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Bible Gateway is a comprehensive tool for reading and researching Scripture online in a wide range of languages and versions. In addition to a basic Quicksearch facility Bible Gateway offers a range of advanced searching capabilities. The site also includes a number of additional resources together with links to other study tools.
To help you familiarise yourself with its range of search options, Bible Gateway includes a quick tutorial explaining the various searches available.
The Bible Gateway may be freely accessed by any website or individual, although there are limitations to what may be copied or downloaded due to copyright restrictions. All scripture references provided in Confidence in the Word are in the form of links to the Bible Gateway.
The search facility below offers a small taste of what is available:
Begun in 1994, Bible Gateway is part of the Gospel Communications Network website containing a wide range of Bible-related and other Christian study material.
BibleMaster.com offers a wide range of resources including online Bibles and Bible studies as well as the Bible's answers to questions of topical interest.
Of particular value to visitors to Confidence in the Word will be the Study Aids section which includes a number of classic commentaries, Nave's Topical Concordance, a Bible dictionary and encyclopaedia. The search box below enables you to search the extensive database of Bible studies.
BibleMaster also invites enquiries from potential contributors of Bible studies to its website.
The Bible Research website, researched and developed by Michael Marlowe of Northeast Ohio, USA, contains a wealth of detailed information on the history of the canon, texts and versions of the Scriptures, written from a conservative and reformed standpoint.
The text of the Decree of the Council of Trent, which affirmed the books of the Apocrypha as canonical in the sight of the Roman Church, may be viewed in both English and Latin. For those with a particular interest in the development of the Old Testament canon we recommend the article Old Testament Canon and Apocrypha.
Bibleserver.com is a European search-and-tools resource sponsored jointly by the Christian InterNet Association (CINA) of Germany in cooperation with the International Bible Society (Europe) to provide a reliable Bible reference, personal spiritual resource and tool for research and evangelism. Available in 18 languages, the site offers the Bible in 17 languages and 25 translations, together with the Hebrew Old Testament, the Greek New Testament, the Septuagint and Vulgate. Other features include text comparison, a library of Bible dictionaries and commentaries, personal verse lists and a discussion board.
Founded in 1804 as The British and Foreign Bible Society, Bible Society today acts as an advocate for the Bible in contemporary cultures, resourcing and influencing those who shape society and making the Bible heard by all. Bible Society believes passionately that the Bible is indispensable for the future well being of our world, and seeks to provide links between the stories, values, claims and aspirations of the Bible and people’s everyday lives. Working through a Global Alliance of supporters, churches and the international fellowship of the United Bible Societies, Bible Society's vision is to make the Bible heard by all people everywhere.
It was the research he encountered while working for Bible Society that inspired the author to compile this website.
The Biblical Studies Foundation was founded to distribute evangelical Bible study materials in electronic format so those with only small personal libraries and without a comprehensive local theological library, may have access to biblical studies direct from their home.
The site is the home of the NETBible, which offers a modern English translation (including the Apocrypha), with translators' and study notes, for electronic distribution over the Internet and on CDRom. Anyone, anywhere in the world, with an Internet connection may use or download the NETBible without cost for personal study or sharing with others. Printouts may be made for free distribution.
Our recommended article, How Many Books are in the Bible? is taken from the extensive database of biblical and theological studies.
Churchmouse is the pseudonym of Peter Fairweather, a native of the city of Lincoln, England, who describes himself as having a long standing and far reaching interest in Ecclesiastical Architecture, Stained Glass, Church Monuments and other Funerary Monuments such as Cast Iron Grave Markers. His website features a considerable collection of annotated photographs of churches, church monuments, stained glass and cast iron grave markers mainly, though not exclusively, from Lincolnshire.
Our picture of the Sower window in Lincoln Cathedral is taken from Churchmouse's Stained Glass collection (scroll down to Other Stained Glass).
Founded in 1965, and for many years directed, by Selwyn Hughes, CWR is now an international ministry with a vision to help people across the world apply God's Word to everyday life and relationships. CWR does this through a range of Bible study and devotional resources, including the widely used Every Day with Jesus daily Bible devotional and the recently updated Cover to Cover chronological Bible reading plan.
