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The Africa Study Bible couldn’t have come at a better time. Africa is a continent that is experiencing
exponential growth not just in terms of its population census, but more importantly the ecclesi
astical census. The Africa Study Bible comes at a time when many of us are keen to identify with
the wealth of our heritage, tracing our footprints in the Bible; when we are seeking to portray the
richness of God’s endowment to us; when Africa is being exposed to different world views and
philosophies, which can be in conflict with biblical beliefs and practices. The Africa Study Bible is
a Bible for “such a time as this.”
Rev. Connie Kivuti, General Secretary, Evangelical Alliance of Kenya
Christianity in Africa has flourished in the last century. It is now time for Africa to lead the global
church in fulfilling the Great Commission. I commend the Africa Study Bible for giving African
scholars a platform to enrich the global church through its unique African lenses. It adds to the few
resources with a biblical world view that engages the unique challenges of the continent.
Rev. Dr. Stephen Mairori, International Coordinator, International Christian Ministries
Like Philip explaining the Scriptures to the Ethiopian official (Acts 8:31), so will the Africa Study
Bible be to thousands and thousands of Christians in Africa today. With the Africa Study Bible, the
Scriptures come to life.
Dr. Issiaka Coulibaly, Dean, Faculté de Théologie Evangélique de l'Alliance Chrétienne
Biblical principles communicated in African stories and images to create better understanding
of Christ and His Word by Africans to Africans and the global community fascinates me. It makes
my heart rejoice. While we seek to share God’s Word in diverse ways for positive life impact, I trust
the Africa Study Bible will be a readily available resource in the formation of believers into true
Christian disciples.
Dr. Mensa Otabil, General Overseer of International Central Gospel Church
The Africa Study Bible is a striking example of Africans applying the Scriptures to life for themselves
and by so doing, benefitting the global church. African ways of thinking and communicating, as
well as the riches of Africa’s cultures and traditions, are incorporated in this inspiring and colossal
work. The church will lose much if it ignores the contribution of Africa’s interaction with the Holy
Scriptures.
Rev. Sylvain Allaboé, Director, West African Baptist, Advanced School of Theology
The Africa Study Bible: What a privilege and honor to be a part of this treasure for the church in
Africa that contains over 2,600 notes that deal with African issues in the light of God’s Word.
Joanna Ilboudo, Founder, Action Chrétienne Tous pour la Solidarité
The Africa Study Bible study comes out as a response to the evangelist Philip’s question, “Do you
understand what you are reading?” as well as to the Egyptian eunuch’s reply, “Well, how could
I, unless someone guides me?” Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, hundreds of Christians in
Africa have skillfully used proverbs, stories, and notes to make the message of the Scripture come
out clearly so all can understand and apply sound Christian principles to their lives in contempo
rary Africa. This is a timely study Bible needed for the growth of the church in Africa, and it will be
a blessing to the body of Christ worldwide.
Dr. Abel Ndjerareou, Director, Transafrican Education Network
Former Dean, Bangui Evangelical School of Theology
The Africa Study Bible is spiritual wealth and a rich resource for the church in Africa and the world.
Dr. Isaiah Majok Dau, Sudan Pentecostal Church
A writer said, “The African church, while fully leaning on the Holy Scriptures, needs to make its
convictions known in order to respond to the pressing needs of the African community.” For us,
this work, the Africa Study Bible, is nothing other than tangible proof of the African church’s voice.
Dr. Charles Kouami Amedjikpo, Director, Baptist Bible Institute of Togo