2. Understanding The Bible
God’s Word is His special
revelation to us.
God’s Word is our moral compass
to guide and protect us.
3. Why Study God’s Word?
It’s how we get to know God.
It’s essential for spiritual growth.
It equips us for life.
It prepares us for ministry.
4. Quick Facts About The Bible
Has 66 individual books, but
really one Book.
Written by more than 30 people
inspired by God.
5. Quick Facts About The Bible
Authors were...
- A tax collector - A preacher
- A herdsman - Prophets
- A doctor - A statesman
- Fishermen - A king
- A philosopher - A Rabbi
6. Quick Facts About The Bible
It was written over a period of
1,500 years.
It has a single subject: Jesus Christ
is the Answer to all human need.
7. Overview Of The Old Testament
Law History Poetry Prophecy
Historical Wisdom
Pentateuch Major/Minor Prophets
Books Literature
Genesis Joshua Job Major Minor
Exodus Judges Psalms Prophets Prophets
Leviticus Ruth Proverbs Isaiah Hosea
Numbers 1 Samuel Ecclesiastes Jeremiah Joel
Deuteronomy 2 Samuel Song of Songs Lamentations Amos
1 Kings Ezekiel Obadiah
2 Kings Daniel Jonah
1 Chronicles Micah
2 Chronicles Nahum
Ezra Habakkuk
Nehemiah Zephaniah
Esther Haggai
Zechariah
Malachi
8. Overview Of The New Testament
Other
Gospels History Letters Prophecy
Letters
Matthew Acts Romans Hebrews Revelation
Mark 1 Corinthians author uncertain
Luke 2 Corinthians James
John Galatians 1 Peter
Ephesians 2 Peter
Philippians 1 John
Colossians 2 John
1 Thessalonians 3 John
2 Thessalonians Jude
1 Timothy
2 Timothy
Titus
Philemon
9. Six Ways To Experience
God Through His Word
Plant God’s Word in your heart and
apply it. Hear (listen)
Examine (read)
Analyze (study)
Remember (memorize)
Think (meditate)
Apply (respond)
10. Experience God
Through His Word
How to hear God’s Word: Listen
How to examine God’s Word: Read
How often should we read? Daily
11. How To Get The Most Out
Of Reading God’s Word
Take the time.
Find a Bible you like.
Have a plan.
Have a notebook handy in which
you write down thoughts.
12. How To Have A Devotional
Time With God
1) Determine to grow in God.
2) Establish a definite time.
3) Choose a quiet place.
4) Maintain an unhurried pace.
13. How To Have A Devotional
Time With God
5) Establish a goal to seek.
6) Have a plan to follow.
7) Keep a journal to remember.
14. How To Have A Devotional
Time With God
Sample
Journal Entry