This Bible is specifically designed to help you study and apply th Bible to daily life. Includes over 10,000 notes to help explain God's Word and challenge you to apply its truth. Each Bible book begins with a short study of the major themes presented, including their historical and biblical significance. Over 100 key Bible characters are profiled. Each contains a biographical sketch; a key lesson from that person's strengths, accomplishments, weaknesses and mistakes. A "Harmony of the Gospels" section cross-references events in the four gospels, the parables and miracles of Jesus are listed and Messianic prophecies and their New Testament fulfillment are listed. The "Christian Worker's Resource" helps for five key areas of ministry: sharing your faith, discipling a new believer, maximizing an application-based Bible, group teaching and leading, and everday application. The comprehensive index/dictionary/concordance are ideal for study and teaching preparation.