Wherever I go I hear a common refrain: "I've owned a Thompson Bible for years, but have never known how to use it!" The Thompson Chain-Reference Bible (TCRB) is truly a goldmine of biblical wealth. It's like a miniature theological library in a single volume -- a mobile Bible institute that has been used worldwide for over 115 years. While millions own this time-tested study Bible, relatively few know how to fully benefit from the many study tools it contains. That is why I'm

Many people have a Thompson Chain Reference Bible; far fewer know how to use the many excellent resources found in this Bible. That is why I offer a workshop entitled "The Joy of Discovery: Using the Thompson Chain Reference Bible." This workshop is based upon the full three-day seminar that I teach to pastors and church leaders in English and French speaking Africa. It not only introduces the student to the many useful tools found in this amazing study Bible, but also covers

And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. 1 Peter 5:4 I just returned a few days ago from the...

It’s been said that God’s workers pass on, but God’s work carries on. That is certainly the case with the author of the study notes in...

Scene from my hotel room early one morning I've just returned from the East African country of Rwanda, Le Pays aux Mille Collines (The...

The following is an interview published by Jim Manley with Paraclete Mission Group on September 5, 2024. I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Paraclete associate David Stevens. He and his wife, Mary Alice come alongside African pastors whose ministries are severely impeded by a lack of sound biblical education. David helps break those chains by training them to use the classic Thompson Chain Reference Bible. Can you share a brief overview of your ministry background? A

Those are the words Paul heard in his night vision of the "man of Macedonia" as recorded in Acts 16:9-10. The appeal was urgent and...

I believe that the Thompson Chain Reference Bible is the single best study Bible on the market today. The Thompson Bible can be described as a miniature theological library or a mobile Bible institute. It is truly a "study" Bible, not an "answer" Bible. While many study Bibles offer a commentary (often with a particular theological orientation) to help interpret a particular verse or passage, the Thompson Bible presents a unique approach to the study of Scripture. Offering

The Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20) assumes the proclamation of the Gospel throughout the world AND mandats us to disciple those who...

The growth of the African church in recent years has been phenomenal. It is estimated that the number of Christians in Africa increased...

As explained in our newsletter, we are trusting the Lord for an additional $500.00 so that Pastor Désiré Beadoum Beral can complete his...

Having just returned from Cameroon, I'm reminded of a promise and a prayer. The promise is found in Isaiah 55:10-11: The rain and snow...