Did not read or study Bible for at least ten years,which is the best way to re-start again ?

Question

Most of my questions are not really my personnal problem,but this one is real,the real story of me.

Answer 1

One of the best ways I usually tell poeple is to start with the gospel of John-unlike the other three gospels, called synoptic gospels ( same in content) which tell the things that Jesus said, done, and the places he went, the gospel of John is different in content, for it tells you who Jesus is!!! Then read the book of Acts which is the history of Christianity- then read the book of John again, then the book of Acts again- then start at the beginning of the gospels Mt. Mk. Lu. Jn. and continue through the New Testament . It is not advised to start with the Old Testament because, although it is a part of the bible, it contains six probationary dispensations that are not as fulfilling as the New Testament that gives us Grace. The first being Innocence(in the garden) 2.Conscience(after the sin) 3. Human Government (kings & rulers) 4.Promise (generations of Shem) 5.Law(Ex. 13:1-Mt. 4:1; 11:11; Lk.16:16., from Moses to Christ--and 6. Grace Mt:4:1-Rev.19:21,Jn. 1:17. The Old Testament is the New Testament hidden-and the New Testament is the Old Testament revealed. The final dispensation is Divine Government or Millinium, the eternal perfect state with God all-in-all again (1 Cor. 15:24-28), as before rebellion in the universe headed by Lucifer and Adam ( Isa. 65:17; 66:22-24; 2 Pet. 3:13; Rev. 21-22 ). I hope that I have helped you, remember: studying the bible will keep you from sin, or sin will keep you from the bible. Also, read a Proverb every day there is one for everyday.

Roosevelt--a thread in the tapestry of "CHRIST"

Answer 2

I would start be reading the more interesting parts first. The Gospels or the first few books of Genesis, or possibly the Old Testment Prophets. These parts are more in story form than other parts of the Bible, and are more accessible and understandable for most people. You could also try Psalms and Song of Solomon, those are mostly poetry, and come in small chunks, easy to digest.

I would NOT recommend picking it up after hot having read it for years and starting at the beginning. It's not easy to make it past Deuteronomy or Levitticus, or even the second half of Genesis. After you do some selected readings, like those listed above and maybe Job, go back & then start at the beginning. It will be easier to get through the dense parts if you have a feel for the whole first.

Answer 3

I highly recomend a good study Bible. I use A Ryrie Study Bible, expanded edition. In The King James. But will recomend the New American Standard Bible(updated) allso in the Study Bible version. I do not know if Ryrie has that version but would think so.

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Answer 4

Praise God that you are in a place in your life where you are starting again first of all!

The book of Romans provides an excellent jumping point I have found. I would say all roads lead to Romans. It has a clear coverage of most of the issues found in Scripture, a solid way to regain a footing in the Bible.

With that the Gospels and Isaiah are excellent compliments to each other, for it shows God's promise in Isaiah and shows it fulfilled in Christ through the Gospels.

Genesis is a source of many of the teachings reused throughout the Bible, and will provide an excellent reference for when you aren't sure what a writer is talking about because they are referring to another passage of Scripture.

Above all, I'd strongly recommend you find a Church that is eager to teach people how to read their Bible. Talk to Christians who know their Bible and know it well. They can be instrumental in helping you to grow in your ability to understand the Bible and read and learn things on your own.

May God bless you as you seek to know His Word better.

Answer 5

A lot of people like to start with the New Testement and reading the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John first, because it gets straight to Jesus' teachings. If you do a google search, I'm sure you can find some great Bible studies and plans to read the whole thing. God bless!

Answer 6

Pick a random spot in the Old Testament near Psalms or something like that then start reading. OR do an on line search for a topic of interest like "dragons" and read all of the versions of all of the Bible verses on that topic and then the concordance and interpretation. Then write an essay on your interpretation. Then send $29.95 along with your essay to the 700 Club to have your essay graded and if it is correct you get a doctor of divine interpretation and you can write your own dogma.

Answer 7

I would start in Proverbs, its full of wisdom and good advice. I would thin go to Matthew and read the first account of the Gospel, next I would read Acts for advice on Christian living. Last I would read Psalms before attempting to read the whole bible. I wish you well, Try to set a side a time each day to make a habit of reading, and pray for wisdom and inspiration before you read.

Answer 8

There are Sunday School classes for all ages. And it's one of the best ways to study the bible. Most adult classes even have discussions where you can share your input and get other peoples interpretations.

Answer 9

My suggestions would be:
Purposely set aside a time every day (evening works best for me, but alot of people say they like mornings best), and STICK TO IT.

Spend some time in prayer...God loves to hear from His children, particularly those who have been out of touch for awhile.

I have found that it works best for me to start at the beginning (Genesis) and keep reading (starting every evening at the place I left off the evening before), until I get to the end (Revelation). (I confess...I tend to skip through the begats and much of Dueteronomy through Leviticus, although there is some good stuff there). It's a bit difficult to choose "the best gospel", but if I had to choose only one, I think it would be Luke's.

God bless you, and Welcome Home!!

Answer 10

Go to the back, to the index. Chose a topic which is relevant to you on that day and read it, it will have more meaning this way. Dont just start reading at Genesis, you will soon give up