NIV Encouragement Bible [Hardcover]

Joni Eareckson Tada (Editor), Dave Dravecky (Editor), Jan Dravecky (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2001

When your world is caving in, the NIV Encouragement Bible meets you where you are. And it takes you where you most need to be: into the presence of God, who alone can give you comfort, reassurance, and strength. The NIV Encouragement Bible does more than offer answers. It guides you to the one Answer who can truly satisfy--God himself, who knows you completely and loves you beyond what you can imagine.

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About the Author

Joni Eareckson Tada is the president of JAF (Joni and Friends, jafministries.com), an organization that accelerates Christian outreach in the disability community. A 1967 diving accident may have left Joni a quadriplegic, but the years weren't wasted. Her ever-deepening love of God's Word has spawned 22 books, including her best-selling devotional, Diaminds in the Dust. Joni and her husband, Ken, have been married over 16 years and make their home in Calabasas, California.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1728 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan Publishing Company (March 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310900948
• ISBN-13: 978-0310900948
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.5 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #314,256 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Joni Eareckson Tada is the founder of Joni and Friends, an organization accelerating Christian outreach in the disability community that numbers 610 million people worldwide. This organization operates out of the new Joni and Friends International Disability Center located in Agoura Hills, California. Joni is not only an international disability advocate but an artist and the author of numerous bestselling books, including Pearls of Great Price, Diamonds in the Dust, More Precious Than Silver, the Platinum award-winning Joni, Heaven: Your Real Home, When God Weeps, and The God I Love.

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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AT LAST! A Bible with realistic helps for those who hurt..., July 31, 2001

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Just-a-girl "abc-survivors.net" - See all my reviews

This review is from: NIV Encouragement Bible (Hardcover)

I have been a Christian for many years, and have been through my share of Bibles. I found that some of the study and application Bibles had commentary that was so upbeat that it was almost insensitive to those who are wounded. Often the Bible is difficult for people to read when they are struggling with emotional issues. Sometimes the words seem so harsh, or the promises so lofty, that hurting Christians feel alienated. I found this Bible by searching for a Bible that might minister to me in my depression. Instead of perky little notes in the margins, I needed realistic, heartfelt encouragement.

Joni and the Draveckys edited this NIV Bible. Joni and Dave have both been through major physical and emotional suffering. They have the experience that gives them credibility. I am willing to read and ponder what they say, because I know they have been in the depths. I know that if they can be encouraged, I can too. If they can make sense out of their tragedies, I can too. There are encouragement notes and quotes on every single page of this Bible! There are also entire sections devoted to questions that suffering people wrestle with - and Scripture references to offer some answers.

But this Bible does not offer simple answers to difficult questions. It offers hope tempered with experience of tragedy. It offers just what the wounded, tired soul needs. THANK YOU Joni, Dave, and all of the rest who contributed to this beautiful gift. I will cherish it for years and years.

There is also a burgundy leather edition of this Bible with gold edges available. It's a lovely trasure. The print is the perfect size, and the notes on the sides are illustrated with peaceful black and white nature scenes.

I give this Bible my highest recommendation. It could not have been produced at a better time for me! It would be the perfect give for a friend or family member who is going through a difficult time. It would also be great for a Christian who has the gift of encouraging others. It will arm you with powerful words, stories, and verses for friends who suffer. You will not regret this purchase!

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful Bible for those who hurt!!, February 12, 2002

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E. M. Holderman (Perryville, Kentucky USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: NIV Encouragement Bible (Paperback)

I've been a Christian for a long time and have lived with a chronic illness and disability for several years. I'm always looking for inspirational and encouraging reading to help me through this difficult journey. Now finally, an application Bible to "encourage!" With Joni Eareckson Tada and Dave & Jan Dravecky editing and writing "Notes of Encouragement" & "Tips to Encourage," I found alot of emotional support. Coming from three who have, themselves, endured alot of physical and emotional suffering, this NIV Bible is a wonderful source of encouragement for those who are hurting. The Word of God always remains the Word of God. The difference here are the personal little notes included by Joni, Dave, Jan and others. I found them to be honest, validating, compassionate and uplifting. Also included are several other sections. "Questions in the Valley", "...in the Desert," "...in the Oasis," and ...in the High Places" are the asked questions alot of us think about in our circumstances. They then direct us to related scriptures. "Light For My Path" are uplifting, "quick look" scriptures listed in the margins.
"Encouragement From The Classics" include writings from Augustine, C.S. Lewis, Charles H. Spurgeon, D.L. Moody, Teresa of Avila, Oswald Chambers, etc.

It's so difficult sometimes to find the motivation to even read the Bible when you're chronically ill, much less find one with commentary that is senstive to our needs. In the past, so many application Bibles have offered encouragement commentary in such an upbeat fashion, it was diminishing to those suffering. I know it made me feel frustrated and misunderstood. Sort of like
"pouring salt in an open wound" kinda thing. When you're hurting you need loving & understanding direction, not an overly zealous push. With the Encouragement Bible, I found a great deal of sensitive, uplifting notes, tips and stories. Who better to minister to those suffering, than those who endure suffering in their own lives. Thanks to Joni, Dave and Jan for realizing the great need for this application! Don't mistake that this is full of "pat answers," rather it is a breath of fresh air for the weary, discouraged soul. If you're looking for a study or application Bible to lift you up in your suffering, this is it. If you have a relative or friend who is suffering, this would make a nice gift for them. Or, if you're just looking to be a better encourager, this would be a good tool. It's well worth the purchase, and your heart will be comforted.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Inspiration! Healing Encouragement!, July 12, 2001

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Wendy Norris (Pasadena, TX United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: NIV Encouragement Bible (Hardcover)

This Bible is fantastic. There really aren't words to describe the care that went into writing the Words of Encouragement, Tips, and Topics section. If you are hurting, or know someone is hurting either emotionally or physically, this Bible is a must have!