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For many people, a “personalized” Bible means that their name or their initials are imprinted on the cover. In this case, “personalized” stays on the outside. However, together, we can take it one step further and put YOU, or a friend, in the Bible! Let’s really make it personal so someone gets encouraged and sees how God is writing to them DIRECTLY!

Seeing someone’s name in scripture, a prayer, or even a song makes it feel much more personal. It’s much easier to touch someone’s heart with scripture when their name is in it. Try it! Below you will find a list of scriptures, songs, or prayers that have been mildly paraphrased to focus on emotional healing and to be more personal. Feel free to encourage yourself or others by following the instructions below! If you are the one who needs encouragement, use your own name! Here’s an example of the 23rd Psalm:

The LORD is John’s shepherd; John shall lack nothing really needed.
He makes John lie down in beautiful, green pastures;
He leads John beside the calm, still waters.
He restores John’s soul …

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I am open to expanding this project. If you want to recommend any uplifting, emotionally fulfilling scripture to add to the above list, please email me.

* I do not track or keep email addresses or phone numbers.