Audible Audio Edition
Listening Length: 1 hour and 32 minutes
Program Type: Audiobook
Version: Unabridged
Publisher: Broadstreet Publishing Group LLC
Audible.com Release Date: July 7, 2015
Language: English
ASIN: B0118LU0G8
Best Sellers Rank: #15 in Books > Audible Audiobooks > Religion & Spirituality > Bibles #604 in Books > Christian Books & Bibles > Bibles #16079 in Books > Religion & Spirituality
I read through chapters one through sixteen in Romans Grace and Glory in one sitting yesterday morning. I didn't go through the footnotes as Brian Simmons, the author and translator recommended the first time through, except about 10 footnotes, which was a great idea on the first reading. I wanted to reflect for a day on what I read. For while reading I was brought to tears of joy and repentance and was speechless at times. In this precious morning I was persuaded that this is the most precious book I could possibly read! Actually I was amazed that God would give such insight, wisdom and usage of words and understanding to one person to pen such a masterpiece! I don't say that to bring glory to Brian, but totally to Him, with gratitude that He would deposit such a treasure in him to put on paper. I am convinced that He prepared Brian through many years to enable him to fully engage and follow through in this most important work. I couldn't help but think how this book written on a persons heart would bring transformation of highest proportions. I couldn't help but thinking of what would happen in a person if they read this dozens of times, for it has such Holy Spirit changing power in each line. This man of God, Brian, remind me of King David, a man after God's own heart! I thank God for him and this brilliant work and all of his Passion Translations I have had opportunity to read! I truly can not wait to the audio book of this precious gem is available! All glory and praise to our mighty King Jesus Christ! Bob
With this translation I think I finally understand what Romans actually says! It's like the religous veil has been brushed off in this translation and I can now finally read this glorious book without feeling condemned or hopeless in it's demands. I finally touched Gods goodness and grace. And maybe even more: I finally see the uselessness of us trying so hard. Gods glory is so above and beyond anything we could come up with, that the only place we should end up, is at His feet, being taught by the Holy Spirit. He is the only One who can lead us in the mysteries He wants to unveil so we can be free. Sonship is really glorious, but can only be accessed by giving up trying and breaking your pride. That's a mystery right there ;). Well, see for yourself, the anointing on the pages openend my spirit and really broke down walls of religion. I hope you enjoy :)
I am so enjoying The Passion Translation Bible! It is my new favorite version of the Bible. It is really exciting when a new book is released and I am pleased to add Romans to my set. I've only read portions so far, but this translation adds clarity, understanding and new life to the best book on the planet for all time!
Really enjoyed this translation--it was like reading Romans for the very first time! And although I'm not fluent in Greek, this is probably how the letter would have been read/understood by those who originally received it in the first century. This translation is very fresh and a "must" to keep along side other translations.* One observation about translations: I have always been more inclined to use "word for word" translations rather than the various "paraphrase" translations, thinking that I was staying closer to God's word and what the original languages were actually saying. But reading this translation corrected one misunderstanding (or rather, corrected a flawed assumption). Greek, Hebrew, and Aramaic do not always have direct word-for-word equivalencies in English, yet even when they do, using a single word is often a poor way to translate the idea. For example, the Greek word Eros is translated "love" into English, as is Phileo, Storge, and Agape: all four can be translated as "love" in English, even though they each have very distinct meanings. So though a "word-for-word" translation keeps the number of words even, it may actually miss some of the deeper context that should be communicated. And this is where the Passion translation seems to really shine, because it takes the meaning of the original language and renders it into English very effectively.
This book speaks to the very core of my being! Perhaps my history in traditional Christianity and 'familiarity' with words and phrases in other translations masked the real heart meaning of Romans before. The clarity of this translation uncovers God's heart as He reveals salvation and His love for the Jewish people. He moves me deep within!
WOW! The Passion Translation has made me fall in love with reading the word of God all over again. I am gaining a new understanding of the love of God and the sacrifice that Jesus made by dying on the Cross as never before. I highly recommend it! Looking forward to the time that the whole Bible is available in this version. Thank you Dr. Simmons for this wonderful treasure.
Brian continues to amaze me with his ability to provide a translation filled with love and passion, stretching ones understanding and encounter with the Word! I love the way he interprets chapter 7&8....it's sooooo good!!!!
Have all the available Passion Translation books that are currently available- and am SO excited for Romans to be available. Brian Simmons does a fabulous job of revealing the Fathers heart with our language. The translation notes are a treasure in themselves!
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