Teacher and Pastor, I decided to give it a try. Ever since it arrived, I have been refreshed and amazed by the wonderful way Mr. Peterson words scriptures to bring out the meaning and "kick you in the face" so to speak. I love it. He comes right out and says in the intro to his translation that this isn't meant to be a study bible, but a way to give life to the scriptures that may be tough to see through many other translations. In one word - refreshing. Thank you Eugene Peterson for your wonderful, Holy Spirit-led work. I recommend this translation to anyone looking for a refreshing outlook on the scriptures.

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The Message//REMIX Bible comes loaded with additional features for students.

The Message//Remix: Pause: A Daily Reading Bible

Eugene H. Peterson, Mark Tabb

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Total reviews: 8 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Fresh and engaging 5 out of 5 stars.
12 of 12 people found this review helpful.

I love this Bible! Other daily Bibles bogged me down, whether they went straight through or combined an old and new. I love the flexibility of this, and the fact that I don't have to start at January 1 and never miss a single day. I have read the Bible all the way through before, but reading it in The Message translation and with the pairings arranged by Mark Tabb, it has new life! Below someone mentioned that it is not a good study Bible, but that's because it's not a study Bible; rather, it is designed as a daily reading Bible. I recommend this especially for high school and college students or anyone wanting a fresh look at Scripture.

Very refreshing take on Scripture 4 out of 5 stars.
8 of 8 people found this review helpful.

Having grown up in church I started feeling a little too familiar with Scripture. I found myself opening my NIV and simply re-reading all the parts I've highlighted.

In somewhat of a rash decision I clicked through a few reviews before deciding on this one. ...and I'm definitely glad I did. The Message translation is very readable and has definitely given me new perspective on things.

On one hand, I like the way it couples Old Testament passages with the New Testament. For example: you read "In the beginning God created the Heavens and the earth..." then it hops over to John and you read, "In the beginning was the Word..." It provides some neat parallels, but sometimes I find myself so engrossed in the Old Testament story that I don't want to break to the NT just yet.

All in all, it's very good and it's given me a new appreciation for the Bible.

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Daily readings from The Message//REMIX take you through the entire Bible in one year, two years, or four years.