John????????
2007-04-02 19:49:06 · 49 answers · asked by justin 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Hey "Maya" just so you know i am in 5th grade and i just got back from a christian camp with a friend and really liked it so i just bought a bible.
2007-04-02 19:55:25 · update #1
thank you
2007-04-02 20:01:29 · update #2
^ book of John Bro ^
2007-04-02 19:53:11 · answer #1 · answered by The GOD Vision 4 · 5⤊ 1⤋
Personally I believe that you should start in the new testament. Read it open mindedly, and with an open heart. Every time you come across something that references back to other passages, look them up. It is not that the Old Testament is boring; it just can get a little overwhelming with the who begot who's. And it runs some pretty deep passages that maybe as a 5th grader you might understand better than me who at the age of 41 now understand a little better what I've read all these years. But as you read through your bible which I encourage you to devote daily time to, you'll discover how God knew beforehand, that sin was to enter the world through the disobidience of one man so he went forward in his time (in a sense) to create a man also true god to take that sin away, pay the price in full. In a way you will find that you will at some point sart at the end to go to the beginning and then back to the end while reading scripture. Sounds dtrange I know but if at some point you fidnthis to be true drop me an email and share that experience if you would like. May the Holy spirit fill you with the strength to endure all things as you come to faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
2007-04-02 20:30:14 · answer #2 · answered by dad_raisn_5_onmyown 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you read any part of the bible, it might be a good idea to get a perspective of how and when the bible was written.
The best book I have found thus far that explains things from a thoroughly researched stance, by someone who has had extensive exposure to bible study, is this:
"The Sins of Scripture" by J. Shelby Spong.
In order to understand the content of the bible, it is best to gather as much informtion as is available, and sadly, this information is NOT available to those who do not purposely seek it.
God spoke to your heart when you accepted the love freely offered by the Creator. God will continue to speak in and through your heart, actually no matter what you read.
However, to receive guidance for living, the texts in the Bible should be understood in their context, not simply parroted verbatim.
If the bible is read without understanding of the circumstances under which the individual passages were written, it can be quite contradictory and confusing. Sadly, most churches/pastors either have not been exposed to the historical clarifications of the text or simply do not care to pursue this.
As a result, christians are often encouraged to 'just accept in faith' things that are logically contradictory, misguiding, and confusing. The result is a lot of personal agony in wondering what to believe.
Keep trusting in the unconditional, eternal love of the Creator, and inform yourself in order to be able to interpret the texts in the bible for yourself.
Nobody BUT you has responsibility to use this wonderful life in the best way possible for you.
2007-04-02 20:06:53 · answer #3 · answered by flywho 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, John is an excellent start. I would especially pay close attention to the very beginning of John where it talks about the word becoming flesh, and John Chapter 6, and the last Chapter of John with what Jesus said to Peter.
Some say to start on page 1, but I don't think that's the best idea because a lot of the Old Testament is hard to understand if one does not already have a good understanding of the New Testament.
So, I think that it's better to first read prayerfully through the New Testament a lot of times and, after that, when you read the Old Testament it will add more understanding to what you had read about in the New Testament.
May God bless you.
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2007-04-02 19:52:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 1⤋
Just pray about it and open your bible to whatever page it falls on. There is always a message. This is what I do. Or you can read about a certain subject you are wanting to study about. Never just open and start reading from beginning to end, because the Bible is written in the form of many books and alot of scripture is the same from different apostles, and also it can cause a person to become bored and not understand after awhile doing it that way. Here is a wonderful website for the newly saved. God Bless!
EDIT:
Read only a Holy Bible (KJV) 1611
The NIV, NKJV, NLT and others like that are corrupt with missing and twisted scripture.
http://www.jesus-is-savior.com
2007-04-02 19:58:47 · answer #5 · answered by Dakota Lynn Takes Gun 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Finish John and start Mark.
Read a Psalm or two every day.
Memorize Psalms 1 and 23.
Stick with the King James Version. It is the best translation; will bring you to a better spiritual understanding; and soon make you a much better student of English than many others.
The Lord Jesus Christ open the eyes and ears of your heart to understand His word.
2007-04-02 20:40:56 · answer #6 · answered by Tommy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
congratulations! I will be seeing you for sure. yes John is a great start once you develope in your Christian walk you will feel a need to go beyond John and learn more. one answer above stated something to the sorts of you not making a good judgement call by accepting Christ without reading the bible. hog wash. it was the Holy Spirit who brought you to Christ. the bible is to learn and grow from. now it means something not just a bunch of neat stories. do not slow down use your new found strenght to gain insite into what Christ wants to do with you. You will be full of energy and enthusiasm. make it your goal to never loose this. see you soon.
2007-04-02 19:58:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Welcome to God's family!! Many good suggestions here on where to start, but just remember to continue reading the Word of God. Your Spirit needs Spiritual food just as your body needs physical food to stay alive. Also, get a student study bible where there's some explanations at the bottom of the page to help with some passages you may not understand. I recommend the "Life Application Study Bible". And if you continue to ask questions on this forum, and I hope you do, please do not listen to anyone who tries to talk against Jesus and your christian faith. Make sure answers are based on the Bible. The Holy Spirit brought you to Jesus, so ignore the answer where doubt was planted since you haven't read the Bible. Start reading and praying! God bless you, my brother in Christ.
2007-04-02 20:08:36 · answer #8 · answered by connie 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hi Justin!
Congratulations! Welcome to the family! Start with the New Testament.
That's the section that has the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
Most people say to start out reading the book of John because he writes where even a 5th grader could understand what he is saying. His book is a good place to start.
Again God Bless you, Were proud of you!!!1
2007-04-02 20:01:29 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what you want to know, how much time you have, etc. Traditionally, new Christians were encouraged to read Isaiah first, followed by the New Testament in order (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, etc.). You may opt to omit Isaiah, but I would start with Matthew if have not already covered that.
In the ancient Church, those who sought conversion spent nine months reading Matthew, Mark and Luke, and then (after baptism), another three months in John. Of course, back then they had to wait for Sunday mornings to hear the daily reading.
2007-04-02 19:59:12 · answer #10 · answered by NONAME 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I recommend to you the Book of "James" it is short and hits you where a Christian should be living.
Then Read the other short Books (if you have chosen to be a Christian then someone must have all ready told you who Jesus was and you believed them)
What you need to know now is "HOW" a Christian should live.
I have found that most new Christians benefit most by topical study to begin with.
Then what is being taught by your Sunday or Sabbath Teacher and Pastor makes more since.
If I can help with anything email me.
2007-04-02 20:01:14 · answer #11 · answered by Rev R 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