I am a sucker for a nice leather-bound Bible. While the CSB is my go-to Bible translation, I have always loved Crossway Bibles. They are so well-made and look gorgeous. For the last month, I have been using the large print, wide-margin Bible from Crossway and I have absolutely loved it. It features a genuine leather cover that feels nice in your hands, but you won’t be afraid of actually using it. It feels sturdy and after putting it through its paces the last month, I can tell you it holds up really well. This is a Bible that will last.
The Bible is also a great size. It measures at 6.25 x 9.0 inches which is the perfect blend for a personal or preaching Bible. It has a great feel and weight to it, but you don’t feel like you are lugging around a giant family Bible. (Remember those?) It isn’t a Thinline Bible, but it isn’t super thick (the width is about 1.5 inches,) which is surprising considering how great the pages are for writing. It offers ample space on each page to take notes. And one of my favorite features of this Bible is how opaque the pages are. This is a must for any wide-margin or note-taking Bible. It also makes it incredibly easy on the eyes to read. The 11 point font also helps with that. (Is it a sign that I’m getting old that I appreciate bigger font??)
Overall this is a great Bible. The gold-gilded edges contrast nicely with the black leather cover. It feels great in your hand and can be your go-to Bible for years. It would be a great place to keep track of how God works in your life, a record of sermon notes, or just a Bible to write your own study notes in. I know many people who will fill a Bible up with notes for a specific child or grandchild. This Bible would be a great option to do that with. So whether you are looking for your next “everyday carry” Bible, a Bible to preach and teach with, or an heirloom Bible to pass on to future generations, this wide margin from Crossway would be a good choice.
I received a free copy of this Bible in exchange for a honest review.