The New Testament as Told by Max McLean

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Summary: The Bible Comes Alive
Review: Max McLean makes the New Testament come alive with emotion. His passionate reading holds my interest and brings the stories a reality that other cassettes lack. The volume is annoying, however, because it alternates between too loud and too soft -- and I have to continually adjust it. Also, the background music is a bit distracting. All in all, though a good purchase.

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Summary: More Than Meets the Ear
Review: This dramatic audio presentation is a fresh approach to discovering the biblical authority and wisdom of the New Testament through hearing the words of scripture spoken outloud. Listening to narratives is not new to anyone, however, the availability of audio recordings today of artistic and spiritual merit through advanced technology are new. Several times I have been transfixed listening to the narratives spoken by Max McLean while driving in my car in heavy traffic as well as during the quiet times I have had sitting down in my favorite chair, listening to the CD recording at home. In spoken dialog, he takes on the persona of the person speaking, and the reader begins to sense flesh and bones and emotions behind the words. Max's voice engages your attention and you desire to know and hear more. You ask yourself, "What does this mean?" I recommend this recording for all ages because it is a wonderful, enriching way to learn. At times I have followed along in the bible seeing the written word at the same time Max was speaking the words outloud. For any serious student of the bible, the recordings will add depth, insight and meaning to scripture. Just as some readers enjoy finding text in books or in poems that seems to jump off the page, listeners of Max McLean's can find joy in experiencing spoken words jumping out at their ears, making them want to hold their breath as they lean forward to hear more.

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Summary: A MUST HAVE
Review: This is the best audio bible I've ever heard. Max McLean's dramizitation supersedes Alexander Scourby's King James version (no disrespect intended). McLean puts you in a time machine and takes you to the streets of Jerusalem to walk with Jesus. He makes you feel the passion in Paul's letters (especially the eighth chapter of Romans). You will find yourself rewinding your tape frequently because you will be hearing things that you missed in your reading. McLean's unique, dramatic style is very helpful for scripture memorization as well. This is one of my most prized biblical resources. GET IT!