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NIV Lectio Bible: A simple, ancient way to read the library of Scripture, Cloth over Board: The Practicing the Way edition with an introduction by John Mark Comer
Rediscover a contemplative method of reading Scripture with the NIV Lectio Bible's seamless, minimalistic design.
The Lectio Bible is a companion to the Scripture Practice from John Mark Comer and Practicing the Way, a nonprofit that creates resources to help churches apprentice in the Way of Jesus. Developed to combat our culture of distraction and hurry and invite you into the spiritual practice of scripture reading, this elegant, single-column Bible fosters a slower, more immersive reading experience.
With chapters, verses, and subheadings removed—and footnotes shifted to the end of each book—you’ll develop a habit of unhurried, open, and reflective Scripture reading.
"To sit at Jesus’ feet today is to immerse our mind and imagination in the writings of Scripture… This is the posture of an apprentice of Jesus. And yet this is not how many of us approach the library of ancient scrolls we call the Bible. As apprentices of Jesus, our goal in the practice of reading Scripture…is to read it in such a way that we are formed into people who are like Jesus through spending time in his presence and peace. This is how Scripture was designed to be read." — John Mark Comer
Full text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV).Single-column layout with chapter and verse numbers removed to allow for seamless, distraction-free reading.Introduction by John Mark Comer, founder of Practicing the Way.Complements the Scripture Practice, one of nine core spiritual disciplines to help integrate the habits of Jesus into your daily life, from Practicing the Way.Black letter text in 9.5 print size for the optimum reading experienceElegant, durable cloth over board cover lies flat when openSatin ribbon marker
The Lectio Bible is a companion to the Scripture Practice from John Mark Comer and Practicing the Way, a nonprofit that creates resources to help churches apprentice in the Way of Jesus. Developed to combat our culture of distraction and hurry and invite you into the spiritual practice of scripture reading, this elegant, single-column Bible fosters a slower, more immersive reading experience.
With chapters, verses, and subheadings removed—and footnotes shifted to the end of each book—you’ll develop a habit of unhurried, open, and reflective Scripture reading.
"To sit at Jesus’ feet today is to immerse our mind and imagination in the writings of Scripture… This is the posture of an apprentice of Jesus. And yet this is not how many of us approach the library of ancient scrolls we call the Bible. As apprentices of Jesus, our goal in the practice of reading Scripture…is to read it in such a way that we are formed into people who are like Jesus through spending time in his presence and peace. This is how Scripture was designed to be read." — John Mark Comer
Full text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV).Single-column layout with chapter and verse numbers removed to allow for seamless, distraction-free reading.Introduction by John Mark Comer, founder of Practicing the Way.Complements the Scripture Practice, one of nine core spiritual disciplines to help integrate the habits of Jesus into your daily life, from Practicing the Way.Black letter text in 9.5 print size for the optimum reading experienceElegant, durable cloth over board cover lies flat when openSatin ribbon marker
1856 pages, Hardcover
Published January 14, 2025
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1,997 books114 followersZondervan is an international Christian media and publishing company. Zondervan is a founding member of the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA). They are a part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc. and has multiple imprints including Zondervan Academic, Zonderkidz, Blink, and Editorial Vida. Zondervan is the commercial rights holder for the New International Version (NIV) Bible in North America.
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April 4, 2026
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
John 1:1
John 1:1
October 13, 2025
Very readable compared to original text. No reference points beyond headings.
This version of the bible makes it very easy to understand and can be read much like a novel. For me personally, I purchased the Kindle and the audible version as my comprehension is greatly enhanced by reading the words while listening to the words being read. The failure to include any references beyond the book heading makes it extremely difficult to find your place when you somehow have gotten out of sync with the audio version, or if you wished to find any specific reference. Except for that, I believe I will finish reading the bible from beginning to end for the first time in my many years of life.
This version of the bible makes it very easy to understand and can be read much like a novel. For me personally, I purchased the Kindle and the audible version as my comprehension is greatly enhanced by reading the words while listening to the words being read. The failure to include any references beyond the book heading makes it extremely difficult to find your place when you somehow have gotten out of sync with the audio version, or if you wished to find any specific reference. Except for that, I believe I will finish reading the bible from beginning to end for the first time in my many years of life.
December 25, 2025
Transformative. Transcendent. Triune. Breathtaking. Beautiful. Binge-worthy.
Life or death. Blessings or curses. Satisfaction or starvation. Kingdom or Empire. Humility or Pride. Freedom or slavery. Trust or control. Surrender or striving. Jerusalem or Babylon.
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Life or death. Blessings or curses. Satisfaction or starvation. Kingdom or Empire. Humility or Pride. Freedom or slavery. Trust or control. Surrender or striving. Jerusalem or Babylon.
https://campbelllakatos.substack.com/...
August 19, 2025
I read this bible as part of a 40 day challenge and really enjoyed it. The "readers" format really makes things flow in a different sort of way and it is an experience I would recommend for anyone looking to change up their Bible reading.
As far as the NIV goes (it is now the 7th translation that I've read), I enjoyed it, but it didn't stick out to me really in any way, positively or negatively. It was a very enjoyable translation, but there wasn't anything about it that would bring it to the top of my list as a specific recommendation for someone...
As far as the NIV goes (it is now the 7th translation that I've read), I enjoyed it, but it didn't stick out to me really in any way, positively or negatively. It was a very enjoyable translation, but there wasn't anything about it that would bring it to the top of my list as a specific recommendation for someone...
February 25, 2026
This is (so far) my favourite "readers edition" of the bible. Easiest version to read large portions of passages, and get lost in the story.
August 18, 2026
Tried to do the shred…. Lol.
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February 13, 2026The easiest reading Bible that I have used. Since it reads like a actual book. Paul's books sound like a letter without the distraction of chapters and verses. When just wanting to read thru the Bible, this is the version that I will use again.
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