Recommended Books
The following is a brief list of books that may be helpful in "getting" the Bible.
Bible Translations
- The Word of God in English by Leland Ryken
- Choosing a Bible: Understanding Bible Translation Differences by Leland Ryken
- Translating Truth: The Case for Essentially Literal Bible Translation by Grudem, Ryken, Collins, Poythress and Winter
- A User's Guide To Bible Translations: Making The Most Of Different Versions by David Dewey
How the Bible Came to Be
- The Canon of Scripture by F. F. Bruce
- The Canon of the New Testament: Its Origin, Development, and Significance by Bruce Metzger
Studying the Bible
- How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth by Fee and Stuart
- Grasping God's Word: A Hands-On Approach to Reading, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible by Duvall and Hays
- Living by the Book by Howard and William Hendricks
- How to Study the Bible by Kay Arthur
Understanding the Biblical Storyline
- God's Big Picture by Vaughn Roberts
- According to Plan: The Unfolding Revelation of God in the Bible by Graeme Goldsworthy
- How to Read the Bible Book by Book by Fee and Stuart
- Ryken's Bible Handbook by Leland Ryken
- 30 Days to Understanding the Bible by Max Anders
- To Understand the Bible Look for Jesus: The Bible Student's Guide by Norman Geisler
Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. (Ephesians 6:13, ESV)