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7 Step-by-Step Bible Study Methods
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7 Step-by-Step Bible Study Methods

Does the Old Testament Law Still Apply?
Old Testament

Does the Old Testament Law Still Apply?

Discover the 5 Covenants in the Bible
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Discover the 5 Covenants in the Bible

App Tips

How to Use the NIDNTTE

NIDNTTE

A standard and widely-used reference work for nearly 40 years, the New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology and Exegesis (NIDNTTE) has been thoroughly revised and updated to aid today’s pastors, students, scholars, and teachers in their study of the New Testament. The NIDNTTE offers a wealth of background and…

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Commentaries

Making the Most of NIVAC

No matter your level of expertise with the Bible, there are certain things we all do when we come to a time of studying God’s Word. After reading the text, there are two things we always hope to walk away with from the text: 1) what does this passage mean, and…

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Geneva Bible
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The Geneva Bible, A Bible of Firsts

When it was first printed, the Geneva Bible was the most reader-friendly version of the Bible ever translated. Its numerous innovations made it ideal for the common reader. What sets the Geneva Bible apart? I recently sat down with Dr. David A. Bennett, a local antique Bible collector and amateur…

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Commentaries

6 Tips on Using Preaching the Word Commentary

Preaching The Word Commentary Olive Tree Bible App

The Preaching the Word Commentary Series offers unique insight into Biblical texts from the heart of a pastor. It is noted for its commitment to biblical authority and clear exposition of Scripture. Its emphasis on application and shepherding makes it a valuable asset for sermon and class preparation, as well…

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App Tips

Five Benefits of Sync

The definition of synchronization (sync for short) is, the coordination of events to keep them in time. One of the most underrated and important features of the Olive Tree Bible App is the sync feature. If you’re not familiar with syncing, here are five things you need to know about…

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Bible Study Tips

Is That in The Bible?

When I was youth pastor, at least once a year I would open up my Bible and tell the students to turn to the book of Hezekiah. After 30 seconds of pages flapping and Bible app searching, I would then reveal that there is no such book. Although, you can…

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Commentaries

A Commentary You Can Apply to Your Life

NIV Application Commentary

There’s a reason students call seminary, “cemetery.” When I think of my Bible college experience, I remember the thick, dry textbooks. The information usually felt distant: arguments about authorship, textual criticism, definitions of the Greek and Hebrew. Although I learned a lot about the Bible, I often finished my reading assignments…

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The Jesus Bible
Bibles

The Jesus Bible

Encounter the living Jesus in all of Scripture. The Jesus Bible, NIV Edition lifts Jesus up as the lead story of the Bible. There are so many exclusive articles from Louie Giglio, Max Lucado, John Piper, and Randy Alcorn in this Bible! This profound and easy-to-use Bible can help you…

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Now Available: Wish List

We spoke, and we listened! Many of you asked for the ability to make wish lists on our website. Now you can! If you are logged in with your Olive Tree account, head on over to a product page. Then, look in the left side-bar. You see a button that…

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