How do I read the bible?

Question

Is there a certain technique? Do I just read it from front to back? Or do I skip around?

BTW I have never read the bible. I'm struggling with my faith and marriage and we have decided that we need to find God.

lisa smith- Anarchist means(copy and pasted from dictionary.com: a political theory favoring the abolition of governments
I think you mean your atheist dear
One who disbelieves or denies the existence of God or gods

Answer 1

One page at a time.
There are many ways, you can start at the front, you can skip around, you can pick a topic and study different areas in the Bible on that topic. But it all boils down to one page at a time. Heck one verse at a time for that matter.

Answer 2

Good for you! The Bible is a great book and there are so many ways to go about reading it.

Some people start with the Psalms. The Psalms are a bit different from the rest of the Bible because these are words that people said to God, instead of the other way around! But they contain every human normal emotion that it is possible to have--expressions of anger at God, dismay, fear, discouragement, praise, excitement--it's all there, and you might identify with some of the feelings expressed if you are going through a hard time.

I would also recommend Genesis, as it contains most of the basic Bible stories that are foundational. Then you might dive into the New Testament --read the Gospels to learn about Jesus and Acts, to get the feeling of the early church.

Of course you can read it in any order, even cover to cover if you like. Find a translation that you like and do a little everyday. Don't get discouraged if there are passages that you do not understand--just keep going or post a question here for help.

Good luck!

Answer 3

What an interesting question. Read it how you want. There is a LOT of stuff in there, and there are lots of great comments here. The interpretation of it is what I find the really interesting choice. I mean, there is the person that reads into it literally, and the person that reads into it symbolically, and those who are somewhere in between. For a really fresh and interesting reading, try to look at the characters in the story as psychological symbols. For example, Christ as a state of mind and awareness where the illusions of the world fall away, or seeing the disciples and other characters as archetypes; Check out Neville Goddard, he has really interesting theories. You might find you disagree with his approach, or you might find them totally intriguing like I did, but the bottom line is his position is really very different and worth knowing. In any case, you will do well, and there is no wrong way if you follow your heart.

Answer 4

First of all find a Bible in modern language not something like the old King James.

If you want an overview start at the begining and read one of tow pages every day. If you want to concentrte on the information that particularly deals with Chritianity, start with the 4 Gospels. It realy depends on where your interest lays. Reading the Bible every day is a good habit to get into any way

Some parts can seem very difficult because they deal with geneologies. Some books are very poetic. Some are hard to understand because they are prophetic. But all have important information for us.

If you want to look at subject matter then the next time one of Jehovah's Witnesses calls at your door ask them for some of their Bible study aids. They will provide them free of charge.

If you do not want them to regularly call tell them that from the start.

Their different Bible study aids cover basic concepts, history of the Bible, to specialyt subjects like marriage and family, some specifically for teeenages, some for children, some on different prophetic books. Ask for a list and chose those with topics that interest you.

Answer 5

Tara, may the Lord bless you as you journey through His Word! Let me see if I can help just a little.

The Bible is not just a book. It is essentially a library of 66 books. These books are broken down into two main sections: The Old Testament, and the New Testament.

In the Old Testament, you will find the history of Israel, and mankind's relationship with God, and how we can't live up to the demands of a holy God. The New Testament deals with God sending His Son to save us, so that we no longer have to try to live up to those Old Testament standards.

I recommend that you start with one of the four Gospels in the New Testament. I recommend the Book of John as a beginning one, since it is written by Jesus' closest disciple. After that, then read the very next book, called "The Acts of the Apostles." It gives you some background into the early church, and helps to understand tha nature of God and His church.

I also recommend that you get someone who is mature in the faith, who can help guide you in your reading.

It is a wonderful adventure that you are embarking on, and I hope that you will find it fulfilling and rewarding!

(Oh, pray before reading...ask God to help you see what He wants you to see in His Word! He'll do it!)

Answer 6

Excuse the pun, but read it religiously. Set aside time everyday, alone, to be with the Lord during your reading. Have with you a nice cup of hot tea to drink and a hi-liter with some page tabs. Use the hi-liter to mark passages you find interesting, give you pause for thought, don't understand, or brings you a sense of calm. Do Not try to memorize the bible in one sitting. Remember, most priests, pastors, ministers, or whatever your religion might call your spiritual leader all have at least 4 years of college and divinity school and they still don't know all of the bible.

