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The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible: A Life Principles Resource
The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible delivers Dr.Stanley's cherished values to benefit every Christian in his or herlife's pursuits. With more than 250,000 in print, The Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible communicates the life principles Dr. Stanley has gleaned from the Word through his years of Bible teaching and pastoral ministry. The result is a Bible overflowing with practical articles, notes, and sidebars that help readers understand what the Bible has to say about life's most important questions. Features Part of the Signature Series line of Thomas Nelson Bibles.
1800 pages, Hardcover
First published November 1, 2005
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About the author
Charles F. Stanley
554 books686 followersDr. Charles F. Stanley is the senior pastor of First Baptist Church Atlanta, founder of In Touch Ministries, and a New York Times best-selling author who has written more than fifty books, and has sold more than nine million copies. He demonstrates a keen awareness of people's needs and provides Christ-centered, biblically-based principles for everyday life.
Charles Frazier Stanley was born September 25, 1932, in the small town of Dry Fork, Virginia. The only child of Charley and Rebecca Stanley, Charles came into the world during a time when the entire nation felt the grip of the Great Depression. To make matters worse, just nine months later, his father Charley died at the young age of 29.
However, Charles refused to let the Great Depression or the difficulties of his life define him. Instead, like his father and grandfather before him, he clung to God’s Word and took up the mantle to preach the gospel to whoever would listen.
Dr. Stanley’s motivation is best represented by the truth found in Acts 20:24, “Life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus—the work of telling others the Good News about God's mighty kindness and love.” This is because, as he says, “It is the Word of God and the work of God that changes people’s lives.”
Dr. Stanley’s teachings can be heard weekly at First Baptist Church Atlanta, daily on “In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley” radio and television broadcasts on more than 2,800 stations around the world, on the Internet at intouch.org, through the In Touch Messenger, and in the monthly, award-winning In Touch magazine.
Charles Frazier Stanley was born September 25, 1932, in the small town of Dry Fork, Virginia. The only child of Charley and Rebecca Stanley, Charles came into the world during a time when the entire nation felt the grip of the Great Depression. To make matters worse, just nine months later, his father Charley died at the young age of 29.
However, Charles refused to let the Great Depression or the difficulties of his life define him. Instead, like his father and grandfather before him, he clung to God’s Word and took up the mantle to preach the gospel to whoever would listen.
Dr. Stanley’s motivation is best represented by the truth found in Acts 20:24, “Life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus—the work of telling others the Good News about God's mighty kindness and love.” This is because, as he says, “It is the Word of God and the work of God that changes people’s lives.”
Dr. Stanley’s teachings can be heard weekly at First Baptist Church Atlanta, daily on “In Touch with Dr. Charles Stanley” radio and television broadcasts on more than 2,800 stations around the world, on the Internet at intouch.org, through the In Touch Messenger, and in the monthly, award-winning In Touch magazine.
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January 1, 2026
EVERY day you get a slice of (1) the Old Testament, (2) Psalms/Proverbs, and (3) the New Testament. Additionally, you get all the Life Principles, notes and explanations, highlighted promises, etc. It has added a whole new perspective to my morning quiet time. Instead of reading someone else's commentary on the Word, I am reading THE WORD.
This book makes you WANT to be faithful to your morning quiet time, devotional, and evening "last thoughts before bed" time. I absolutely love it. It is just one more example of how the Holy Spirit has used Dr. Stanley to bless believers and draw them into closer relationships with their God.
This book makes you WANT to be faithful to your morning quiet time, devotional, and evening "last thoughts before bed" time. I absolutely love it. It is just one more example of how the Holy Spirit has used Dr. Stanley to bless believers and draw them into closer relationships with their God.
August 12, 2012
He is one of the best authors for Christian encouragement.
December 14, 2012
An excellent study Bible!
February 28, 2009
I've had devotional Bibles before, but this is my favorite. I've had daily reading Bibles before, hoping to keep with the daily readings every day (that's the point, right? lol), but I didn't stay with the program more than a couple of weeks. This daily Bible has kept me engaged for a year now. Yes, I miss days, even weeks sometimes, but I do go back. Charles Stanley's devotional thoughts and comments touch me on every page, and keep me reading. I love this Bible, and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an engaging daily read to enrich your daily walk with the Lord.
