Bardin Marsee’s NIV Waterproof Bible - Review

Have you ever been in situation where you wished you had a waterproof Bible?  I have been hiking on the Appalachian Trail with Fred, and the rainy weather did not permit me to pull out my paper Bible (not without it sustaining some damage, anyway).  There are innumerable other instances where a waterproof Bible would be so useful.

Michael Marsee and his friends Bobby and Anna Bardin have had the same experiences.  They decided to take some action and find an answer.  The result is Bardin and Marsee Publishing’s Waterproof Bible.  The company’s tagline is ‘Be Inspired Anywhere.’

I saw the Waterproof Bible recently on Amazon.com and was amazed at the concept.  I made contact with Michael Marsee, to see if he would be willing to send me a copy for review purposes.  I provided my blog address.  When I did receive the Waterproof Bible, it was obvious to me that he had taken a look at my blog; he sent me the Pink Floral version!

Please take a look at this video of the Waterproof Bible on the top of Mount Washington, then people’s reaction at a display at Catalyst:

The Waterproof Bible is incredible!  It is 100% waterproof inside and out.  The pages are made of a thin plastic; its cover is plastic as well.  One can underline in it with a ballpoint pen or highlight with a dry highlighter.   It is waterproof, rugged, and tear resistant.  The binding appears as though it will withstand many years of use.  It is as solid in construction as it is in content (the Word of God, after all!).  The Bible is no heavier than a Study Bible – 2.8 pounds.  The Waterproof Bible is currently available in the following translations: New International Version, New American Standard Version and the King James Version.

I have spent the last couple weeks checking it out.  I have put the Waterproof Bible through the wringer – literally!  I did something that I don’t ordinarily do for testing purposes; I took a bubble bath.  The Bible came through perfectly.  I also took it with me when Fred and I headed out to Lakeshore Park with our two English cocker spaniels, Toby and Shelby.  Not surprisingly, in Michigan in February, it was a snowy day.  I intentionally dropped the Bible in the snow; I was able to wipe it off with no adverse effects.

This is taken from the Barden Marsee website FAQs page:

What are your future plans for your company?

We plan on learning and growing in our ability to operate a publishing company that brings glory to God and encouragement to the world. God has given both of us a heart for experiencing God in his natural creation and we want to continue to publish inspirational writings and scripture that are waterproof, durable, and tear-resistant, as well as keep our eyes, heart, and minds open for God's directing.

And this is from their Mission page:

The Waterproof Bible and THE OUTDOOR BIBLE originate from our desire to take God's word into all of His creation, regardless of the weather or circumstances. That is why they are completely waterproof and lightweight, dry quickly, are much stronger than paper, and adapts well to all extremes or reading environments (on a rainy campout, in a coffee shop, even in a hot tub). Just as a frog lives on land and in water, the Waterproof Bible and THE OUTDOOR BIBLE thrive in any situation or climate.

Wherever life takes you - carry the Waterproof Bible or THE OUTDOOR BIBLE and Be Inspired. Anywhere.

Their hearts are definitely geared toward getting the Gospel to all creation.  In fact, for every Waterproof Bible purchased on their website, a Waterproof Bible will be given to a person who is without.

I am so grateful for these folks to have taken the initiative to design and produce this amazing product.  The more that God’s Word is shared in the world – land, air, and sea – the better this world will be!

This Waterproof Bible was generously provided to me by Michael Marsee of Bardin Marsee Publishing for review purposes.