allaboard wrote:Thompson Chain Reference KJV is the best. No commentary except the Holy Spirit needed. And like the other brother said, Esword.
rufnrust wrote:Thompson Chain Reference has been my faithful book for 30 years. No commentary needed. Just the precious Holy Spirit.Ruf
_________________Christopher
Hey brother or sister, I will give a few recommendations from what I know.As far as KJV goes I highly recommend the Matthew henry Study Bible, Charles Ryrie study Bible for any versionJohn macarthur has a great study bible for any bible version.I also recommend the scofield study bible to, but be discerning of the gap theory that he teaches in it.When i worked at the family christian store and just looking at all the different bibles I would recommend the apologetics study bible, reformation study bible, case for the creator study bible. But I am sure their are other ones.
For me personally, i stear away from study bibles because it is my time to have intamicey with the lord when he walks me through his word. the things i use when studying are:* strongs concordence, for different word translations* Youngs Concordence, easier to find the words as they are bunched together in original meaning* Treaury of Scripture knowledge* KJV hebrew and greek translation - this maps well with the youngs, strongs, and treasury of knowledge* NKJV - use this to help me to get around some of the KJV* a good study guide on how to read the scriptures. I got caught out earlier in my christian life by not being able to test words of preachers because i did not have a good way of checking things out for myself in the word. This becomes very evident when you see the diversity of believes towards revelations. But most of all pray always that the Lord leads you into knowing him the right way for it is he that will teach you what he wants you to know. It is a beautiful thing when Jesus reveals himself to us directly through his word. as far as what you use to find this out is part of your journey in trusting the Lord. i have been off a few times in my studies, not because of the tools i use but the spiritual condition of my heart at the time but God quickley brought me back to where he wanted me.
_________________karl rashleigh