The creation of a Canadian Christian, Wayne Blank, the Daily Bible Study website consists of a collection of almost 3,000 Bible studies. The author states that, I produced this web site solely to encourage people to read the Bible, to study the Bible, and especially to believe the Bible. The Word of God is where the absolute Truth will be found, not from anywhere, or anyone, else.
The site also includes a comprehensive range of Bible maps.
A particularly helpful feature of this website is the Bible Reading Plan. This takes the reader through the entire Bible in a single year, and may be started at the beginning of any week.
Evangelicals Now (EN) is a monthly Christian newspaper serving the UK evangelical sector, with sections devoted to UK and world news, features, reviews and readers' letters.
A particularly helpful feature of the EN website is an annually updated index of evangelical Churches Away in the UK and Europe for those who may be away from home or moving to a new area.
Originating in Australia, The Good Book Company exists to provide biblical resources to help churches and individuals grow in their understanding of the Christian faith. It is an interdenominational organisation that produces and distributes its own resources, and those of its partner organisation, Matthias Media, as well as other selected books, tapes and courses.
With the aim of providing churches and teachers with material to help them teach the Word of God effectively to children and young people Go Teach Publications publishes a series of weekly Bible teaching material for use with children and young people aged 3 to 14 years. It is the longest established producer of such materials in the UK, having originally begun in 1946. Go Teach Bible teaching materials are currently available in English, Welsh, Russian, Romanian and Arabic, and are distributed in many countries throughout the world.
Since 1996 four major inter-denominational Bible reading notes agencies, (BRF, CWR, IBRA and Scripture Union) have been working together under the name Grow with the Bible to tackle the alarming decline in personal Bible reading throughout the UK. The site includes details of the Bible reading notes offered by the four agencies, together with links to a selection of other Bible publishers. There is also an index of the Christian bookshops supporting the scheme. The participating organisations' websites offer more details of their individual activities and full range of publications.
The Institute for Bible Translation is a non-profit organisation founded in 1973, based in Sweden, whose main aim is the translation and publication of the Bible in the languages of non-Slavic peoples living in Russia and other countries of the former Soviet Union. Some of these peoples number many millions; other languages have only a few thousand speakers. Some of the languages have a long written tradition; in others a written form is only now being created.
ICLnet has grown upon the foundation laid by The Institute for Christian Leadership (ICL), which from 1983 to 1995 provided resources addressing critical issues facing Christian higher education in the USA. Founded in 1992, ICLnet claims to be the original "Christian" internet site. Initially developed as an archive to support research, it later expanded as a ministry function of ICL and also provided the first online home for a number of Christian organisations.
From its inception, ICL has worked without gimmicks or cost to its users. For this reason most of the site is in plain text.
The Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy is just one of ICLnet's vast library of resources.
Internet Evangelist and Training (NET), is described by its author as "An index of fascinating, informative, entertaining and uplifting web pages for born again Christians and Bible believers of all churches and denominations". NET is largely the work of Grantley Morris, an Australian, and covers a vast range of topics of interest to the enquiring Christian.
Of especial relevance to visitors to Confidence in the Word are the articles on the Bible. Our link takes you to an article entitled "Read His Love Letters" which we commend to any who may still be doubtful about the value of reading the Scriptures for themselves.
Although written principally in English, NET also has a number of translated pages in a variety of other languages.
The New Living Translation (NLT) was chosen as the principal version of the Scriptures for Confidence in the Word because of its reliability coupled with readability for those either reading the Bible for the first time or returning to the Bible after a break of some time.
The NLT website includes a range of features to help you with Bible Study - suitable for those new to the Bible as well as the more experienced user.
You may be interested to read a brief, but informative article about the background and principles of translation employed in the NLT, while a more extended critical review of the version is offered by Bible Research.
Compiled by Gordon Smith of Penarth, South Wales, who says: My interest in J B Phillips came from using his highly-readable translation of the New Testament (bought secondhand for 10 pence) to explore the Gospels, Acts, Letters and the Apocalypse for my own purposes. The results of my researches follow.