January 22, 2017
I enjoyed studying this Bible. The life principles are very helpful for getting a better understanding of scripture. It has a very handy life principles reference guide to look things up quickly which I found helpful. It also has maps to show significant events and where they took place to really get a clearer understanding of events. It has a concordance which I found helpful and a section in the back to take notes. I found it to be a really good study Bible.
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January 10, 2010Will continue to study along with my KJV Liberty Study Bible as I always love the Language of the King James Version most. This is one I read daily as there is no way to ever finish until one day I stand before Him, my savior. Like the sweet loveletters that must be reread continually.
January 10, 2026
This is the best study Bible I have ever read, and I have to think it is one of the best ever made. I have read it all the way through two times in about 20 years.
Take note that this Bible is broken up into daily reading, moving forward through the books of the Bible in order, starting with Genesis from the Old Testament, some of Psalms and some of Proverbs, and then starting with Matthew in the New Testament. If you are looking for a reading plan, this is a good one. You don't have to worry about keeping up with the dates (e.g. January 1, 2, etc.). I just read it one day at a time; the reading selections are not tied to the calendar. This can make it harder to flip through this Bible to find the book and chapter you are looking for. You would be better off having a regular Bible to reference for that purpose.
What makes this study Bible uniquely great are the 30 Life Principles from Dr. Stanley that are distributed throughout. Growing up listening to Dr. Stanley preach, I have heard several of these. Having the specific verses referenced and a full page essay written about each one really helps to hammer it home into memory.
There are also a few thousand in-line notes and highlights with further "life lessons" that help to add context to the reading. This is not a full study Bible where nearly every verse has a footnote. It is focused upon drawing out God's wisdom and applying the Bible's truths to your daily life. In particular, there are hundreds of God's promises highlighted and called out.
If you have the chance, I would recommend purchasing a hardcover version of this Bible. I have a paperback and it is starting to become a bit worn on the outer cover, although the print quality of the pages is superb.
Dr. Stanley and the editors of this study Bible have really made the truths and implications of the Bible applicable to any reader, without too many words or without watering down the original NKJV translation. I would recommend this study Bible to any age reader, perhaps older than 15, and to any believer at any stage in their walk with God.
Take note that this Bible is broken up into daily reading, moving forward through the books of the Bible in order, starting with Genesis from the Old Testament, some of Psalms and some of Proverbs, and then starting with Matthew in the New Testament. If you are looking for a reading plan, this is a good one. You don't have to worry about keeping up with the dates (e.g. January 1, 2, etc.). I just read it one day at a time; the reading selections are not tied to the calendar. This can make it harder to flip through this Bible to find the book and chapter you are looking for. You would be better off having a regular Bible to reference for that purpose.
What makes this study Bible uniquely great are the 30 Life Principles from Dr. Stanley that are distributed throughout. Growing up listening to Dr. Stanley preach, I have heard several of these. Having the specific verses referenced and a full page essay written about each one really helps to hammer it home into memory.
There are also a few thousand in-line notes and highlights with further "life lessons" that help to add context to the reading. This is not a full study Bible where nearly every verse has a footnote. It is focused upon drawing out God's wisdom and applying the Bible's truths to your daily life. In particular, there are hundreds of God's promises highlighted and called out.
If you have the chance, I would recommend purchasing a hardcover version of this Bible. I have a paperback and it is starting to become a bit worn on the outer cover, although the print quality of the pages is superb.
Dr. Stanley and the editors of this study Bible have really made the truths and implications of the Bible applicable to any reader, without too many words or without watering down the original NKJV translation. I would recommend this study Bible to any age reader, perhaps older than 15, and to any believer at any stage in their walk with God.
July 29, 2018
A wonderful Bible! I bought mine in April and have been reading in it nightly without any other reading (how many books does the reading of this comprise? 😉). I have the burgundy leathersoft NASB edition, and while I love it and its looks, I wish that it had a sewn binding and also that the cover was real leather. In thumbing through it, I have to remember to not grasp the cover as it is starting to bend. Also, because the book block or spine, whichever it is called, is glued, the Bible isn't as stable as my Church Bible Publisher's note taker's Bible that has both a real leather cover and a sewn binding, and it was only a few dollars more. Nevertheless, I would purchase another in a heartbeat if this one tore apart because the thoughts and materials that Stanley imparts is absolutely fantastic and has made me WANT to read and study my Bible daily! To God be the glory!
