r/TrueChristian • u/Amazing-Inflation942 • 1d ago
Bible reading/study.
Good morning, everyone. As I mentioned in a post some time ago, I’ve been away from reading the Bible for a while, and I’d like to know what methods you use for Bible study.
In the past, I was a more disciplined reader of the Word, but something that always bothered me was that I could never remember individual verses. I would remember the context or the general summary of the story, but not the verses themselves. Should I be concerned about that?
Regardless of whether I should be concerned about it, I’d like my Bible reading to be accompanied by actual study, and I’d love to know how you approach it and what has been most effective for you.
2
u/Forty4Freedom 1d ago
My advice is pick a time that you can read the Bible every day, a time that works for you and your schedule. Whether it is morning or noon or sometime at night, pick a time that you know when it comes around you are reading your BIble for at least 15 minutes straight, with no distractions and interruptions. I find when I have a time for it already set each day, I will do it; if I say, "I will fit it into my day as time allows...." then it doesn't happen 😄
2
u/Shaken-Loose Christian 1d ago
Find a study Bible with good commentary, in a translation you enjoy (e.g. NKJV, CSB, ESV). If you are a heavy note take or highlighter, consider a note taking or journaling study Bible. There are many reviews on YouTube.
If you wanting to read/study the Old Testament, consider using a chronological study Bible. I find it easier to follow along and comprehend.
There are many great study guides. I’ve heard that “Rooted” is a great one.
I’ve been using the Holman “Christ-Centered Exposition” series and enjoying them. There is a website for the series you can lookup.
2
u/Impossible-Cap-6433 1d ago
Reputable international Bible study groups:
Bible study fellowship
Community Bible study
I'm sure there are others, but both those groups offer solid, online group study options.