Best method for studying your bible?

Question

I am saved. I would like to learn my bible. I use a king james scofeild study bible King James Version and its the only one i am going to use other then the assistence of a concordence.
where is it best to start? and where to go after that?

Answer 1

"where is it best to start?"

Genesis 1:1

Ask me another!

Answer 2

I don't know if what I do would be considered Bible study by Christians, but I do comparative religion and mythologies studies. When I'm using the Bible in those studies, the tool I find most useful is Strong's Concordance. It references every single word of the Bible back to the original Hebrew/Greek, so you can see what was originally written there. And it lists every location the word is used in the Bible. It's extremely useful, since when doing the comparative studies you'd want the original term used, and not the English one. For example, in 2 Peter 2:4, "Tartarus" is translated into English as hell the same way Gehenna is. But Gehenna and Tartarus were two very different concepts, and the context they are used in the scriptures implies that they should not be translated as the same word. For that matter, Gehenna and the English translation of "hell" are not identical concepts (given what 'hell' has come to mean). That would be missed if someone were to study only the English translation.

Answer 3

Well, this is personal, I would recommend Starting in the New Testament. This is where we find our salvation and our duties as Christians. Once you have this fairly well down then go back and see how it all lead up to Jesus. Also, as you read the NT you will find OT references go there and check it out and see how they relate to one another.

You could also start and end each Bible session with a chapter from Proverbs and Psalms. But, no matter how you do it being in the word will be fine.

Remember: 2 Timothy 3:16 (King James Version)

16All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness

Answer 4

Pray first and ask God that the Holy Spirit reveal the Truth, Spirit and Power of His Holy Word.

It is hard to answer not knowing how much you have already been studying but I would start in John and read on thru Acts and start the books written by the Apostle Paul (Romans, etc).
The Apostle Paul was sent to the Gentiles so his writings are for the present day we live in today. The Gospel of Grace. Based on Christ's Crusifiction, burial and Resurrection.

Answer 5

Do you have problems understanding Shakespeare? If so, I would suggest a different translation. Shakespeare wrote his works at about the same time the KJV was being put together. I'm not saying it's bad, I'm just saying that most people don't understand it.

I would suggest starting in Matthew, then Mark, and then Luke-Acts. Read those two in order, because they're really part one and part two of one big story. Then maybe John? Then I'd hit some Old Testament.

Answer 6

Begin with the New Testament (starting at Matthew) and read it through to Revelation.Then I suggest you read Genesis, then the Psalms, then Isaiah, then Job, then Proverbs, then Exodus through Deuteronomy; then Jeremiah;
then Joshua through II Samuel, then Ezekiel; then I & II Kings, then Daniel; then I & II Chronicles; then Song of Solomon, then Hosea; then Ezra, Nehemiah and Esther and finally Joel through Malachi.
This is to get you through the entire Bible.
Concentrate on the New Testament,
Read Matthew through Acts, and start over.
Read Romans through Revelation, and start over.
Read a Psalm every day.
Approach the Word like you would a marriage - make this a life long commitment, and you won't regret it.

Answer 7

If you start with the 4 Gospels, and read 3 chapters a day, you will read them in one month. If you read 1 chapter a day, you will read the 4 Gospels in three months. I would read the Gospels at least 4 times, because that is the best way to comes to know Jesus, his words and actions. Only then would I begin to read other New Testament books, starting with Acts.

Answer 8

Its usually easiest to start in the Gospels, or even Psalms. If there's a Bible-study group, home group or cell-group in your area it might be a good idea to join. It's good to hear other Christian's views on what the Bible says, and what God is saying to them through the verses.

Ask God to help you understand what you're reading, after all, He is the Author, and He answers prayer!

Answer 9

Hi,
I have been taking bible study classes from Precept Ministries for many years. They offer indepth, inductive study materials. The web site will show you their materials and you can check to see if there are any classes offered in your area.

http://www.precept.org/

If you have other questions along these lines feel free to contact me.
-Redeemed