How to Read Your Bible

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Since the Bible is foundational to a faithful and growing knowledge of God, how well we read the Bible will influence how well we know God. That’s why hearing the message of the Bible as it was intended by its ancient inspired writers is so important. This how-to course is designed to equip you to do just that.

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Since the Bible is foundational to a faithful and growing knowledge of God, how well we read the Bible will influence how well we know God. That’s why hearing the message of the Bible as it was intended by its ancient inspired writers is so important. This how-to course is designed to equip you to do just that.

Designed for individuals and groups, this course journeys in two phases across six modules. In Phase One (Modules 1-2), we consider how to think about the Bible and ourselves as interpreters in order to make the most of our study time. In Phase Two (Modules 3-6), we introduce practical steps and tools for reading the text of Scripture carefully, studying Bible backgrounds, finding the theological principle of a passage, and discerning a faithful response to a passage today.

When you're ready to start, download the study guide and follow along with the videos. Enjoy the Journey!

2. What is the Bible

3. Which Translation

4. Our Posture as Bible Readers

5. The Reader as Interpreter

6. Who Controls the Meaning

7. The Role of the Holy Spirit

8. reading the text

9. Bible Backgrounds and Geographical Context

10. Historical Context

11. Cultural Context

12. Genre

13. Linguistic Context and Word Study

14. Defining the theological principle 

15. Finding the theological principle

16. Defining Application

17. Applying the Text

18. Example: Close Reading Ephesians 2:1-10

19. Example: Reading Genesis 1

Coming soon!