Revolve is a publication of the complete New Testament in the form of a large glamour magazine, targeted at teen girls. Full of quizzes and Q&A advice, the “Biblezine” appeals by making the Bible seem exciting and relevant. Since its initial publication in 2003, Revolve has been followed by several similar products—as well as harsh criticism from more conservative Christians who see Revolve and its allies as giving bad advice and weakening the Bible's authority.

Revolve: The Complete New Testament is published by Thomas Nelson. Targeted at high school girls who are intimidated by the Bible, Revolve uses the New Century Version (NCV), a translation chosen for its “readability,” and mimics the format of popular teen magazines. Like typical niche study Bibles, ...