To say that the NIV Study Bible has been my companion would be an understatement. This has been my primary Bible for over two decades. It has nine sticky notes that take me to my favorite charts. The cross referencing and notes have led me on many adventures and discoveries of fresh truths. I have lugged it all over the world with me and spilled a few cups of coffee on its pages. Many sermons, books, articles and personal notes have been written and delivered with the accompaniment of my good friend. When I learned that there is a new and improved edition coming out it seemed almost a bit unbelievable, but count me in.