We hope you will not only find this site interesting, but that it will also deepen your love for God's Word as you read it in one of the earliest, yet still most accessible, of modern versions made by one who was truly a pioneer
The contemporary illustrator, Ian Pollock, has created a remarkable collection of 76 works depicting the miracles and parables of Christ, which have been exhibited in the EICH Gallery, Hull, England.
The picture from which we have taken a detail in Our Only Sure and Safe Foundation is number 31 in the series Parables of Christ.
Rodbourne Cheney Baptist Church describes itself as an evangelical Baptist Church in North Swindon, Wiltshire, England which aims to be a friendly and caring family of Christians of all ages reaching out to share our experience of Jesus Christ with all we meet.
If ever you find yourself in Swindon, you will be most welcome to visit the church and to participate in its worship and other activities.
From the age of 10 Marybeth Stafford knew art would be her passion. Through what she believes to be a divine commission, painting is now not only her vocation but her ministry, the kind that comes from trusting God to enlighten and empower her imagination with images of his heart. Through her compositions Marybeth seeks to intermingle her love of art with her love for God. Drawn to the drama of colour, many of her creations are composite paintings that tell stories of the metamorphosis of the human soul. Why not see for yourself? We are sure you will be uplifted and inspired.
The picture we have used to illustrate the author's meditation on Psalm 1 in may be viewed in a larger format on the artist's What's New? page.
Trans World Radio (UK) is part of a world-wide ministry which makes and broadcasts Christian radio programmes, and also provides transmission, training and follow-up services for both itself and others. TWR-UK supports world mission projects and encourages prayer and financial support. TWR has been active in the UK since the 1960's and has won several prestigious awards for its work. Its programme schedule comprises substantial Bible teaching series as well as Christian music, missionary news updates, and children's programming.
As well as broadcasting on satellite, TWR-UK simultaneously streams its programmes on the internet. TWR-UK is currently working towards transmitting on digital radio; this will make its programmes available to 85% of the UK population, about six times the current satellite audience.
Learn about TWR's worldwide ministry by visiting the international website.
The United Bible Societies (UBS) is a worldwide fellowship of over 130 national Bible societies working in more than 200 countries and territories. Under the UBS "umbrella" these societies join together for consultation, mutual support and action in their task of achieving the widest possible, effective and meaningful distribution of the Holy Scriptures and of helping people interact with the Word of God through art, drama, film, in politics, the media and schools. UBS member societies seek to carry out their task in partnership and co-operation with indigenous Christian Churches and church-related organisations. The reality of all this activity is the wonderful way God is blessing the work, with many, many lives being transformed through acquaintance with the Bible.
UCB is one of the UK’s leading Christian media ministries and has a vision for Christian revival across the UK and a passion to help bring this about, directly or indirectly, one person at a time, irrespective of their religious beliefs. UCB broadcasts Christian radio programming on digital satellite, cable and the web. UCB’s The Word For Today daily Bible devotional has a circulation which exceeded one million people a quarter in 2003.
You can hear the Scriptures read around the clock, seven days a week, on a monthly cycle, using a selection of versions. Our link takes you to the daily programme schedule page which also offers facilities to 'listen now'.
Walk Thru' the Bible is a ministry offering a unique series of Bible survey seminars, enabling participants to grasp the BIG PICTURE of God's revelation in the Scriptures. Originating in an American theological college in 1976, Walk Thru' seminars are now presented to students and adults in many countries.
Bible Explorer, a companion programme for junior school children has more recently been introduced. Working within the constraints of the secular education curriculum, Bible Explorer aims to help children to discover the Bible for themselves through introducing them to the main story line of the Scriptures.
The Whitsun Fellowship webpage offers four short biblical meditations which may be used individually or corporately, together with a simple but helpful pattern for group meditation based upon the early practice of the Whitsun Meditation Groups.
Whitsun Fellowship Meetings are, or have been, held in India, Uganda and Australia. Their intention is to encourage Christians everywhere to form groups among their friends, trusting this will grow into a worldwide movement. Members may be from any denomination that accepts the lordship of Jesus Christ.
Wycliffe Bible Translators UK is part of an international association of Wycliffe organisations comprising of over 5,000 active members from 46 countries. Within the UK its role is to provide the links for churches here to help build the church around the world and give people access to the words of life.