Just my opinion here, but if you are a weak reader, you may not want to use the King James Bible to do your reading, that is the one that still uses the old English, thee, tho, thy and all the other th words. It is usually difficult for beginners to read. Maybe the best bible to buy to start reading is one containing daily devotionals. It exposes the reader to many different sections of the bible and is fun to read, because they often quiz you on what you just read.

Answer 7

There's no right or wrong way to read the Bible. You can start anywhere you feel lead. I would suggest you ask God to show you where to start. The New Testament has the beginning of the church and the way of salvation. It contains the teachings of Jesus himself. There are some great helps for everyday living. I find it is easier to understand. If you need any help feel free to contact me if there is something specific I can help you find.

Answer 8

There isn't any particular order you have to follow or any one way to read it. You can just start at the beginning, or anywhere else for that matter, and just read. If you want a more structured approach, try getting a study Bible. These Bibles often have set out studies with certain passages, in certain orders, for you to read. They also usually have good glossaries, maps, reference materials, focus questions, etc.

If you want to just start reading the Bible you already have, and need a suggestion of where to start, I recommend starting in the New Testament, in the book of Luke. Just start reading the beginning of Luke; it is probably one of the best places for a new Bible reader to start at.

Answer 9

GENEALOGY OF JESUS

ADAM TO # 10 NOAH TO # 20 ABRAHAM Matt.1:1-17; 42 left in genealogy of Jesus.

The perfect 1000 year day was lost, Adam died in the day he sinned, Life became shorter and shorter from Adam at 930, 912,905,910,895,962,365,969 = Methuselah, 777, 950 = Noah & age 600 Shem, 483, 433, 464, 239, 239, 230, 148, 205, 175 = Abraham #20, 180, 147, 137, 133, 137, 110 = Joseph 123, 120 = Moses, 100 Samuel, 70 = David, 69 = Solomon to Psm.90:10; By Moses from Gen.6:3; The life sustaining earth was lost in the flood. JESUS AS SAVIOR WILL SAVE ALL POSSIBLE TO THE NEW HEAVENS AND THE NEW EARTH. 2Pet.3:13; Isa.65:17; 66:1,22; Rev.2:7; 21:1-5;

Seth born in year 130, [Gen.5:3]; Seth was 105 and had; Gen.5:6;
Enos in year 235, Enos was 90 and had; Gen.5:9;
Cainan in year 325, when he is 70 he has; Gen.5:12;
Mahalaleel in year 395, when he is 65 he has; Gen,5:15;
Jared in the year 460, when he is 162, he has; Gen,5:18;
Enoch in the year 622, when Enoch is 65, he has; Gen.5:21;
Methusaleh in the year 687, when he is 187, he has; Gen.5:25;
Lamech in the year 874, Lamech is age 56, in year 930 and Adam dies Gen.5:5;
Methusaleh is age 243 when Adam dies,
726 years to flood is age of Methusaleh when he dies at age 969
Gen,5:27; born year 874 + 969 = 1656,
it was year of the flood when Methuselah died.
Lamech born in year 874, was age 182, he had, Gen.5:28;
Noah in the year 1056 [Adam dead 126 years],
Noah was age 600 Gen.7:6; [born 1056 + 600 =] the flood came in year 1656.
1656 + 350 years after the flood, Noah died in year 2006, Gen.9:28,29; At age 950.
Shem age 98 at time of flood , and age 600 at death, died 25 years before Abraham died. Gen.11:10[Shem was age 100, two years after the flood]; He was age 448 when Noah died, and age 450 when Abraham was born, Abraham is son 20 in the genealogy of Jesus Matt.1:1-17; Abraham Gen.12:4[age 75]; 25:7[age 175 died];

Answer 10

If you are new to the Bible... the best way in my opinion would be to first read Genesis....This gives you a good foundation upon which all the rest of scripture rests... in particular the first 11 chapters of Genesis are really important.

Next I would read the gospel of John... this will give you a really good foundation for learning about Christ, his life and miracles and the gospel.

Psalms and Proverbs can be read at any time and are all great for praise, encouragement, and wisdom..

Happy reading....