At Northside we use the English Standard Version (ESV) because it is essentially a literal translation of both the Hebrew and the Greek. It is an upgrade over the NASB, (another essentially literal translation) in the sense that the language is updated (Although it maintains important theological words: i.e. propitiation) and is more culturally understandable to the modern reader. The ESV Bible is a translation from the oldest and most reliable texts.

The ESV Study Bible

                     

We are not a church that believes the ESV is the "only" reliable version. Everyone is free to use any version that they are comfortable with. We just believe that out of the current translations it is simply the best.

As we aim to reach more people for Christ we find that having a specific Bible we preach from will prevent any distraction that might arise from different wording in other versions. We still do however, encourage others to cross reference with other versions in their private study. Our aim is to meet needs and make disciples and we will do everything we can to facilitate that desire.    

In case people do not have an ESV Bible, we print out each passage we study in the bulletin from that format. 

Finally, if you are looking for a great study Bible, click on the link below to read about the new ESV study Bible, which is one of the best resources out there.  http://www.esvstudybible.org/?m3

Pastor Kene