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Let's take a deep dive into Bible translations!

In this episode of Critical Levitical, we cover everything from our morning coffee routines to some of the deepest theological topics—like why Sabbath rest matters, how to choose a Bible translation, and the unexpected ways culture shapes how we read Scripture. Whether you're a new believer or a long-time Bible nerd, there’s something here for you.

What We Talk About:

• Why we’re not morning people (until the coffee kicks in)  
• The spiritual and practical importance of Sabbath  
• A surprising stat: Sabbath keepers live 11 years longer  
• How coffee led us into a conversation about awe and wonder  
• The difference between word-for-word, thought-for-thought, and paraphrase Bible translations  
• Are red-letter Bibles helpful or misleading?  
• Kids and the Bible: teaching truth vs. technical detail  
• The Message Bible: When is it useful—and when is it not?  
• Bible dramatizations like The Chosen—good supplement or potential distraction?

Each of us mainly use CSB, but we dabble in many other translations. One great thing to remember is that we have an amazing variety of English interpretations of Scripture, and that's a good thing. But at the same time, we should be thoughtful and careful about what translations we use and why.

Resources Mentioned:

• NLT Chronological Study Bible: https://amzn.to/3F0ER6e
• The Biggest Story Bible Storybook by Kevin DeYoung: https://amzn.to/4iOaqy6
• The Jesus Storybook Bible: https://amzn.to/4jYstCD
• Long Story Short: https://amzn.to/44EMOZB
• She Reads Truth / He Reads Truth CSB Study Bible: https://amzn.to/4jA4z0v

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