The Product Recommendation ...

I rarely do this ... that is publicly recommend or endorse something. But I saw the previews of the upcoming ESV Study Bible (yes - I get book previews), and I have to say it is a really impressive Study Bible. It uses the English Standard Version translation which is an excellent word-for-word literal translation. Even though it is very literal it is also very understandable. It is also a lot less clunky that the NRSV translation that we use in the Episcopal Church. Plus, the study notes look like a good mix of historical information and practical application. I've pre-ordered a copy for myself. Check it out!