Introduction

YEARS AGO when I was a new Christian, someone introduced me to Daily Walk devotional magazine. The daily reading plan and explanations in that study guide—and later in The Daily Walk Bible—gave me a deep foundation in God’s Word and accelerated my spiritual growth dramatically. I found that using a tool that not only guides me through the Bible but also offers devotional insights along the way can be one of the most enriching experiences a Christian can have. It brings me face to face with God’s truth daily.

Now as president of Walk Thru the Bible, I have abundant opportunities to offer God’s Word to Christians around the world. I’ve seen how powerfully a solid biblical foundation can transform the lives of people, the ministries of churches, and even the fabric of society. I’ve heard story after story of people getting into God’s Word in a systematic way and being so radically impacted that they’re never the same.

That’s why I value this Bible so much and why I’m so enthusiastic about recommending it to you. It brings together the devotional content of Daily Walk and the biblical text itself. There are many ways to use this tool—for your personal time with God, in small group discussions, for family devotionals, as a year-long overview, or for specific topical and character studies. Regardless of how you use it, you’ll find your confidence in the Bible and your attitudes toward God and others being transformed by the power of His Word. You’ll begin to understand how all of the books of the Bible fit with each other and how to approach the problems you face each day. You’ll find in these pages the full range of human emotions and experiences—the joys, the heartaches, the celebrations, the laments, the hopes, and the fears of God’s people down through the ages. Most importantly, you’ll encounter the living God.

My prayer for you as you read and study this Bible is that God will equip you with a deeper understanding of His ways, inspire you with greater energy for His work, and bless you with a fuller, richer relationship with Him.

Chip Ingram

President, Walk Thru the Bible