Ohh John I feel so good right now…
For over 25 years, I’ve been reading and studying the KJV (King James Version) since I first began with brother Gary in the OT (Old Testament) class.
I’m currently reading s l o w l y through Genesis, YOUR version, PJV (Pastor John’s Version),* and I am getting so much more out of it! It almost makes me cry… how much more vivid are my visualization of the scenes, and my understanding is heightened.
As I compare each sentence to the KJV, I can appreciate our translation SO MUCH MORE. I can appreciate the BIBLE so much more! The stories are more emotionally moving than ever before. I really FELT for Hagar when she was cast out by Sarai, and God’s angel met her in the wilderness.
I feel the value of our translation is in the familiar vernacular, in which we speak, but also the accuracy of the translation comes through!
I feel so blessed–as if the holy ghost is really influencing my reading this time.
I thank God for your tireless work.
We are all enjoying the OT class, by the way. Stuart fervently emphasized that the MAPS are important!
We’re a good group and the fellowship is valuable.
Brad