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Published in 1904, The Twentieth Century New Testament is considered the first translation of the Bible into modern English. It was produced in Britain over a period of 15 years by approximately 20 people -- ministers, housewives, school teachers and businessmen -- who were united by their desire for a New Testament in the language of the people. They were advised by such scholars as J. Rendel Harris and Richard Weymouth so their rendering is quite accurate. In addition they made some effort at rearranging the New Testament books in the order scholars believe they were written -- Mark comes ...

This second letter from the Apostle Paul to the congregation of believers in the bustling port city of Corinth gives us a much more personal understanding of Paul's apostleship. He defends it rigorously, convincing his followers of his authority from God and his rights under that authority. His appeals to patience and understanding display a great emotional vulnerability in the seasoned preacher and missionary. He discusses the need to support the congregation in Jerusalem with their gifts, and reaffirms and vindicates his position as apostle to the Gentiles. - Summary by Mark Penfold

LibriVox recording of Bible Passages Collection 003 with selections from the American Standard Version, King James Version, World English Bible, Emphasized, Bible, Catholic Public Domain Bible, Morgan New Testament, and Updated King James Version. (summary by MaryAnn)

The Gospel according to Matthew is the first book of the New Testament. It contains one of the most complete accounts of Jesus' life and teachings and represents Jesus' incarnation and human nature. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

Richard Francis Weymouth was born on October 26, 1822 near Plymouth Dock, now known as Devonport, near Plymouth, Devonshire, in England. Dr. Weymouth was a Bible scholar and a philologist (a student of the origins of language), as well as a layman, in the English Baptist denomination. He edited "The Resultant Greek Text", after which he based his "New Testament in Modern Speech", which was published posthumously in 1903. He passed away on December 27, 1902 in Essex. His work is known for its simpler language and use in private reading. (Summary by Mark Penfold)

The Epistle of Paul to the Colossians is a letter written by Paul the Apostle and Timothy to the church in Colossae. It reminds Christians how to live without being bound by the laws and opinions of others and advises instead to look to Christ. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Epistle to the Ephesians is a letter from Paul the Apostle that addresses 'the saints who are in Ephesus'. It pertains to the unity and reconciliation of all of creation through the church and Christ. This audiobook is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

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The Second Epistle of Peter, written by Saint Peter, is a letter that deals with a threatening heresy which had arisen because the anticipated Second Coming of Christ had not yet occurred. In the letter Peter tells Christians in Asia Minor how to grow in their faith, warns about false teachers and explains about Jesus' return. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective.

The First Epistle of John is the fourth Catholic epistle in the New Testament. The epistle counters docetic beliefs and teaches Christians how to discern true teachers - by their ethics, their teachings on Jesus and their love. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The First Epistle of Peter was written by Peter the Apostle to the various churches suffering religious persecution in Asia Minor. Peter advises that when Christians suffer, they should trust God more and be joyful because Jesus died for them. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Second Epistle of John, attributed to John the Evangelist, is a book of the New Testament that urges Christians to love one another and disregard false teachings. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

1 Timothy, accredited to Apostle Paul, is a letter containing guidance to his follower, colleague and delegate Timothy. Paul writes about false teachers and how to support the church. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective.

The Second Epistle to the Corinthians is a letter from Paul the Apostle (and 'Timothy our brother') to 'the church of God which is at Corinth'. The epistle recalls the difficulties and hardships Paul endured in the service of Christ. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective.

The First Epistle to the Thessalonians was likely the first of Paul the Apostle's letters. Addressed to the Christians of Thessalonica, 1 Thessalonians contains a strong personal message of encouragement and reassurance of their faith, love and hope in God. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective.

The book of Revelation is an apocalyptic document that occupies a central place in Christian eschatology. It describes events that will take place at the end of the world; the ultimate victory of Christ is the dominant theme. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Epistle of Jude is a letter that warns the church about men who deny Jesus and explains that God will exact punishment for their irreverence. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Third Epistle of John, attributed to John the Evangelist, is a book of the New Testament that was intended to encourage and strengthen Gaius (a group of Christians) and to warn them about false teachers. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Epistle of James is a letter urging Jewish Christians to persevere in the face of persecution and is also a practical letter dealing with Christian ethics and insisting that actions, not words, are the mark of a disciple of Christ. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....