# Wells of Refuge — A welcoming themed Bible

> Welcoming devotional Bible for non-native English speakers with diverse contributions. (iPhone/iPad app by Wesley Manchester.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wells-of-refuge/id6447644814 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Wesley Manchester](https://appshunter.io/developer/1682084132)
- Category: Books, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.76/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 92 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-05-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wells-of-refuge/id6447644814/reviews.md

## What is Wells of Refuge?

Wells of Refuge - Welcoming Devotional Bible

An Easy to read Bible with additional welcoming content for people whose native language is not English.

Wells of Refuge Highlights:
Complete easy to read version of the Bible by Bible League International.
Foreward by Jura Yangihara, President - Alliance World Fellowship.
Preface by John Stumbo, President - US Christian & Missionary Alliance.

Contributions from international leaders:
Ken Graham, President - Australia C&MA.
T.V. Thomas, Chairman - Lausanne Global Diaspora Network.

Over 20 Refugee / Immigrant Short Stories representing 5 continents and 18 countries.

Introduction of all 66 books of the Bible by faculty / staff of all four Alliance institutions of higher education
- Alliance University - ATS / Nyack
- Crown College
- Simpson University
- Toccoa Falls College

Over 120 Devotional Welcoming Inserts by over 100 Alliance leaders, refugee and immigrant workers and other affiliates from around the world.

## Key features

- Easy-to-read Bible translation
- Welcoming content for non-native speakers
- Refugee and immigrant short stories
- Book introductions by educators
- Devotional inserts from global leaders

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wells-of-refuge/id6447644814/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Well structured and organized app!

*2023-05-13*

It’s very easy to use, and I particularly enjoy the Refugee and Immigrant stories.

## Frequently asked questions about Wells of Refuge

### What is Wells of Refuge?

Wells of Refuge is a free Bible app designed to be easy to read, with additional welcoming content tailored for individuals whose native language is not English. It features a complete Bible translation, devotional inserts, and stories from refugees and immigrants.

### Is Wells of Refuge free to use?

Yes, Wells of Refuge is completely free to download and use. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What kind of content does Wells of Refuge offer besides the Bible?

Beyond the Bible text, Wells of Refuge includes over 120 devotional inserts from global leaders and workers, over 120 short stories from refugees and immigrants representing 18 countries, and introductions to all 66 books of the Bible.

### Who contributed to the content of Wells of Refuge?

The app features contributions from international leaders such as Jura Yangihara (Alliance World Fellowship), John Stumbo (US Christian & Missionary Alliance), Ken Graham (Australia C&MA), and T.V. Thomas (Lausanne Global Diaspora Network), as well as faculty from four Alliance institutions of higher education.

### What age rating is Wells of Refuge?

Wells of Refuge has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for older children, teenagers, and adults.

### On which devices can I use Wells of Refuge?

Wells of Refuge is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, indicating compatibility with Apple's iOS ecosystem.

### How often is Wells of Refuge updated?

The app was last updated on May 24, 2025, with version 1.0.27. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

### What is the user sentiment for Wells of Refuge?

Wells of Refuge has received excellent user feedback, with an average rating of 4.9 stars from 14 ratings, suggesting a highly positive user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.27 — 2025-05-24

Music and audio file updates

### 1.0.25 — 2024-04-03

Audio playback of scripture text associated with devotionals.

### 1.0.24 — 2024-01-30

This version adds background music to the book introductions and devotional audio playback. Some other minor bugs were fixed, including an issue that did not allow the Lamentations devotional to load.

### 1.0.23 — 2023-11-07

Bug fix on labeling of Gospel of Luke and Book of Acts. Update to icon for switching between light and dark mode.

### 1.0.21 — 2023-08-28

Includes some bug fixes for chapter selection and devotional list display for the Book of Psalms. This update also includes the remaining introduction and devotional audio content for the remainder of the Old Testament.

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