Well it seems the much anticipated ESV study bible will have a little competition at its release.  From our friends at Harper Collins publishers we now have the Green Bible.  Here are the features:

• Green-Letter Edition: Verses and passages that speak to God’s care for creation highlighted in green
• Foreword by Archbishop Desmond Tutu
• Essays by Brian McLaren, Cal DeWitt, Barbara Brown Taylor, Pope John Paul II, Ellen Davis, N. T. Wright, Ellen Bernstein, Matthew Sleeth, James Jones, and Gordon Aeschliman
• Inspirational quotes from Christian teachings throughout the ages
• A green Bible topical index
• A personal green Bible trail study guide
• An appendix with information on further reading, how to get involved, and practical steps to take
• Recycled paper, using soy-based ink with a cotton/linen cover

The translation (surprised?) is the NRSV.  I think the fact that such a thing exsisits speaks for it self concerning how the modern church sees Scripture.  However I do have a few questions for the reader and welcome any additional comments.

• Are the “green letters” more true or applicable to a Christan then those pesky black letters?
• Is the creation the main point of Scripture or the creator?
• Is creation fallen?
• Is this a “novelty” bible?
• Should Bible’s have themes?

I hope this creates some great discussion.

Peace be with you,

Bishop Joe