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31 Days to Get The Message: Psalms and Proverbs Audiobook
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Read the Psalms & Proverbs again. . . for the very first time. Experience the most often-read books of the Bible in a fresh, eye-opening way. The books of Psalms and Proverbs are presented in a thirty-one day devotional format. Each daily devotional includes readings from both Psalms and Proverbs that are selected to inspire and instruct. The Psalms pull every scrap and dimension of human expeience into the presence of God, and the Proverbs sharpen our insights into every day life. Peterson’s version will challenge you to see God’s Word in a whole new light.
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"I started with a Ryrie Study Bible and that is a great Bible. The Message by Eugene Peterson has been a great study Bible as well and I can appreciate his desire to bring out or to help bring out the true "tone" and depth of emotion from what was being said and taught by Jesus and by His disciples."
— Blaise (5 out of 5 stars)
31 Days to Get The Message: Psalms and Proverbs Listener Reviews
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" Absolutely fantastic. The Word of God in contemporary language without losing the true import or meaning. "
— Jonathan, 2/20/2014 -
" I love this translation of the Bible. It is refreshing and invigorating to read it from a different perspective written by a great Bible teacher and scholar. I love the fact that he is trying to reach out to everyone in everyday language. "
— Marian, 2/14/2014 -
" This translation of the Bible renders the text unrecognizable to any word-for-word and most thought-for-thought translations. In its efforts to be conversational, the language is bastardized. It is a sad commentary on the state of the church that so many in Christendom teach from this Bible in the general assembly. This translation should have been shelved. "
— Phileo, 2/11/2014 -
" This is by far the best translation of the Bible for simply reading. The modern language and writing simplifies many messages of the Bible. I would recommend this to anyone, particularly teens and new believers who are just learning "The Message". "
— Brenda, 2/2/2014 -
" okay, how does one rate the Bible? Anyway, the message remix is a really excellent version to read if you wqnt to read straight through...not use it as a study bible. I used it this year to read start to finish in a year and i comprehended so much more in this modern format. "
— Barb, 1/31/2014 -
" AMMMMMMMazing. engages my 5 and 6 year old really well with the devotional stuff at the end. they like the pics a ton, too - the illustrations encourage questions, but really, the questions and activities at the end of each story MAKE this little devotional Bible paraphrase for kids. "
— Jill, 1/26/2014 -
" I read this along side the NRSV (New Revised Standard Version). It is excellent! "
— Shawn, 1/15/2014 -
" I know many people loved the way he "translated" the bible into modern day words. I didn't like it. It felt like I was reading someone else's interpretation and I didn't like the way he put things. :( "
— Monica, 1/12/2014 -
" Fast, easy-to-read and understand. Great complement to other versions of the Bible. "
— Kimberly, 1/5/2014 -
" Wonderful opportunity and learning to read through the entire Bible in one year. The Message really made that possible with its contemporary, easy to understand language. "
— David, 1/3/2014 -
" Enjoyable paraphrase of the Bible. Some areas are stronger than others - the Psalms tend to read like bad 60's poetry. But a great take on the Good Book. "
— Chris, 12/29/2013 -
" I absolutely love listening to this paraphrase of the Bible. I love listening to whole books at a time. Such flowing, powerful prose. "
— Bryan, 12/21/2013 -
" This is the perfect Bible for those who've always wanted to read it, but were either intimidated by it or couldn't get past the language (especially the KJ version). Very readable, down-to-earth language that does a pretty good job of capturing the essence of the Bible. A great place to start. "
— Andy, 11/19/2013 -
" not always precise. but it's always a fresh breath/different take on the Word. "
— Kenny, 11/18/2013 -
" This will forever be in my currently-reading list for as long as I live! lol! "
— Christian, 11/11/2013 -
" best version of the bible!! "
— Cathy, 9/8/2013 -
" Okay, so I can't really say I've read this whole book. I enjoy reading the contemporary language, and I think it broadens and deepens my understanding of passages. "
— Robbie, 8/28/2013 -
" It is really easy to follow and can hold your attention. It is better than a feature length movie and it will give you more goosebumps as well. "
— Joash, 8/14/2013 -
" I enjoyed it; I haven't ever read the whole Bible before this, it simplified things to a point that made them easier to understand in a contemporary way... which, I guess that was the point. "
— Ashley, 7/26/2013 -
" I read this one last year and I'll tell ya, I did not like some of the wording used. You could tell this author was very aged due to some of the ways he worded things and I just couldn't relate. "
— Beth, 7/18/2013 -
" I love to use my message bible as a reference when I don't "get it" in the KJV. "
— Shelley23, 4/4/2013 -
" Excellent, contemporary, version of the Bible. Some may argue that it is taken out of context, but in my belief it simply a layman's language of comprehension. "
— Ross, 5/22/2012 -
" Always reading this one. Brings the Bible into toady's terms. "
— Jujujong, 4/27/2012 -
" I love this version of the Bible. Written for his grandson, Eugene Peterson writes this paraphrase in such an easy to understand manner. "
— Robin, 12/1/2011 -
" Read this as an audiobook over the past year for my devotions. Excellent. "
— John, 8/22/2011 -
" It's not a book to study, that is, this version, but it's a great read. "
— Bob, 7/18/2011
About Eugene H. Peterson
Eugene H. Peterson, (1932-2018) pastor, scholar, poet, and writer, was the author of more than twenty books, including The Contemplative Pastor. He founded Christ Our King Presbyterian Church in Bel Air, Maryland, and pastored that church for twenty-nine years. He was professor emeritus of spiritual theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia, and lived with his wife, Jan, in Montana. They had three children and six grandchildren.
About Kelly Ryan Dolan
Kelly Dolan is a voice-over artist, filmmaker, and creative media producer based in Chicago. He also produces two podcasts Ears of Steel: The Podcast, a weekly travel & entertainment podcast hosted by author Bart Scott, and Stay Cool, Geek, a comedy podcast hosted by writer/director Kurt Larson. In addition to his media work, he is a voice artist who records radio spots, product demo narrations, and audiobooks for companies such as The New York Times, Zondervan, and Oasis Audio.