Why We Use the World English Bible (WEB)
One of the first things you may notice when reading our books, commentaries, or systematic theology resources is that we use a specific English Bible translation—the World English Bible (WEB).
Some readers have asked: Why this one?
Here’s the answer: We use the WEB because it allows us to reach more people with fewer barriers, without compromising clarity or accuracy.
A Modern Translation in the Public Domain
The WEB is a modern English translation of the Bible that’s in the public domain—which means it can be used and shared freely around the world. That matters for us, because we’re committed to:
Keeping our books affordable.
Ensuring global accessibility.
Supporting translations and printing in countries with limited resources.
Using the WEB allows us to publish, print, distribute, and translate our materials without restrictive licensing or expensive fees. This helps us serve pastors, churches, and readers in both well-resourced and under-resourced settings.
Not Tied to a Translation, But to the Text Itself
It’s also important to say this:
SNC doesn’t build theology on any one English translation. Our commitment is to the original meaning of the biblical authors, and we consistently consult the Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts in our study and writing.
We use the WEB in our original content to provide a faithful and freely accessible base, but we encourage you to:
Use whichever translation you normally read and trust.
Whether that’s the ESV, KJV, NASB, NKJV, CSB, or something else—we believe you’ll benefit most by reading your preferred translation alongside our materials.
Our Goal Is Clarity, Not Control
At the end of the day, our goal is not to control what Bible you read, but to help you understand what the Bible actually says. The WEB allows us to do that across borders, languages, and formats, without adding financial or legal burdens to those we serve.
So if you see the WEB in our materials, now you know why.
It’s not about preference or politics. It’s about clarity, accessibility, and faithful ministry to the global church.