November 10, 2025
This Bible is a great way to dig deeper into the scriptures. Charles Stanley's notes & life principles are both challenging & encouraging.
You will learn more of God's loving kindness & mercy as you unpack the daily readings & life principles he has put in. Highly recommend.
You will learn more of God's loving kindness & mercy as you unpack the daily readings & life principles he has put in. Highly recommend.
August 16, 2020
This translation and explanation is worth the investment, making a simple understand of how he has simply explains Scripture. Grab a copy.
June 1, 2021
So incredibly pratical. Considering working through this again.
July 30, 2023
Great Study Bible
August 28, 2012
A Daily Bible is a jewel for anyone hoping to read and re-read the Bible each year. As for this particular version, you'll enjoy an Old Testament reading, a passage from the Psalms and Proverbs, and finally a New Testament reading. The readings average about three pages which often include a "Life Principles" section from the beloved Charles Stanley. His insights add color and perspective as you read. I find the daily readings doable in one sitting each morning. This year (2012) is my third time through and I can say that this method of reading God's word is my preference over any other. I appreciate the routine and value the depth and permanency that comes with each new year. It's like one's backbone--always supporting and necessary for life, bringing strength to the soul. Everything else in life extends from it. Highly recommended. Thank you, Lord, for this daily bread.
November 27, 2011
This was hard slog and very challenging at times. I completed in 13 1/2 months and I would do it again because of the growth I've gained. Life changing. I will do the NIV next time. I found Charles Stanley religious at times. However, I read this using David Guzik's commentary (www.enduring word.com) on some parts and it was amazing.
December 8, 2019
I highly recommend this Bible. It is packed with additional teaching from Charles Stanley and serves as a Bible and Devotional. I purchased this along with two of the companion Bible Studies and the complete set of DVDs. The Bible, studies, and DVD sermons guide you through any issue of life and provide practical ways to apply biblical teaching to your life.
January 23, 2014
I read this book inspired by God over and over as God reveals His truth, and as I grow to understand. The best book one will ever read, choose one that is easy to understand, Charles has life changing commentary to help me learn,and to keep in my heart daily!!!
January 2, 2013
Excellent! I'm reading it on my iPad each day. I love the comments, the ability to highlight, make notes, look up info instantly, the way it's written. But most of all I like how he has tied in his Life Principles throughout.
August 18, 2015
This Bible helped me read through in less than a year, because it made me want to read more than one day's entry at a time. I wanted to keep going to find out what happened next.
God spoke to me every day as I read. Truly a blessing.
God spoke to me every day as I read. Truly a blessing.
December 31, 2022
I am a big fan of Pastor Stanley... his sermons, his daily devotionals, and this study Bible. His life principles and ongoing explanations enhanced our regular readings in ways that were accessible and supported the challenges of my daily walk with Jesus.
December 31, 2022
What a great resource! More than just daily Bible reading - I loved the Life Lessons, Life Principles, and highlighted promises for each day's passage. Definitely recommend if you are looking for a one year Bible reading plan.
June 16, 2008
i have read this bible many times,it has some really good life principles in it,i would recommend it to someone
July 7, 2008
very good bible!
January 1, 2009
who says you never do your new year's resolutions
February 6, 2010
Mostly, that seeing something through to completion can take a year, but it's worth it even if all you learn is that you can perservere!
June 17, 2013
Absolutely Love Charles Stanley, I read his devotional magazine daily and hear his podcasts for Intouch...so the bible is just like his teaching style...loved it and still use it at home! :)
January 26, 2015
Excellent!
January 10, 2013
It's the only book that tells me how it really is - full of God's love, mercy, forgiveness, salvation, - everything about how to live a successful life!
March 17, 2013
Purchased this Bible five years ago and it's my absolute favorite! I love Dr. Stanley's 30 Life Principles and how they are backed up in practical ways with scripture. Footnotes are great too
June 2, 2013
Wonderful bible that applies many biblical concepts to everyday life. I love it and it is my main bible for church.
March 9, 2016
Dr Charles Stanley's best work.
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