A Guide to ESV Ministry Bibles

This article is part of the Which ESV Is Right for You? series.

ESV Economy Bible

Over two million copies sold

With the ESV Economy Bible it’s easier than ever to impact lives through the distribution of the Bible. The most affordable Bible on the market, the Economy Bible features the clear English Standard Version text, making it compelling and readable to those receiving a Bible for the first time.

This paperback edition of the full ESV Bible is ideal for bulk distribution, sold exclusively in case quantitites of 40. The Economy Bible features not only the full text of the ESV Bible but also an article entitled, "Why Read the Bible," a 40-day reading plan, and an explanation of the plan of salvation. Highly affordable and designed especially for outreach, the Economy Bible is a great resource for reaching the world with God’s Word.

Also available in large print and giant print editions.

Features:

  • Article entitled "Why Read the Bible"
  • 40-day Bible reading plan
  • Explanation of the plan of salvation
  • Introductions to the Old and New Testaments
  • Sold in case quantities of 40

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ESV Global Study Bible

The ESV Global Study Bible is a one-volume study resource for globally minded Christians everywhere. It has been designed from beginning to end to be highly accessible and priced for distribution on a global scale. Each book of the Bible begins with an introduction, followed by a unique, insightful description of the overarching message of the book. The Bible also features a set of articles by Christian leaders around the world who apply the Bible to global issues, such as the role of government, the nature of the church, world religions, social ethics, and missions and evangelism. The notes and maps were adapted from the best-selling ESV Study Bible and contain a wealth of information about the biblical text, history, and geography. The Global Study Bible is an outstanding resource at an extremely affordable price for Christians everywhere who seek to know and understand the Bible and how to apply it in a global context.

  • Complete ESV Bible text
  • 12,000 clear, concise study notes
  • The globally relevant message of each book
  • 14 articles written by global Christian leaders
  • Introductions to the global message of each book and timelines
  • Nearly 900 highlighted Bible facts
  • 120 Bible character profiles
  • More than 120 maps and illustrations throughout
  • More than 80,000 cross-references
  • Glossary with concise definitions of key terms

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ESV Church Bible

The ESV Church Bible is an affordable, practical choice for churches to use as part of their weekly worship services or for outreach. The low price combined with a durable cover make this a great value for use in the pews, as gifts for church visitors, or in widespread ministry efforts.

  • Double-column, paragraph format
  • All-new typesetting
  • High-quality woodfree paper
  • Sewn binding

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ESV Gospel of John

The Gospel of John has always been one of the most-read books of the Bible, and this special paperback edition makes it easy to share with others. It includes a short gospel presentation, the ESV text of the Gospel of John, and favorite verses from this Bible book.

Features:

  • Gospel presentation

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ESV Outreach Bible

No book in the history of the world has had a greater impact on more lives than the Bible. Explore the wonders of God's Word and have your life changed forever as you discover God's plan to save all those who will put their trust in him.

This paperback edition of the full ESV Bible is ideal for personal use and for bulk distribution. Its handy size makes it suitable for regular Bible readers, and its extra features and content will help newcomers discover the Bible for themselves and better understand its message.

Features:

  • Articles entitled, "A Good Place to Start," "Why Read the Bible," "How to Read the Bible," "Where to Find Help When You Are…," and "What the Bible Says About…"
  • 40-day Bible reading plan
  • One year Bible reading plan
  • Explanation of the plan of salvation
  • Introductions to the Old and New Testaments
  • Introductions to each book of the Bible
  • Sold in case quantities of 24

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ESV Outreach New Testament

The ESV Outreach New Testament allows individuals and churches to put a life-changing portion of God's Word into a multitude of hands at holiday events, neighborhood get-togethers, and other ministry functions. With its affordable price, readability, compact size, and helpful bonus features—such as How to Read the New Testament, Where to Find Help, and two different reading plans—this New Testament is a great choice for personal distribution or community outreaches.

Also available in [large print].

Features:

  • Articles entitled, "A Good Place to Start," "How to Read the New Testament," "Where to Find Help When You Are…," and "What the New Testament Says About…"
  • 30-day and six-month New Testament reading plans
  • Explanation of the plan of salvation
  • Introduction to the New Testament
  • Introduction to each book of the New Testament
  • Sold in case quantities of 100

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ESV Holy Bible for Kids, Economy

The ESV Holy Bible for Kids, Economy Edition is a great first Bible for kids. Highly affordable, it features the full ESV text in readable 10-point type. With illustrations and a new kid-friendly explanation of God’s plan of salvation, this edition depicts how, like Bible characters, readers and their stories fit into God’s plan. The addition of simple and colorful content pages make this a perfect choice for introducing kids to the Bible at an early age.

Features:

  • Double-column, paragraph format
  • God’s Plan of Salvation
  • “Where to go from here” resource section
  • 24 pages of illustrations

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ESV Share the Good News Outreach Bible

The ESV Share the Good News® Outreach Bible contains the complete ESV text and features extra content ideal for a wide variety of readers and occasions. Its affordable price makes it a great choice for personal gifts and large outreach programs.

Features:

  • Articles entitled "A Good Place to Start" and "Why Read the Bible"
  • 40-day Bible reading plan
  • Explanation of the plan of salvation
  • Introduction to the Old and New Testaments
  • Sold in case quantities of 24

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ESV Pew Bible

The ESV Pew Bible is an affordable and durable Bible, specially designed for regular use in churches. This refreshed edition contains the full ESV Bible text in the same typesetting as the popular ESV Thinline Bible, and is priced for wide distribution.

  • Black-letter text
  • Same typesetting as the ESV Thinline Bible
  • Smyth-sewn binding

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ESV Premium Pew and Worship Bible

The ESV Premium Pew and Worship Bible is ideal for church use week in and week out. It features a durable hardcover format, high-quality Bible paper, and 65 responsive readings reflecting major biblical themes.

  • Same interior as the ESV Thinline Bible
  • 65 responsive readings
  • Black-letter text

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ESV Pew and Worship Bible, Large Print

The ESV Pew and Worship Bible, Large Print is ideally suited for church use. It features large, readable type, a durable cover, high-quality Bible paper, and 65 responsive readings, making this Bible a great choice for churches to use in worship services each week.

  • 65 responsive readings
  • Smyth-sewn binding

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The Story ESV Bible

The Story ESV Bible is the first Bible edition to use the popular evangelism content published in The Story by Spread Truth Ministries. This outreach Bible features a 12-page, beautifully designed and full-color presentation of the storyline of the Bible. It also provides a clear invitation to readers to receive Christ as their Savior. Affordably priced, this is a useful edition for evangelism and outreach.

Features:

  • Full-color gospel presentation from The Story
  • Full-page book introductions

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ESV Pulpit Bible

The ESV Pulpit Bible is a specialty edition beautifully suited for use in pulpits, lecterns, libraries, homes, or anywhere God’s Word is esteemed. Its highly readable type is ideal for public reading and congregational worship, and the finely crafted, reinforced leather cover will retain its beauty for years to come.

  • Double-column, paragraph format
  • 4 ribbons
  • Cross-references
  • Presentation page
  • Smyth-sewn binding
  • Premium leather over board cover

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