Writing Edition John or Romans: Where Do You Start?

The subject determines the first choice

The execution is similar, but the text form differs. In Johannes you will follow meetings and conversations, among other things. In Romans, a letter builds an argument. Think about which activity you want to practice: seeing recurring words in a story or following the coherence of an argument.

Writing space is not a comment

In NBV21 Schrijfeditie Johannes and NBV21 Schrijfeditie Romeinen there is text on the left and a dot grid on the right. That space is for your own processing. Don't expect a blank writing page to automatically explain difficult passages. A study Bible or source for the text can also be useful.

Use the first note for a question

Start with what the passage says and then write down what you don't understand. This way the difference between text, question and personal application remains visible. You don't have to fill the writing page. A short summary in your own words often helps to reconnect later.

Keep a complete Bible accessible

Neither booklet contains the entire New or Old Testament. For references outside the chosen book you will need a different edition. If you want to browse through several books of the Bible and take notes everywhere, it is better to use one complete NBV21 Writing Bible to look at. There is no mandatory order between the two separate parts.

Frequently asked questions

Should you read John first before using Romans?

No. They are individual books of the Bible and not continuation books in a reading series.

Are these complete writing Bibles?

No, each booklet contains one named Bible book.