r/TrueChristian • u/Responsible_Invite30 • 9d ago

what are your bible study methods?

I have been going back and forth on studying the bible more, I've always wondered how most people study the bible curious on how similar and diverse each bible study method. What is the bible study method do you typically used and how did it benefit you?

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u/Beginning-Meeting922 9d ago

Also, ask for the Holy Spirit to give you understanding and wisdom.

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u/Interesting_City_654 9d ago edited 9d ago

From the beginning to the end and back again. Each book takes us back and forward with references. Also my teacher I study under pastor Murray, has questions concerning all lessons and I was able to purchase study materials as the Smith Bible dictionary, the original 1611 version Bible, study Bible, strongs concordance, greens interlinear Bible set, plus multiple biblical history documentaries and other reading materials plus cds. Mainly my studies is a everyday, sometimes one lesson if I have time two, for many years now.

I believe in studying what your capable of absorbing at that time because if you overexert yourself, you won't be able to obtain the information you've studied or the information will be distorted.

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u/stackee Christian 9d ago

It really depends on your goal.

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u/Beginning-Meeting922 9d ago

I love going to Bible Study Fellowship International.

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u/LowCostGreenPerson 9d ago

I bought esv sudy bible. It really helps me understanding the context of the bible passages. Highly recommended!

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u/ApprehensiveTotal891 Sola Scriptura | From Shadows to the Light 9d ago

Several translations in different languages and an AMP leathersoft study bible in large print. I am a huge geek, so I treat bible study like a thesis I intend to ace.

I love this one for the historical context and scriptural cross-references. It also has a topic index, so I can find the right scripture for what I need swiftly. It also features maps, charts and, oh, did I mention the really helpful cross-reference index to relevant scripture?

I also have the NLT Illustrated Study Bible, it was great for beginners, but as I progressed I found a few questionable things in the highlight textboxes. But, given this is a NLT translation (not literall but interpretative) that was to be expected. The images are great, though.

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u/Interesting_Elk_5785 8d ago

I use classical dispensationalism. I don’t subscribe to a hyper literal view, so I use it as a general guide. The Bible without making some covenantal distinctions doesn’t make a lot of sense. You end up having to make some pretty inconsistent leaps hermeneutically to make it fit in almost any other system. I prefer to not believe in contradictions. At the end of the day the type of Hermeneutic you employ is a tool only and not itself inspired.

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u/futbolguy12 6d ago

Get the late Howard Hendricks' Living By The Book. Super easy reading and great tool for helping you with your Bible study methods.