“The only way you and I are going to stay close to Jesus is to stay close to His Word "
-Dr. J. Vernon McGee
The Thru the Bible Commentary Series on Bible Gateway Plus
A trusted resource for over 50 years, the beloved Bible commentary of Dr. J. Vernon McGee is now included in the more than 50 Bible Gateway Plus resources available to you when you become a member.
Dr. McGee’s down-to-earth and bestselling exposition of every chapter of every book of the Bible still delights and enthralls listeners on more than 800 radio stations worldwide with his simple, straightforward language, folksy manner, distinctive accent, and clear understanding of Scripture.
Now Dr. McGee’s personable, yet scholarly, biblical analysis in his popular Thru the Bible commentary set is yours to explore 24/7.
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About J. Vernon McGee
Bible Gateway is excited to include this insightful resource. A pioneer in Christian radio, J. Vernon McGee was a pastor and teach who started Thru the Bible in 1967.
After more than 50 years, God continues to use this commentary to share Scripture world wide. Dr. McGee will walk you through the Bible step-by-step.
Learn more how Thru the Bible, tied to Scripture verses, can help you study God's Word.
Study 'Thru the Bible' Verse-by-Verse
What Bible Gateway Plus does best is to give you more information about the Scripture verse you're reading as you're reading it.
Now included in Bible Gateway Plus, J. Vernon McGee's popular commentary
set is yours to explore 24/7. It joins with more than 50 resources available to you with your membership.
Additional resources include the KJV Study Bible, Believer’s Bible Commentary, the Zondervan KJV Commentary, and much more.
Study the Bible in Bible Gateway Plus with over 50 reference works tied to the Scripture you have questions about as you're reading it.
"I have listened on the radio to Dr. McGee preach for over 25 years. He speaks straight out of the Bible." Julie W.
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Over 50 core resources are ready for you to dig into with your membership, including such popular works as:
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Believer's Bible Commentary
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Abridged Expositor’s Bible Commentary
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Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible Notes
• Dictionary of Biblical Prophecy and End Times
Bible Gateway Plus gives you the ability to learn in depth from respected Bible teachers and pastors as you read through Scripture.
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If you love the King James Version of the Bible, you're going to love using Thru the Bible by J. Vernon McGee in Bible Gateway Plus!
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What is Bible Gateway Plus?
Bible Gateway Plus is a paid subscription service that provides members access to premium Bible study resources and a banner ad-free Scripture reading experience on Bible Gateway. These study tools are available to you through your web browser from any computer, tablet or phone as well as in the Bible Gateway app.
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What resources are available in Bible Gateway Plus?
The study resources from the following books are included in your Bible Gateway Plus subscription:
- Believer's Bible Commentary
- Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible Notes (NASB and NKJV)
- Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible (NIV and NRSV)
- CSB Tony Evans Study Bible
- Dictionary of Biblical Prophecy and End Times
- Essential Bible Companion
- Essential Bible Companion to the Psalms
- Essential Bible Dictionary
- ESV Global Study Bible
- Expositor's Bible Commentary - Abridged Edition: New Testament
- Expositor's Bible Commentary - Abridged Edition: Old Testament
- Grace for the Moment Daily Bible (Devotional)
- Gospel Awakening: Sermons of D. L. Moody
- Halley's Bible Handbook with the New International Version
- How to Read the Bible Book by Book
- How to Read the Bible through the Jesus Lens
- King James Study Bible
- Mounce's Complete Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words
- New Bible Commentary
- New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology - Abridged Edition
- New International Encyclopedia of Bible Characters
- New International Encyclopedia of Bible Difficulties
- New Spirit-Filled Life Bible
- NIV Application Commentary (selected volumes)
- NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible
- NIV Case for Christ Study Bible
- NIV Discover God’s Heart Devotional Bible
- NIV First-Century Study Bible
- NIV Grace and Truth Study Bible
- NIV Jesus Bible
- NIV Reverse Interlinear
- NIV Storyline Bible
- NIV Student Bible Notes
- NIV Study Bible, Fully Revised Edition
- NIV Thompson® Chain-Reference® Bible
- NKJV Abide Bible
- NKJV Chronological Study Bible
- NKJV Lucado Encouraging Word Bible
- NKJV MacArthur Study Bible, 2nd Edition
- NKJV Maxwell Leadership Bible
- NKJV Open Bible
- NKJV Study Bible
- NKJV Wiersbe Study Bible
- Olive Tree Bible Maps
- Olive Tree Bible Overview
- Olive Tree One Year Daily Devotional
- Orthodox Study Bible
- Quest Study Bible Notes
- Thru the Bible
- Vines Expository Bible Notes
- Words of Cheer for Daily Life
- Words of Wisdom for Daily Life
- Zondervan Bible Commentary: One-Volume Illustrated Edition
- Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary (Old and New Testament)
- Zondervan Illustrated Bible Dictionary
- Zondervan KJV Commentary
When new books or devotionals are added to Bible Gateway Plus, all subscribers will gain full access to them at no additional charge.
For more details on each title, you can visit the Resource Library Profile page.
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Once you become a member, simply log in to Bible Gateway and look up any Bible passage. Your Bible Gateway Plus study material is available in the Resources tab to the right of the Bible text—all of the included content is available alongside the Scripture you wish to study, as long as you are logged into your account. Your exclusive premium devotionals can be found on the Devotionals page. And the NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible can be applied directly to the Bible text by checking the box in the page options on any passage page when you are using the New International Version.
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