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How to Study the Bible: Mastering the Art of Studying the Bible
Sometimes when we’re searching for answers in the Bible, we end up with more questions instead. And that’s okay! Questions can help us draw closer to God and learn more about Him. But how do we know what questions to ask? We’re finding out this week at church.
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About Life.Church
Life.Church is a global church with a huge vision to reach people who don’t know Christ. We love getting together every week to worship God and experience a relevant and powerful message, and we’re glad you’re joining us today! Visit www.life.church to learn more about our church.
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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 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)
The Bible is meant to transform us, not just inform us.
1 Corinthians 8:1 NLT
… while knowledge makes us feel important, it is love that strengthens the church.
… while knowledge makes us feel important, it is love that strengthens the church.
“The Bible should give us a bigger heart, not a bigger head.”
—Rick Warren
—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.
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.
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.
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.
• 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.
More Bible Study Resources
To put into practice the five steps in this message, it helps to have resources—and we’ve got you covered. Find insightful articles, podcast episodes, Bible Plans, and useful apps to try. As you learn how to read and understand the Bible more, it’ll help you grow closer to God.
https://www.life.church/biblestudy
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