or do you not have to use a study guide? Maybe you don't have problems understanding it in the first palce?
2006-10-27 03:39:09 · 20 answers · asked by helpme1 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I use the NIV study bible
I love it
That is all I really need.
it explains each verse at the bottom
2006-10-27 03:41:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
There are tons of study guides we as Jehovah's Witnesses use to fully understand the Bible.
One of my personal favorites are the "Insight to the Scriptures" volumes. These are basically like scriptural encylopedias.
We also have the Watchtower and Awake magazines that help us by providing articles on specific topics and explain how we can apply scripture regarding the topics.
We have numerous books. Examples - "Daniel's Prophecy" goes into great detail explaining the prophecies of Daniel; "Revelation - It's Grand Climax at Hand" discusses in detail the book of Revelation (which, by the way, anyone wanting to study this book in depth can do so at any Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. We're currently studying a book called "What Does The Bible Really Teach", but we'll begin studying the book on Revelation afterward. You can get copies of these publications from any Kingdom Hall or from any Witness who stops at your door. They are free of charge, but you can make a donation if you want to.)
2006-10-27 10:54:01 · answer #2 · answered by Kelly L 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Christians usually belong to a church of their choice. The minister/priest will do a sermon each week, using references from the bible. He will explain the meaning of the verses that he has chosen. Also, we have Sunday School where the children are taught stories from the bible from a very young age.
Usually each church will have a bible study group that will meet separately on a given evening or day of the week. They will choose chapters that they want to study and go over them to get the meaning from the chapter and verse. As previously mentioned the best way to study the bible is to read it from cover to cover. Some bibles have red print at the bottom, or sides of the pages that will further elaborate on the meanings of the text.
2006-10-27 10:49:15 · answer #3 · answered by bluefairie 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you are having problems understanding the Bible, you might want to try a version in simpler English...I like The Message.
I have E-Sword on my computer, with tons of different versions on it...you can download it for free at www.e-sword.net. It's a great tool for reading and learning about the Bible.
But I have found that, for me at least, the very best Bible-study tool is prayer. Pray for guidance before you open that book, and God, Who has promised that all who seek Him shall find Him, will, indeed, guide you to His truth.
God bless you!
2006-10-27 10:54:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a study bible...it's better if you have one coz then you can at least know what to read and when! I read in the morning and evening, and I just explain the stuff to myself! I dont study it like I would for an exam! But you don't need a study guide, just read the bible night and day!
Peace
2006-10-27 10:43:41 · answer #5 · answered by -♦One-♦-Love♦- 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
When reading the Book, most people see only what goes along with their own way of thinking, and they ignore anything that
doesn't.
When we read any "inspired" writing, we should ask for guidance from the Holy Spirit. Then, if one gets a little too Liberal, the
Spirit will lead them to something more conservative. And if
one gets a little too Conservative, the Spirit will lead them
to something more liberal.
As our Creator wants us to have an EVEN mind.
2006-10-27 10:57:42 · answer #6 · answered by zenbuddhamaster 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I study my Bible straight by starting to read it from the beginning to the end. But I also use a daily study guide the link below:
2006-10-27 10:41:34 · answer #7 · answered by Damian 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes, He is call the Holy Spirit. He reveals the TRUTH of God's Holy Scriptures to man.
Ephesians 5:9 - (For the fruit of the Spirit is in all goodness and righteousness and truth;)
2006-10-27 11:20:59 · answer #8 · answered by deacon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use the new NIV translation version, the ont with explanation of key terms in the verse. It has detailed maps on the back, and essays throughout. Also has an introduction of historical/societal backgroungand pertinent common questions/answers on the validity of each book before the chapters. It also has verses link to other verses that are pertinent to what you are reading at the time.
2006-10-27 10:43:53 · answer #9 · answered by Steve R 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
With the Catechism in hand, a good study bible such as NAB or Navarre bible is a well formed start!
Peace,
MoP
2006-10-27 10:49:26 · answer #10 · answered by ManOfPhysics 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I say a prayer to the Holy Spirit before I begin, I ask for
wisdom and understanding. If I do not get it I reread it and reread it. If it Be Gods will I will understand it, if not then that means I'm not ready at that time.
2006-10-27 10:59:23 · answer #11 · answered by Gods child 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