If one does go with the NIV, make sure it's the original 1973 edition of the NIV. The "TNIV" released around 10 years ago and the NIV updated edition released three or four years ago are politically correct monstrosities which take massive liberties with the text and are horrible translations.
Oh, I agree. I loathe the “politically correct” versions!
When I worked at a “liberal” seminary back in the 80’s, they were just starting with the “inclusive language” garbage. At the time I was a one-woman campaign against it!
Needless to say, I lost my job over my big mouth. It would not be the last time THAT would happen! LOL!
I've both and have noticed some things that do not match.