Start with the proper approach—that of prayer and reverence.
“Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law” (Psalm 119:18).
This is the essential, first step to always, always starting anything
—especially the studying of the Bible and communication with God!
Attitude! Have a good attitude based on seeking Christ rather than seeking self.
When you read His Word, you are standing before the face of God—the Holy God!
So, be humble to receive God's word, and as it applies to you, apply what it says to your life!
Brains! You will want to use these. We are commanded to love the Lord with all of our mind.
Look up words instead of skipping them, find accurate sources to learn more about the land,
culture, and people in Bible times to help understand the context of the men and women of the Bible.
Also, keep in mind, the Bible is primarily given as a way to know who is God so that He may be glorified.
“Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law” (Psalm 119:18).
This is the essential, first step to always, always starting anything
—especially the studying of the Bible and communication with God!
Attitude! Have a good attitude based on seeking Christ rather than seeking self.
When you read His Word, you are standing before the face of God—the Holy God!
So, be humble to receive God's word, and as it applies to you, apply what it says to your life!
Brains! You will want to use these. We are commanded to love the Lord with all of our mind.
Look up words instead of skipping them, find accurate sources to learn more about the land,
culture, and people in Bible times to help understand the context of the men and women of the Bible.
Also, keep in mind, the Bible is primarily given as a way to know who is God so that He may be glorified.