If, after browsing the site, you believe the Lord may be calling you to offer assistance with the work of Wycliffe Translators from where you are in the UK, may we suggest a visit to Wycliffe Associates?
The Year of the Bible programme of the Far Eastern Broadcasting Company (FEBC) was devised to encourage English-speaking people throughout the world to read the entire New Testament in a year. Each day's reading takes about 5 minutes and may be read online in the Contemporary English Version (CEV).
If either you are new to Bible reading, or are returning after a break, we would commend this reading plan to you.
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We offer a selection of UK and overseas Bible and theological colleges and courses and related search engines for those who wish to study the Bible and Bible-related topics in depth or to consider engaging in Christian ministry. Although all are thought to be legitimate educational institutions, we would urge intending students to verify their claims for themselves before paying any fees or commencing a course. |
Bible Ministry College International (BMCI) was founded in London in 1964 by the late Dr Fred Stubbs. The College offers a scripture-based distance learning course leading to a Diploma of Theology and (if required) ordination as evangelist, pastor and/or teacher. The course is at present available only in English, but may be taken anywhere in the world.
Enquiries about the College and the
facilities it offers should be
directed to the Vice-Principal: Rev R. Bragg, 50 Mooreclose Road,
Harrington, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5LB (Tel: +44 (0)1946 833441).
The College has no website at present.
Biblical Studies, Courses and Resources offers a unique range of links to biblical study material as well as self-study and correspondence courses previously taught in churches or bible college. They are written from a messianic Jewish standpoint, and are intended to take the student into "grey" areas usually ignored by mainstream or systematic approaches. Where these touch upon core beliefs, the intention is not to challenge them, but rather to examine shallow or narrow views and to deepen or broaden understanding.
The material offered represents many years of study and teaching. The author humbly recognises that it is not faultless and continually revises it, based upon further understanding gained through ongoing study and teaching.
California Colleges Search is a search engine for colleges, community colleges, schools and universities in the state of California, USA. This includes many secular institutions in addition to several Christian educational establishments.
This is a reciprocal link provided at the request of California Colleges Search. We acknowledge their kindness in providing this facility.
CrossSearch.com is offers links to 39 sites containing resources, information, and programmes for Christian Distance Education offered by Educational Organizations based in four continents - Africa, Australasia, USA and Europe. All courses listed are all offered in English, although some are available in other languages as well.
The CrossSearch Home Page lists the full range of link categories including a substantial Reference section which includes Bible, Bible studies, commentaries and online libraries.
Emmaus Bible School operates in 87
countries and offers courses in 120 languages. Emmaus courses cover every book of
the Bible, together with a range of general topics on aspects of the
Christian faith. There are also courses for children. Emmaus courses are
intentionally non-academic and do not lead to recognised awards, their main aim being to
promote the diligent and systematic study of the Word of God as an aid
to spiritual growth and maturity. Emmaus courses are suitable for individual
or group use.
The School's website is as present being reconstructed. Orders for Emmaus
materials may be placed by telephone by contacting (within the UK)0151
327 1172/6153/7373.
The International Bible Training Institute (IBTI) was founded shortly after the Second World War by the late Fred Squires, an Assemblies of God minister, with the intention of reconciling students from the war-torn countries of Europe. Today, IBTI, which is located in East Sussex, UK, has students from many countries around the world. IBTI offers full-time 2 and 1 year diploma courses. An Applied English language course is available for students with limited English during the 3 weeks prior to the start of the academic year.
The Internet Bible College (IBC) offers a range of college, ministerial, theological, biblical and Christian studies through distance learning by mail or email to students unable to attend a Bible College. Courses may be accessed irrespective of location and regardless of the time available for study. for even the regular mail to provide an adequate service.
IBC also specialises in setting up and supporting local, Church-based Bible Colleges termed "Satellite Colleges" of which there are more than 4,000 in over 120 countries. IBC offers its facilities to all desiring to know God's word but who are unable to attend a bible college for any reason, and especially to Christians in countries where the Gospel is forbidden. IBC offers help in the form of materials and infra- structure for missionaries or pastors in need of further training and support, or who wish to start a bible college in their church or mission-field.
Vision Internet Bible College is an extension of Vision International University (USA).
