# The Message Holy Bible — English Audio Offline Bible

> Offline paraphrase Bible app with study tools and social sharing. (iPhone/iPad app by 良普 李.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-message-holy-bible/id1067243320 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [良普 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/571822755)
- Category: Books, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 134 App Store ratings · 39 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany) and 22 more
- Released: 2015-12-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-message-holy-bible/id1067243320/reviews.md

## What is The Message Holy Bible?

The Message Bible for iOS.
The FASTEST Bible app and most efficient way to read & study the Bible. Quickly navigate to any verse and easily access tools to help further your understanding of the Bible. 
The Message Bible is a paraphrase version of the Bible. The Message keeps the language of the gospel compelling and modern. It is an accurate paraphrasing of the bible rather than a translation. It captures the tone of the text and the original conversational feel of the Greek, in contemporary English. Its purpose is keep the language of the gospel message current, fresh, and understandable—the way it was for its very first readers.



KEY FEATURES
. 
Bible is Fully offline - With No internet connection required to read the bible text once you download the App
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Bible comes with an advanced search feature
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Bookmarking and highlighting feature
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Share your favorite bible verse or story with your friends and on social media
. Take notes as you read the holy bible

## Key features

- Offline Bible access
- Advanced search functionality
- Bookmarking and highlighting
- Verse sharing
- Note-taking
- Modern English paraphrase

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Audio & Erase Ad | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 39)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-message-holy-bible/id1067243320/reviews.md

### 2/5 — plz fix

*2026-05-13, version 1.5*

this app can be very beneficial but there are too many issues. everytime i read a chapter, get to the end the time, and press the arrow to go to the next page and the entire app shuts down!

### 1/5 — Why

*2025-10-29, version 1.5*

Why does each chapter stop. Will not auto to next chapter. Why, even after paying the $5 fee.

### 5/5 — App Review

*2025-07-21*

Great app, so excited using it. I have been looking for good Message translation app and this is just it. God bless you.’

### 5/5 — Love The Message Bible!

*2025-07-11*

I love the version of The Message on this app! It’s my favorite version and I can follow along with it with my Message Bible. Bravo on such a precious work!

### 1/5 — Please return my money . This app does not work.

*2025-05-22*

I did not see the complaints until after I paid. You have too many dissatisfied customers. Return my money cancel my
subscription.

### 5/5 — Thanks

*2025-04-11*

This was my first time using The Message translation. I appreciate that it is a very simplified version written in the language of tone that resonates with teens and young adults. I laugh sometimes when I hear the language read out. I am really enjoying the version.
I like that I can listen to the reading of the Word using the built in voice command.  Thank you so much

### 5/5 — Thanks

*2025-03-09*

It is very easy to understand. The audio is superb and greatly assists me as a legally blind person to study and absorb the beauty of God’s word. My favorite host is Viv calming and sincere. Thank you for this audio archive. Peace

### 5/5 — The Voice

*2025-02-23*

I and my children love this app.  We especially love the gentleman who is the voice over of it- we would love to know who he is, his name. I thought he sounded like Zachariah Levi.

### 5/5 — Practical but ugly

*2024-02-22*

Very nice, wish it was more aesthetically pleasing but good enough for me.

### 2/5 — No longer being updated

*2024-02-02, version 1.5*

Don’t buy…go only with free

## Frequently asked questions about The Message Holy Bible

### What is The Message Holy Bible app?

The Message Holy Bible app provides a paraphrase version of the Bible in contemporary English. It aims to keep the language of the gospel message fresh and understandable, capturing the original conversational feel of the text.

### Can I use the app offline?

Yes, the Bible text is fully offline. Once you download the app, you do not require an internet connection to read the Bible text.

### What are the key features of this Bible app?

Key features include offline Bible access, an advanced search feature, bookmarking and highlighting tools, the ability to share favorite verses, and a note-taking function for personal study.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it does contain in-app purchases and advertisements. These may offer additional features or an ad-free experience.

### Who is The Message Bible paraphrase for?

This paraphrase is designed for readers who want to engage with the Bible in a more accessible and modern language. It's ideal for those who find traditional translations challenging or prefer a more direct, conversational style.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2022-08-11

add change verse font color feature.

### 1.4 — 2017-04-11

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fix save notes bugs.

### 1.3 — 2016-10-29

Add bible verse index bar feature.

### 1.2 — 2016-06-14

Add verses index bar for easy navigation.

### 1.1 — 2016-03-22

Fix audio play error in some chapters.

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