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How to Study the Bible—2
Mastering the Art of Studying the Bible
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Mastering the Art of Studying the Bible
What Is the Word of God?
· A sword that pierces. Hebrews 4:12
· A light that shines. Psalm 119:105
· A mirror that reveals. James 1:23
· A path to purity. Psalm 119:9
· A meal that nourishes. 1 Timothy 4:6
· A seed that reproduces. 1 Peter 1:23
· A fire that consumes. Jeremiah 23:29
· A defense against temptation. Psalm 119:11
· The source of our faith. Romans 10:17
· The truth that lives forever. Isaiah 40:8
· A light that shines. Psalm 119:105
· A mirror that reveals. James 1:23
· A path to purity. Psalm 119:9
· A meal that nourishes. 1 Timothy 4:6
· A seed that reproduces. 1 Peter 1:23
· A fire that consumes. Jeremiah 23:29
· A defense against temptation. Psalm 119:11
· The source of our faith. Romans 10:17
· The truth that lives forever. Isaiah 40:8
The Bible is meant to transform us, not just inform us.
“The Bible should give us a bigger heart, not a bigger head.”
—Rick Warren
How to Study the Bible
1. Choose a translation you understand.
2. Choose a time, a place, and a plan to study.
3. Understand the context.
4. Read slowly and ask questions.
5. Pray for God to speak to you, and apply what He shows you.
2. Choose a time, a place, and a plan to study.
3. Understand the context.
4. Read slowly and ask questions.
5. Pray for God to speak to you, and apply what He shows you.
More Bible Study Resources
www.life.church/biblestudy
www.life.church/biblestudy
5 Different Ways to Approach the Bible
1. You can start with a book of the Bible.
2. You can study a person in the Bible.
3. You can study a topic in the Bible.
4. You can do a daily devotional or a YouVersion Bible Plan.
5. You can read through the whole Bible.
2. You can study a person in the Bible.
3. You can study a topic in the Bible.
4. You can do a daily devotional or a YouVersion Bible Plan.
5. You can read through the whole Bible.
Who wrote it?
To whom was it written?
What was the purpose?
To whom was it written?
What was the purpose?
Which person do you relate to most?
· Paul, who’s taking a risk on someone.
· Onesimus, who needs forgiveness.
Philemon, who’s being called to forgive
· Paul, who’s taking a risk on someone.
· Onesimus, who needs forgiveness.
Philemon, who’s being called to forgive
DO YOU NEED PRAYER?
...The things which are impossible with men are possible with God. Luke 18:27 We would love an opportunity to pray for you. Please click on the link below and submit your prayer request.
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Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17. The Bible is meant to transform us, not just inform us. How have you seen this transformation in your own life?
Talk about the barriers that make it difficult for you to spend time in God’s Word. How can you help one another stay disciplined in reading the Bible this week?
What are you most looking forward to as you plan how you’ll study the Bible this week? Talk about any new ways you plan on approaching the Bible.
Check out this five-step guide to reading and understanding the Bible at www.life.church/biblestudy
Start the Bible Plan, The Bible: Explained using Plans With Friends: www.go2.lc/thebible
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