Nashville, TN — September 17, 2026 — Thomas Nelson Bibles announced today that the NKJV Color Code Study Bible has been named Bible of the Year at the Christian Resources Together (CRT) Awards, held recently in the UK. The recognition celebrates a study Bible that has helped readers of all ages engage Scripture with both clarity and depth.
CRT is the UK’s premier Christian trade event, bringing together more than 50 suppliers, publishers, retailers, and ministry leaders each year to honor excellence across Bibles, books, music, gifts, and media. Being named Bible of the Year places the NKJV Color Code Study Bible among the most trusted resources recognized by the UK Christian retail community this year.
The NKJV Color Code Study Bible uses a vibrant color-coding system to highlight seven core biblical topics: God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, Salvation, Sanctification, Sin and Temptation, and Last Things. Readers can trace these themes throughout Scripture, seeing not just isolated verses but the fuller pattern of God’s Word. Alongside this system, the Bible offers book-by-book and verse-by-verse study notes, guiding readers whether they prefer a broad overview or a close, verse-level study. Generous margins invite readers to add their own reflections, making the study experience both structured and personal.
“The NKJV Color Code Study Bible opens the Scripture to a whole new generation,” said Philip Nation, SVP and Associate Group Publisher, Thomas Nelson Bibles. “This new edition was created to make it easier to understand the Bible and create a wonderful experience in reading it.”
This award affirms what many families, educators, and ministry leaders have already discovered: that Scripture study can be both rigorous and approachable, suited to seasoned Bible students and newcomers alike. Whether used in personal devotion, church group study, or classroom instruction, the NKJV Color Code Study Bible continues to serve readers seeking a deeper understanding of God’s Word.
About Thomas Nelson Bibles
Thomas Nelson Bibles is a leading imprint of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, serving millions of Bible readers worldwide with trusted translations and study resources. For more than 200 years, Thomas Nelson has provided readers with quality inspirational content, distributed in more than 100 countries. For additional information, visit thomasnelsonbibles.com.
About the New King James Version (NKJV) Translation
The New King James Version (NKJV) is trusted by millions as a translation that brings together traditional dignity and poetic cadence with modern scholarship. The NKJV is a careful, line-by-line rendering of the original Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic by more than 130 scholars over seven years—the largest translation committee to date. Whether you’re exploring Scripture for the first time or returning to familiar passages, the NKJV offers a faithful, accessible, and reverent reading experience. For additional information, visit thomasnelsonbibles.com/nkjv-bible/