Kingdom Seek offers a comprehensive directory (including short descriptions and links) of over 20 UK Bible colleges, schools and courses representing a broad range of theological and doctrinal viewpoints and providing courses at all levels. Such a site is a good place to start particularly if you are considering theological education at a advanced level.
The Kingdom Seek directory also offers links to a series of online Bible study resources. The Home Page lists the full range of Kingdom Seek link categories.
Moore College external studies courses:
"seeks to establish, equip and encourage people for growth in their knowledge, love and service of the Lord Jesus Christ through sound biblically based external courses and other resources.”
Although not designed to lead to ordination in any denomination, the courses can nevertheless be a valuable introduction to full-time theological study. Both a distance-learning certificate and lecture-based diploma are available, and many organisations accept these as evidence of basic theological training.
In the UK the Moore College courses may be taken through the Open Bible Institute (please see the following entry).
Moore College's parent body is Moore Theological College, the primary theological college for Anglican ordinands in the Diocese of Sydney, Australia.
Born in 2005 and publicly launched in 2006, the Open Bible Institute seeks to extend the Moore College concept of distance learning. Recognising that the average congregation has people with a wide variety of training needs, the OBI seeks to provide a variety of courses, ranging from one which starts right from basics, assuming no previous Bible knowledge, to others suitable for those who need to be stretched more in their knowledge, understanding and application of the Scriptures.
The OBI aims to be a thoroughly Bible-centred distance learning college that helps churches train both their experienced and inexperienced members alike; provides a structure that an individual can use to take them from basics to degree level over a period of time; is flexible enough to fit into people's busy schedules - with fees that don't put a strain on people's pockets; but also, which never skimps on academic rigour and faithful Bible exposition.
The Open Theological College (OTC) was established by the University of Gloucestershire and a consortium of six leading UK theological colleges to provide students with the opportunity of studying for an open access honours degree in theology by distance learning. Modules are offered at each level in the three fields of Biblical Studies, Doctrine & Church History and Ministry & Mission.
The College writes: "At Redcliffe we're more than just a Bible College - our passion is to prepare Christians for world mission. Our flexible courses range from short courses to certificate, diploma, first degree and MA level. They provide excellent Bible-based cross-cultural mission training for anyone considering, or currently involved in, mission. Study at Redcliffe and you will also develop practical skills through mission placements and experience living in a vibrant cross-cultural and truly international setting.
Trinity College of the Bible and Theological Seminary, based in Newburgh, Indiana, USA offers distance learning courses leading to qualifications at all levels from diploma to doctorate anywhere in the world. Tuition is by various media, including video, DVD, and online, backed up by a comprehensive list of study texts, all in English.
Trinity offers a free online initial evaluation to help potential students identify the most suitable course, together with financial assistance in appropriate circumstances.
The UK Bible College Directory offers a complete listing of accredited evangelical Christian Seminaries, Bible Colleges and schools in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, offering an extensive range of certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications, from individual modules to PhD studies, and whether you require full-time, part-time or correspondence study.
The UK Directory of Bible Colleges offers links to a range of Colleges throughout the UK representing many different denominations and traditions, but all of which are affiliated to the Evangelical Alliance.
Produced by the Association of Bible College Principals, UKBibleColleges.com offers links and an enquiry feature to 26 of the UK's leading evangelical colleges, together with a page of valuable guidance about such important matters as choosing a college and course, paying for a course, further training and information of particular interest to married students.
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This section comprises those Christian directories which have kindly provided links to Confidence in the Word. We gladly reciprocate their kindness. |
ChristSites was created to provide a speedy method of locating Christian websites.
You may search ChristSites directly from here:
Claiming to be the world's largest religious directory, faithfound.com is organised into 27 categories and also offers a series of discussion boards.
UK Christians is described as a Bridge Directory of UK Christian Links: An index of sites with descriptions which allow you to find the site you are after quickly and easily.
You will need to register when you access this site for the first time.
The UK Christian Web aims to make the web more accessible to Christians by offering a one-stop resource for links to UK hosted and high UK content Christian websites. It includes resources for Bible study, together with a directory of churches, events, jobs and a discussion forum, plus links to search engines.
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