You are a Bible Translator
Some readers here may be interested in a devotional I wrote for my wife Jody’s devotional list, titled You are a Bible Translator. Not the normal exegesis, but a thought! 🙂 Enjoy!
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New English Translations Poll
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ByhenryJ. K. Gayle has a post on this topic that I think deserves discussion. Head over there and comment!