Why Bible Translations Are So Different (QUICK Response!)
Sean McDowell
apologetics
July 13, 2025
Why are there so many Bible translations and do the differences actually matter? In this short clip, I responded to responded to a thoughtful question about John 3:16 and the wording differences between versions like the NIV and KJV.
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Scripture
JohnJohn 3John 3:16
Topics
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