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Using Reader's Mode in the New ESV Bible App

We removed verse numbers, section headings, and translation footnotes so as to declutter each page and help readers focus their attention on the biblical text itself.

4 Prayers to Pray When You’re Afraid

When fear paralyzes you, turn to the Lord through his word and in prayer and be comforted by the light that overcomes darkness.

2 New Bible Study Resources for ESV.org

Access two resources via subscription on ESV.org that will prove valuable as you study, apply, and teach God's Word.

Podcast: What’s the Deal with Melchizedek? (Daniel Stevens)

Daniel Stevens addresses some difficult passages in the book of Hebrews and how we should read all of Scripture as it points forward to Christ.

9 Notable Quotes from ‘Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy’

Lament gives us a language to express our grief and sorrow to God, while asking him to lead us to deeper trust.

Podcast: A Christian Perspective on Depression (Kathryn Butler, MD)

Kathryn Butler shares encouraging insights that offer hope for those who struggle with depression and help for those seeking to care for someone who does.

Podcast: Understanding the World of the Bible through Archaeology (David Chapman)

How can archaeology bolster our faith and enhance our understanding of the Bible?

The Heart Behind the ESV

The ESV is an “essentially” translation of the Bible in contemporary English emphasizing “word-for-word” accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning.

9 Notable Quotes from Coronavirus and Christ

The only firm foundation we have in an unpredictable world is the rock of Jesus Christ.

12 Notable Quotes from Confronting Christianity

The gospel challenges some of our culture’s deepest beliefs and can prompt a lot of questions, yet we are called to make a defense for our hope.

Introducing the Crossway Short Classics Series

Rediscover these historically significant classic works and be encouraged by timeless truths for all Christians.

4 Ideas for Art Journaling with Your ESV Digital Scripture Journal

Here are just a few ideas for how you might use the ESV Digital Scripture Journal to express your creativity and connect with God through Scripture.

Video: Nancy Guthrie on Pretending to Teach the Bible

In this video, popular author and Bible study leader Nancy Guthrie explains a valuable tip for those looking to study the Bible well.

On Bible Translations: A Q&A with Leland Ryken - Part 1

Leland Ryken clarifies some of the issues of modern Bible translation and makes a case for an essentially literal approach.

Podcast: What You Believe about God's Sovereignty Matters for Real Life (Paul Tripp)

Paul Tripp discusses what the Bible actually teaches about the extent of God’s sovereignty, the purpose of evil and suffering, and the idea of free will.

Introducing ‘Do You Believe?’ by Paul David Tripp

Paul David Tripp takes a close look at 12 core doctrines and how they engage and transform the human heart and mind.

9 Passages to Read about Marriage

Scripture speaks to how husbands and wives should honor and love one another for the good of each other and the glory of God.

Podcast: How to Explain the Hypostatic Union to a Fifth Grader (Stephen Wellum)

Stephen Wellum explains where we see the hypostatic union taught in Scripture and highlights why all Christians would benefit from taking time to think carefully about Jesus being fully God and fully man.

Podcast: The Surprising Power of Lament (Mark Vroegop)

Mark Vroegop shares his family’s story of loss and grief, recounting how God used that experience to introduce him to the biblical concept of lament.

Podcast: If You Don’t Catechize Your Kids, the World Will (Kevin DeYoung)

Kevin DeYoung talks about how Christians (parents and non-parents alike) can help children to trust Jesus, embrace the Bible, and love others—even those with whom we disagree.

The Final Days of Jesus: Saturday, April 4, AD 33

In this video series, well-known New Testament scholars explore the background and significance of the history-shaping events that occurred during Jesus's last week on earth.

Podcast: Answering Hard Questions about Predestination and Free Will (Andy Naselli)

Andy Naselli answers a few of the most common questions about the doctrine of predestination, including what the Bible really says about it and what impact this teaching may have on the idea of free will.

Podcast: Why Did God Let Job Suffer? (Christopher Ash)

Christopher Ash discusses the story of Job and how God's goodness shines through suffering. He also explores the roles of Satan, the fall, and the cross of Jesus Christ in human suffering.

Podcast: Reading the Psalms with Jesus in View (Dane Ortlund)

Dane Ortlund discusses how the psalms uniquely invite us into prayer and devotion, how they reflect the greatness of God, and how he cares for his people.

Custom ESV Bibles for All

The Custom ESV Bible Program allows you to create a custom cover to represent your church, ministry, or organization.

The Bible’s Big Message

As we first begin to read the Bible, we may be overwhelmed at the many different stories and characters. But there is a single big story that is told all through the Bible.

Podcast: The Truth about Satan and Demons (Iain Duguid)

What does the Bible really teaches us about the devil and how can we avoid overestimating or underestimating his impact on the world?

Introducing ‘The Biggest Story ABC’ Board Book

Kevin DeYoung has once again teamed up with illustrator Don Clark to create a new ABC board book for kids aimed at walking them through the Bible's overarching story.

Introducing the ‘ESV Reader's Letters of Paul’

Enjoy reading the thirteen letters of the apostle Paul without verse or chapter numbers in a clean, single-column format.

The ESV Study Bible now available in Korean

Crossway announces the publication of the ESV Study Bible into Korean, the first complete translation of the ESV Study Bible into another language.