2007-07-26 14:07:25 · 12 answers · asked by tjanet23 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I recommend you start with the Gospels.
Much in the Gospels will link you to the Old Testament, as Jesus was continually referring back to His Jewish foundations.
Read through the New Testament first (the remainder being Acts through to Revelation)
Then work your way back to the Old Testament.
Start with Genesis.
Read the Psalms and Proverbs.
Then read the rest of the Pentateuch, or Torah, which is Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy.
Then read the historical books from Joshua through to Job (some of which are actually poetic)
Then read from Ecclesiastes through to Malachi, and you will have covered the whole Book.
2007-07-26 14:16:53 · answer #1 · answered by wefmeister 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Well, when I first got saved I read the New Testament because of the Gospels / The Good News of Salvation. However, I read both Old and New Testament because I get a better understanding of all God's word and the life long lessons that can be learned from them.
2007-07-26 14:10:36 · answer #2 · answered by drivn2excelchery 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If your starting to read the Bible for the first time start with the Gospel of John. After that read through the Old Testament. Refer back to the Gospel of John again and again for understanding.
"The New Testament is concealed in the Old Testament; The Old Testament is revealed in thew New." -St. Augustine
2007-07-26 14:10:45 · answer #3 · answered by stpolycarp77 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I believe it is better if you are new to reading the Word of God to start in the New Testament. The Old has a lot of laws and traditions that we do not follow anymore since Jesus came and became the final sacrifice. These can be confusing to a new convert who is not sure about the entire word of God.
To be safe I would recomend starting in the New Testament.
2007-07-26 14:24:58 · answer #4 · answered by Old Hickory 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It has been suggested to me to gain the best spiritual insite - to begin with the Gospels - specifically the book of John. It all depends upon your priorities or goals. Genesis to Revelation is fine....It doesn't seem to matter, for the Holy Spirit will speak to you and bring you closer to God. I find the Bible fascinating, no matter where I pick up to begin reading. It's a very hard book to set down.
And as a suggestion of an accompaniment - try to pick up a copy of John Fox's Book of Christian Martyrs - written around the mid 1550's that historically documents of Christians who have laid down their lives for their faith. If that book doesn't stir you, I don't know what 'modern' day book would!
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2007-07-26 14:14:52 · answer #5 · answered by YRofTexas 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I read the New Testament.
2007-07-26 14:10:48 · answer #6 · answered by Proud Mama 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
what is wrong with you all. who starts a book in the middle. why do all you Christians completely disregard the old testament. where do you think jesus got all his ideas.
2007-07-26 14:16:02 · answer #7 · answered by larry j 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I just go with the leading of the Holy Spirit when it come to His word.
I really dont think the order matters but the leading of the Holy Spirit to what is spirtually need at the time...
Let Him be your guide...
I hope this helps!!!
2007-07-26 14:12:21 · answer #8 · answered by Pamster 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I read both. I suggest if you are starting out to read the N.T. Start in Romans.
2007-07-26 14:10:08 · answer #9 · answered by Fish <>< 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
New for sure. That's the one that speaks to Christians.
2007-07-26 14:10:27 · answer #10 · answered by expertless 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