Our Mission

Our website was inspired by more than fifteen years of collectively studying, learning, and teaching the Bible in small-group settings.

We have dedicated this site specifically to the four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. While there are many books, websites, and videos that compare the accounts of the four Gospels, we wanted to take that study one step further.

Our goal is to develop professional, in-depth Bible studies that examine specific events witnessed and recorded throughout the four Gospels. By studying these accounts side by side, we hope to provide a deeper understanding of the events, teachings, and ministry of Jesus Christ.

Our studies are designed for everyone and can be used for personal Bible study, small-group discussions, Sunday school classes, or larger group settings.

Using Our Bible Study Materials

Can I use these materials for my small-group Bible study sessions? Absolutely!

We encourage you to use our Bible study materials to help teach, lead discussions, and encourage others in their walk with Christ. Whether you are leading a small group, teaching a class, or studying with family and friends, our goal is to help make God's Word more accessible and understandable.

We believe that what we learn through God's Word should be shared with others. We encourage you to use these studies as a resource to promote discussion, deepen understanding, and help others grow in their faith.

• People may print copies for their group members.

• Church leaders may use the studies in classes.

• Materials may be shared electronically with participants.

• Republishing the materials on another website requires permission.

Our Commitment to Making God's Word Accessible

We spent considerable time discussing whether to charge for access to the materials on this website. There were two sides to the discussion.

On one hand, we recognized that people sometimes place greater value on something when they have to pay for it. On the other hand, we never wanted the cost of accessing our studies to become an obstacle to learning and sharing God's Word.

Ultimately, we agreed that regardless of where someone is in their walk with God, money should never be a barrier to studying His Word.

We are called to be disciples and to share what we have learned with others. With that in mind, we have chosen to make our Bible study materials available without charge.

The research, development, and creation of each study are provided by our team at no cost to the reader. We plan to offer an optional donation opportunity to help offset the ongoing expenses of maintaining the website and associated licensing and copyright costs.

Our hope is simple: that these studies will bless others and encourage more people to grow in their understanding of God's Word.

Why We Use the New King James Version (NKJV)

There are many English translations of the Holy Bible available today. We experienced this firsthand within our own study group. At one point, our members were using five different translations: KJV, NKJV, NASB, NIV, and NLT.

This led us to take a closer look at Bible translations and the differences between them.

Generally, English Bible translations fall into three broad categories:

1. Word-for-Word (Formal Equivalence)

These translations aim to follow the wording and structure of the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts as closely as practical while still communicating clearly in English.

Examples include:

• King James Version (KJV)

• New King James Version (NKJV)

• New American Standard Bible (NASB)

• English Standard Version (ESV)

2. Thought-for-Thought (Dynamic Equivalence)

These translations focus more on communicating the meaning and intent of the original passages in natural, understandable English. They can be especially helpful for readers who prefer more contemporary language.

Examples include:

• New International Version (NIV)

• New Living Translation (NLT)

• New Revised Standard Version (NRSV)

• Christian Standard Bible (CSB)

• New Century Version (NCV)

3. Paraphrase

Paraphrases take greater freedom in expressing biblical passages using contemporary language and phrasing. They can be helpful for devotional reading and gaining a fresh perspective on familiar passages.

However, because paraphrases involve greater interpretive freedom, we recommend comparing them with more closely translated versions when studying Scripture in depth or examining doctrinal questions.

Each translation approach has its strengths and limitations. No English translation can perfectly reproduce every nuance of the original languages. Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek contain words and expressions that sometimes have no direct English equivalent.

As students of God's Word, we believe it is important to look beyond simply reading Scripture and take the time to understand the meaning and context of what we are studying.

After much discussion, our group collectively agreed to use the New King James Version (NKJV) as the primary translation for our studies.

We appreciate the NKJV because it maintains much of the traditional language and structure of the King James Version while updating the vocabulary to make it more accessible to modern readers.

While we recognize the value of other translations, the NKJV provides a balance between traditional wording and modern readability that works well for our studies.

Our Hope for You

We hope you enjoy your journey through these studies and, most importantly, continue growing in your walk with God.

Understanding and comprehending His Word is important, but we believe we are also called to put what we learn into practice and share it with others.

God has given each of us different strengths, gifts, and talents. We are encouraged to use those gifts to serve others and further His Kingdom.

So we leave you with one question:

What are your gifts, and how will you use them to share what you have learned?

May God bless you in your studies and in your walk with Him.