Book Review: First Nation’s Version

First Nations Version

An Indigenous Translation of the New Testament

by Terry M. Wildman

Pub Date 31 Aug 2021 |

InterVarsity Press, IVP

Christian | OwnVoices | Religion & Spirituality

I am reviewing a copy of First Nation’s Version through InterVarsity Press and Netgalley:

The Great Spirit loves the world of human beings so deeply he gave us his Son. His only son who fully represents him. Those who trust in him and his way will not come to a bad end, but will have the life of the world to come that never fades full of beauty and harmony. Creator did not send his Son to decide against the people of this world, but to set them free from the worthless ways of the world. John 3:16–17 “Love is patient and kind. Love is never jealous. It does not brag or boast. It is not puffed up or big-headed. Love does not act in shameful ways, nor does it care only about itself. It is not hot-headed, nor does it keep track of wrongs done to it. Love is not happy with lies and injustice, but truth makes its heart glad. Love keeps walking even when carrying a heavy load. Love keeps trusting and never loses hope, love stands firm at all times. The road of love has no end.” 1 Corinthians 13:4–8 Many First Nations tribes communicate with the cultural and…