NRSV WESLEY STUDY BIBLE - 9781501881237

The NRSV Wesley Study Bible is a New Revised Standard Version study Bible written from the Wesleyan (Methodist) tradition. Its study notes are by more than 50 biblical scholars, its life-application notes by more than 50 pastors, and its explanations of core terms by more than 60 Wesley experts. It also includes extended references to the works of John Wesley, cross-references, a summary of each biblical book, and 19 pages of full-color maps, in a sage green and moss brown leather-like cover. It is suited to Methodist and other Wesleyan readers, students of Wesleyan theology, and anyone who wants to study Scripture alongside John Wesley's thought.

The notes work on three levels. Scholarly study notes explain the NRSV text itself, and pastors' notes apply each passage to daily life and discipleship. Short articles explain core terms in Wesleyan theology, such as grace, holiness, forgiveness, justice, mission, eternal life, and heaven. Throughout, references to John Wesley's own writings show how he read and preached the passage at hand. The contributors come from across the Wesleyan family of churches. At 10 by 8 inches and just under 3 pounds, it is a desk-size Bible for personal study, sermon and lesson preparation, or small-group use.

Use & care: Suited to personal study, sermon and Sunday school preparation, and small-group Bible study at a desk or table. Wipe the leather-like cover with a soft, dry cloth and store the Bible away from heat and direct sunlight to protect the cover colors.