Do any of you people actually study the Bible? Or do you just attend church, to socialize with your neighbor?

Answer 1

Great Question


98.8% of all Christains wordwide have absoluty no clue of what the Bible is all about.

From apples to rapture and all dogmas in between that have no referance what so ever in the Bible.

Ignorance is bliss.

But to be unbias...God prefers it that way.

No sin in Ignorance.

Smile. God loves you anyway!!!

Answer 2

Yes - I do study the Bible. I read it on my own, and my husband and I are have been involved in studying the Bible with about 5 other couples from Church. We meet every Saturday. We have studied everything from different books of the Bible and how to apply the teachings to our life. Right now we are studying love and respect in marriage. I cannot imagine my life without this kind of wisdom, companionship and support. We also attend church weekly and serve. He teaches Sunday school and I am a greeter. does that answer your questions?BTW, we have been in the same church in our community for the last 13 years - and our teens attend as well.

Answer 3

I do study the Bible, both at church and at home in my private Bible time (many call that devotions, but it seems like a pretentious word to me). I use study notes in my Bible as well as certain internet sources and study guides to further my understanding. The cool thing about the Bible, is that there's always something to learn from it, even when you've read the same passage every year of your life.

Socializing is a big part of going to church. For many, it's what gets them in the door. We then rely on sound Biblical preaching, engaging interactive Sunday School or small group lessons, and personal relationships with mature Christians to anchor people to church and, ultimately, to Jesus.

Answer 4

I do study, though as I guess most Christians will tell you, not as much as I should. I think it's hard for us to know how much study is "enough." It's a big book! I've read the Bible and I've listened to most of it on CD. I'm guessing you're asking for levels of familiarity more than effective study habits?

I do socialize, but maybe not in the way you mean. It's not about potlucks for the sake of potlucks. We don't have a kitchen or social programs. We do get together outside church services and socialize.

I see value in that. It's good to be around others with like values and observe how they live them. That can be profoundly uplifting and educational. What people generally focus on in these situations is the few who are not living up to their calling rather than learning from those who are. And that's unfortunate. Looking for fault in others may make us feel better about ourselves, but it doesn't really teach us much. Focusing on what others are doing really well, gives us hope and practical instruction.

Answer 5

I attend to study. I don't really socialize there. I know quite a few at the church, but I do not hang out in groups or talk really about anything outside of church and Sunday School. I am friends with more of the kids, as I am also a Sunday school teacher. My relationship with several are that that I could talk about a problem or for guidance, but not really like bar-b-que buddys or anything like that.

Answer 6

Actually, not wanting to sound boastful, I do study the Bible. I have studied the Bible for the past 15 years. I have also read through the Bible completely 18 times.

I have taught Sunday School, and have been a youth leader. I am attending Bible College for even more in depth study.

While I do attend church twice a week, it is as more for the teaching, than it is for the fellowship. (The fellowship is quite wonderful, by the way.)

How about you?

Answer 7

Truthfully I don't study the bible like I ought to but you know what I don't live that close to anyone in chruch and also I go to chruch to learn the word and for spritual cleansing. I also go to revitize my sprit and to praise god among my fellow christians. If I really wanted to socialize with anyone I would just go visit them or give them a call on the phone. Why would anyone use church as a place to socialize really? Well from the pass few questions I can tell you are either a atheis or you are just satan in the flesh.

Answer 8

I have studies the bible for many years, both on my own and in a group. I have taken online courses in theology and I must say there is that old saying "a little knowledge can be a dangerous thing" and that is truth. It is one thing to know the bible, but quite another to live in its teachings. At some point, it must be that the head knowledge, moves down to become imbedded in the heart and soul so that we truly learn what Jesus taught us. And learn to put that into our daily lives. I think much more can be learned from someone who actually lives the gospel message in their daily lives, than someone who has a head full of knowledge and can quote scripture, yet the message is not in the heart.

Answer 9

I go to the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses,and I study the Bible and socialize. Actually the scriptures call that kind of socialization encouragement! And Good association!

Answer 10

Yes, I spend several hours of week to study Bible and His word.
I believe that the Bible is God's life manual for us. I attend several Bible study groups in a year, different topics. Since I invited the Holy Spirit in my heart, I understand His word differently. That really makes a difference, and I know that God is talking to me. So my life is a personal testimony that God talks to us through His word.

Worship is for God. And fellowship with other Christians is essential. I studied my Bible without church too, but now I have wise people to guide and assist me with my faith path.

Answer 11

My husband and I are studying the Bible together. And ... part of attending church is for fellowship and socialization with other Christians. Nothing wrong with that.