The NIV Beautiful Word Bible

Visually Stunning!!! Those were my first thoughts as I hurriedly ripped open the box. I saw this exquisite Bible in a catalog I receive semi-annually. I knew I had to have it the moment I saw it. And who wouldn't want it. Boasting the following features, the NIV Beautiful Word Bible by Zondervan has you at hello. Features include:

      500 full color illustrated verses

      Wide margins for your own art-

        work or journaling 

      Complete NIV text

      Extra special paper to serve as 

        the canvas for all your inspired 

        work

 

 The artwork truly is vibrant. I have been waiting now for a long time for a Bible such as this. If you are familiar with the Illustrated Faith community you understand the niche for the NIV Beautiful Word Bible. I have seen so many talented women that create these works of art in their Bibles. It's amazing to see the creativity that these talented women possess. Now, if you are like me, and are lacking a bit in the creativity department, but long to have your own faith art Bible- this is a match made in heaven for you. The beauty of it all is that accompanied  with the ready made illustrations, you also get ample space to make your own art or even poems. Some of us have been gifted with the use of our words rather than drawing or painting. And that's ok. It's ok because Zondevan has felt our need and delivered! Can I get an AMEN??!!

 

 All the artwork is indexed at the end of the Bible by artist/Illustrator. The page numbers are given to easily find a specific piece. I was happy to see this included. I just may have to look some of these talented individuals to see if they offer other works. The whole package is really inspiring. It makes you want to dive right into The Word. 

   If ordering the NIV Beautiful Word Bible from the internet you have the ability to customize some of the artwork. Also, if faith art journaling is "your thing" then by all means- join the conversation with #illustratedfaith .  The Bible comes with a dust jacket but in my opinion, the actual cover is much more handsome. A teal book mark will help you keep your place. There is ample space for notes, art or journaling- exactly like a wide margin or journaling bible. The only thing I was slightly disappointed with was the paper quality. Not that it's poor by any means. I was just expecting a little more judging from the description I was provided. Even so- this little grievance was not enough to subtract from my overall rating. And the rating is.... 5/5 of course! I would recommend the NIV Beautiful Word Bible to anyone looking to get into the Faith Art Journaling community, or to anyone who can appreciate a good work of art. The possibilities are endless.  

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