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Study Bible. The next tool I recommend is a reputable study Bible in another translation. I highly encourage you to study your Bible in multiple translations. It is beneficial to have a main Bible in one and a study Bible in another.
- THE SWORD METHOD OF BIBLE STUDY. The Sword Method of Bible Study is a simple, but powerful way to study the Bible. You simply ask 3 questions that cover the 3 most important points.
- CHARACTER STUDY. In a Character Study or Biographical Study, you look at one character in the Bible and draw out lessons from their life. There are many to choose from – major characters like Abraham, Joseph, Deborah, Moses, Ruth, David, Solomon, Esther, Paul, and Peter.
- WRITE OUT VERSES FROM THE BIBLE. Writing out a verse or several verses makes you slow down and think about the Scripture. It can give you a different perspective on the verse than just reading it alone.
- STUDY A BOOK OF THE BIBLE. Have you tried other ways to study the Bible and want to go deeper? Do you like to be challenged? Studying a book of the Bible, or doing a book-by-book study, is a great way to go.
- Believe. It’s important to remember that understanding the Bible requires faith. We have to believe it. Augustine challenged us, “Believe so that you may understand.”
- Pray and meditate. Prayer is often an afterthought, but we can’t understand anything spiritual unless God helps us and reveals it to us. We may have faith, but we still need help.
- Read in context. Just because we believe God’s Word and pray about it doesn’t mean that we’re immediately given comprehensive understanding of Scripture.
- Have a plan. If we’re reading the Bible regularly, it’s best not to open the Bible to a random place every day. Nor is it always good to go wherever our whims take us.
- Make it stick. The easiest way to create a new habit is by linking it to something you already do consistently. So if the first thing you do in the morning is reach for your phone, try reflecting on YouVersion’s Verse of the Day.
- Make it automatic. The best way to build a habit is just to start. And as you get started, don’t focus on the amount of time you’re reading or listening to Scripture, just focus on doing it regularly.
- Stay connected. You’re more likely to keep studying your Bible if you do it alongside someone who cares about your spiritual growth. Plans with Friends offers a simple, easy way to make sure you continue building your Bible study habit.
- Make it feel new. Sometimes, the reason we get in a Bible reading rut is because what we’re doing feels too familiar. Switch up how you engage with the Bible.
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Some of us learn well when we get to interact with others in the process. As we work together, we learn from each other. This can happen through personal sharing, storytelling, debating, and brainstorming. The key is that we’re doing it together. In fact, as we look at these others ways we learn, many of them can be incorporated with relational lea...
For some of us, music enhances the environment for learning. We don’t have to be musicians, but we enjoy music. For these folks, try listening to a song and consider how it connects to the Scripture being studied. Another idea is to rewrite lyrics of a well-known song to capture the essence of your study. Even playing music in the background during...
OK, so these people often enjoy lectures, but they also like problem solving. They like to reason through things and analyze them. They enjoy an outline, word studies, analogies, and even statistics.
When nature and God’s creation are brought into the mix, some people become more attune to learning. They’re the ones whose quiet time is enhanced with a walk though nature. But you can bring nature—physical objects—into the group as well. For example, as you discuss Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well, pass out water. Or better yet, give the...
The physical learners in your group don’t always like to sit still. Physical movement engages their brains. Use hands-on activities. Let them role-play. When asking a question that calls for an agree/disagree response, place the words on different walls. Let the group members move and stand based on how they agree with the statement. Let me stress ...
Reflective learners don’t mind silence. They like to internalize and think things through. Like logical learners, they don’t mind a lecture, because they want to think and reflect. Instead of talking, occasionally direct the group to write down their responses to a discussion question.
Anything a visual person sees with their eyes engages learning—like visuals, PowerPoint presentations, movie clips. Let class members draw or illustrate something from the study. Drawing is not a juvenile activity. I’ve done this with senior adults, and they loved it. Why? We never outgrow the way we like to learn.
The verbally-focused people in your group connect with words: writing, reading, and speaking. Give them a moment to read a small portion of the book you’re using. Let them write a prayer or how they will apply the Scripture. Let them use words! Some of these approaches will take you out of your own comfort zone if they aren’t how you like to learn—...
Sep 17, 2024 · With the right tools and methods, anyone can dive deep into God’s Word, gaining insights that not only inform but also transform how we live. In this guide, you’ll learn step-by-step how to do a Bible study, explore various methods to engage with Scripture, and discover ways to enhance both personal and group studies.
1. Set clear goals. 2. Create a schedule. 3. You need to find the right place to study the Bible. 4. Use a daily Bible reading plan or guide. 5. Start with small, manageable goals. 6. Choose a study method or plan. 7. Journal and reflect. 8. Seek accountability and community. 9. Prioritize consistency over quantity. 10. Stay flexible and adaptable.
