Extraneous Materials The hallmarks of Gideon-placed hotel Bibles include “Help in Time of Need”, “Suggested Readings”, and “What the Bible Says About…”—collectively known as extraneous materials. These helpful sections have been instrumental in leading many individuals to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. These special references, which point people to His Word, can also be viewed at www.gideons.org. It has often been suggested that the “help sections” in hotel Bibles be more focused in terms of a clear salvation message. A further suggestion, and one which has been incorporated into New Testaments distributed by Gideons, is to encourage new Christians to seek a Bible believing church for the sake of discipleship. The International Cabinet appointed a committee to study these materials with a view toward building on their effectiveness and making them even more useful. Revised extraneous materials have now been accepted and approved to be incorporated into Gideon-placed Bibles beginning in July. The Gideon is pleased to present a synopsis of the extraneous materials.
Hope
Psalm 31:24
Peace
John 14:27
Joy
Psalm 51:12
Comfort
II Corinthians 1:3, 4
Purpose
Ecclesiastes 12:13
Forgiveness
I John 1:8, 9
God
John 1:1
God Is The Answer! Calling on God
Psalm 51:1
God’s Invitation
Matthew 11:28; Isaiah 1:18
Responding to God
James 4:7, 8
What God Does for You Psalm 23
ARE YOU… Alone
Hebrews 13:5; Deuteronomy 13:6
God Wants You To Know Him!
Depressed
I Peter 5:7
God Loves You
John 3:16; Romans 5:8
Addicted
John 8:36
Stressed
Matthew 11:28
Cheated
Psalm 118:8
All Are Sinners
Romans 3:10; Romans 3:23; James 4:17; Isaiah 64:6
God’s Remedy for Your Sin
Romans 6:23; Romans 10:13; I Corinthians 15: 3, 4
Experiencing Conflict II Timothy 2:22 or Temptation Considering Suicide
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Needing…
www.gideons.org
Psalm 116:3, 4
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