Our Commitment to Scripture
At The GRIDS Family, we are committed to presenting God’s Word faithfully, preserving the accuracy and context of Scripture, and respecting the intellectual property rights of Bible translators and publishers.
Our biblical resources draw upon established English Bible translations to support gospel understanding, theological study, discipleship, and spiritual growth.
Bible Translations and Copyright
King James Version (KJV 1769)
The King James Version, using its traditional 1769 standardized text, serves as our primary translation for theological expositions, in-depth Bible studies, and doctrinal articles.
The historical KJV text is generally in the public domain outside the United Kingdom, where special rights in the Authorized Version remain applicable.
New American Standard Bible (NASB 1995)
The New American Standard Bible, 1995 edition, serves as our secondary translation for theological exposition and biblical study, and as our primary translation for devotionals, blogs, and spiritual reflections.
Scripture quotations taken from the (NASB®) New American Standard Bible®, Copyright © 1960, 1971, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission. All rights reserved. www.Lockman.org.
Quotations are subject to The Lockman Foundation’s published permissions and applicable limitations.
New International Version (NIV 2011)
The New International Version (2011 edition) serves as our primary translation for gospel presentations and introductory resources for those exploring the Christian faith and new believers.
The NIV is copyrighted by Biblica, Inc. Our intended use is limited to fewer than 500 verses, in accordance with Biblica’s quotation guidelines, including the applicable conditions concerning the extent of quotations, copyright acknowledgment, and permissions.
Scripture quotations are identified by their biblical references and translation edition. Reproduction of NIV text on our website is subject to Biblica’s applicable permissions and licensing requirements.
Biblica: Copyright and Permissions
Scripture Quotations and References
Scripture quotations are identified by their biblical references and translation abbreviations, including KJV 1769, NASB 1995, and other editions where applicable.
We seek to reproduce Scripture accurately, preserve its literary and theological context, and distinguish biblical quotations from our explanations, interpretations, and devotional reflections.
Where appropriate, Scripture references may link to YouVersion or other authorized Bible-reading platforms, allowing readers to examine the passages in their wider biblical context.
External links identify the translation available through the respective platform and do not confer permission to reproduce copyrighted Bible text.
Copyright and Permissions
Copyrighted Bible translations remain the intellectual property of their respective rights holders. Their reproduction is governed by applicable copyright laws, publisher permissions, and licensing conditions.
Publisher-prescribed copyright acknowledgments are provided on web pages containing quotations from copyrighted translations, as required by the applicable permissions.
Permission to reproduce or share original resources created by The GRIDS Family does not automatically extend to copyrighted Bible translations or other third-party materials.
For the permitted use and sharing of our original teaching resources, please refer to our Copyright and Intellectual Property in Terms of Use.
We seek to honor the integrity of Scripture, the responsibility of authorship, and the rights of those whose work helps make God’s Word accessible to readers.
Contact
For questions concerning Scripture attribution, copyright acknowledgments, or permissions, please contact:
The GRIDS Family
Email: tgf@thegridsfamily.com
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The GRIDS Family
Effective Date: November 10, 2026
Last Updated: November 10, 2026