Trinitarian Bible Society

An excerpt from Christian McShaffrey's session at the Text and Translation conference in Lisburn, 2022.Listen to the full audio message at https://www.tbsbibles.org/news/619047/Text--Translation-Audio-Recordings-.htm

Dr Jeff Riddle looks at the translation of John 1.18, 'No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.'The following points are three contemporary challenges related to this verse: 1. The text of John 1.18. 2. The translation of John 1.18. 3. The theological significance of John 1.18.

Mr Jonathan Arnold, General Secretary of TBS, discusses key verses and points related to the Trinity. 'And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth ...No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him (John 1.14,18).The term 'only begotten' has been attacked in recent years, with modern translations changing it to terms such as 'unique' or 'a different kind'. The following points are discussed: - These passages (John 1.14,18) were used by those who trying to uphold the doctrine of the Trinity in the fourth century. - The changed view on this passage was influenced by Westcott who wrote a paper against it. - The rise of broader modern evangelicals desiring to return to 'only begotten'.

Rev. John Greer explains the doctrine of the Trinity: in the Godhead there be three persons, of one substance, power, and eternity; God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost. The Father is of none, neither begotten, nor proceeding: the Son is eternally begotten of the Father: the Holy Ghost eternally proceeding from the Father and the Son.The following points are discussed:- The Trinity can be found in certain statements that cannot be understood any other way (Genesis 1.26).- The Bible states that God is one God (Deuteronomy 6.4).- The Bible makes it clear that there are three persons in the Godhead (Isaiah 48).The message concludes by looking at 1 Peter 1.2, 'Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied.'

In this message, Samet Şahin speaks about Turkey, the Turkish Bible, and Christianity in Turkey.

The Trinitarian Bible Society held its Trinity & Text Conference at its headquarters in London, UK on 16 June 2023. In this session, Pastor Jeff Riddle provides an in-depth look at the preservation of God's Holy Word.

An excerpt from Christian McShaffrey's session at the Text and Translation conference in Lisburn, 2022.Listen to the full audio message at https://www.tbsbibles.org/news/619047/Text--Translation-Audio-Recordings-.htm

An excerpt from Christian McShaffrey's session at the Text and Translation conference in Lisburn, 2022.

In this message Pastor Pooyan Mehrshahi gives a short history of the Iranian Bible, the TBS revision of the Persian Bible, and the work and efforts undertaken in Iran today.

The audio version of a presentation given at the South Scotland Auxiliary's AGM. The FGEA is working with the TBS to translate the Chichewa Bible, of which the Chichewa New Testament has been published. A Bemba translation of the Scriptures is ongoing. The FGEA also has distributed thousands of Bibles published by the TBS.

Mr Malcom Watts gives an encouraging message taken from the words in Jeremiah 9.3:'And they bend their tongues like their bow for lies: but they are not valiant for the truth upon the earth; for they proceed from evil to evil, and they know not me, saith the LORD.'To become a member of the Society visit: tbsbibles.org/AboutMembership

Upholding the Word of God. One of the Society's aims is to uphold the inspired, inerrant, preserved Word of God. The reliability of the Bible should be of uttermost concern to every believer, and it is very important to have a clear understanding of the doctrine of preservation and inspiration. This video looks at these doctrines and explains why the Society seeks to uphold them.This video is the fifth in a series 'The Word of God among all Nations' which looks at various aspects of the Society's work: translating, publishing, distributing, promoting, and upholding the Word of God.To learn more about the Trinitarian Bible Society: www.tbsbibles.orgTo learn more about the Doctrine of Scripture: www.tbsbibles.org/DoctrineofScriptureTo learn more about the work: www.tbsbibles.org/OurWork

To read the article and get a copy of the children's quiz visit: tbsbibles.org/MaryJones

Mr G.D. Buss bases his message on Psalm 40.7-8 and asks three questions: 1. Who wrote the book?2. For what purpose is the book written? 3. How are we to use the book?

It would be remiss of us not to recognise the anniversary of Martin Luther's New Testament translation. First published in 1522 it was the vanguard for Reformation translations that would shape the church and Christianity today. Luther completed this translation over a number of months while in Wartburg Castle. He was the subject of a staged kidnapping by Fredrick II while returning to Wittenberg from Worms, and remained in Wartburg Castle from May 1521 to March 1522. Concealed under the name of 'Knight George' he translated the New Testament into German, working from the Greek rather than the Latin as most previous translators into German had done. Luther used the skills of colleagues at Wittenberg to ensure linguistic accuracy: Philip Melanchthon is believed to have supplied feedback on this edition of the New Testament and then a larger team for the whole Bible. The New Testament was published in 1522, six months after he left Wartburg.

Rev. Ian Macleod speaks on the sufficiency of Scripture by looking at what different confessions say and the parable of the rich man and Lazarus.

The Rev. Christian McShaffrey discusses the topic of 'Should the Resurrection be proclaimed from the Gospel according to Mark? The issue of Mark 16.9—20.' at the Text and Translation Conference in Inverness, Scotland on 11 November 2022. To read the booklet mentioned by Pastor McShaffrey visit tbsbibles.org/Mark16

The Rev. Christian McShaffrey discusses the topic 'Does the textual basis of your Bible matter? Is there a significant difference between the Authorised Version and others?' at the Text & Translation Conference in Inverness, Scotland on 11 November 2022.

Pastor Pooyan Mehrshahi discusses the topic 'Does the approach to translation matter? Lessons from the Persian Bible Project' at the Text & Translation Conference in Northern Ireland on 9 November 2022.

A sermon by the Rev. David Campbell, minister of Edinburgh Free Presbyterian Church of Scotland, and vice-chairman of the TBS South Scotland Auxiliary. *The Sword of the King*1. The glory and majesty of the King.2. The use of His sword.3. Our use of this commendation of the King.