With almost 200 different translations of the Bible into the English language is it any wonder that there are so many inconsistencies? Missing verses, mistranslated words, changed words and the list seems to be endless. Choose a translation carefully for the purpose you want to use it for. For general reading a modern translation may be easier to read but it may not have the accuracy of an older translation. The King James remains the translation with the most study reference material but remember where there is a mistake in the King James there is also a mistake in the references. The International Children’s Bible is a surprisingly good choice for anyone desiring a readable Bible. Sometimes it does oversimplify the content but maintains much of the content. Whichever translation you choose, remember it is a translation and someone with human faults needed to translate and edit it. Reading and studying the Bible should be enjoyable, interesting and informative. You are learning about your Creator in every passage, allow Him to reach you without trying to fit your traditions onto the pages.