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I want to like this app. I really do. But the way in which the readings are done is very distracting. The phrasing is often unnatural and stilted, with constant pauses and inflections that interrupt the smooth flow and can make it hard to listen to without constantly thinking that something is not quite right at best and annoying at worst. Some speakers are better or worse than others, but if you’re looking to listen to a particular version of the Bible, as well as a particular version/accent of English, then you may be stuck with disappointing audio. And, I think this effect is even more noticeable if you’re trying to follow along with the written text as you listen. Then you not only hear how disjointed the phrasing and flow are, but seeing the flow of the text through punctuation really highlights the audio deficiencies. Also, in listening to Matthew in the ESV, read by Mark, I noticed a few occasions where words from the text were omitted (not critical words, but missing nonetheless) and where the way in which a word was stressed actually changed the meaning of the word, making it function as a different part of speech than what was intended. THERE SHOULD BE EDITING PROCESSES IN PLACE SUCH THAT THERE SHOULD BE NO MISSING WORDS FROM THE TEXT WHATSOEVER. THIS IS CRUCIAL. This can’t be a reliable tool if there are errors in it.

I love this app because it is beautifully designed. There are four different voices to choose from and the music in the background makes it so peaceful! I love it! It’s so easy to listen to! However, I do have to say that I was disappointed that there were only eight of the Old Testament books on the app. Books like Deuteronomy and Numbers are usually the hardest for me to read because of all the names and I love going through the Bible each year. Plus, I’m paying for the app, so it’s certainly a disappointment. Another thing that I don’t like is that you can’t change the version of the Bible (it’s in ESV). I prefer CSB over ESV. If you are KJV only, then this app isn’t for you. Plus, it’d be a lot of work to record several different versions, so I understand why it’s in ESV. This app is beautifully designed as I mentioned before. The version isn’t a make or break feature. All of the Old Testament books aren’t on here currently (if there are, I can’t find them) but there is still so much to listen to! Overall, this app is definitely worth the space on your phone!

Really like the app! Really enjoy the voices that read the scripture! Challenges: Adding scripture to a playlist is a bit clunky. -It would be helpful to have a function where if you are listening through a passage you can select a verse or more and add it to a playlist. For example: The YouVersion bible app has an underline function where you tap the verse or verses and can save/highlight/bookmark. Utilizing this type of functionality to be able to save and add verses to playlists would take this app to a whole new level! -also when searching for a verse, after you type in a reference into the search bar, if you tap on the search bar it automatically clears out the whatever was typed there’s …it would be helpful to have the option to add-on or edit what was typed…maybe have the “x” icon (used commonly) on the right end of the page search bar as an option to clear