How to read and study scripture

Ok. Here's a step-by-step process that works!

Step #1

Use a Bible. We recommend the King James Version (KJV). But, please use a Bible version that you are comfortable with reading and have an understanding of the text. Other popular Bible versions include the New King James Version (NKJV) and New International Version (NIV).

Step #2

Use a concordance. A concordance is designed to help a reader to a more correct understanding of the Bible. Every word of the Bible is arranged in alphabetical order in the specific scripture passages along with its Greek and Hebrew meanings.

Step #3

Use a dictionary. A dictionary allows you to look up the meanings of words - especially prepositions that may not be listed in a concordance.

Step #4

Use a thesaurus. A thesarus is a dictionary of words with the same or nearly the same meaning. It helps you find different shades of meaning for words in the scriptures.

Step #5

Find a quiet place, free of distractions, to study. A room where you can close the door and have plenty of space for your tools (listed above), and nooks to setup shop.

Step #6

Setup a study schedule. Try to set aside regular days and times to study scripture. Maybe you're a "morning person" so first thing in the day works best for you. Or you're a "night owl" so a later time is better. In any case, make your study times a routine that you'll stick to and follow.

Study time! Click on the Bible to learn more.

Step #7

Always be led by the Holy Spirit!

But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. (1 Corinthians 2:14)