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Little_1 -> Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (4/26/2008 8:40:35 AM)

Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? e.g.

LINK to different methods of how to study the Bible



benelchi -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (4/26/2008 11:37:44 AM)

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ORIGINAL: Little_1

Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? e.g.

LINK to different methods of how to study the Bible



The "methods" described in this article are really tools that can be used for bible study, but none of them works well in isolation. It is kind of like going to build a house and asking which one tool will you use? If you choose to bring only one, instead of the whole toolbox, the results will like not be very good. Even in this article, there is some overlap reflected in the steps for each method (which is good); however, I would recommend strongly at bring the whole "toolbox" with you. You might not use every tool every day, but you should be using every tool at least some of the time. If I were to put together my own list of "tools", it would probably look a little different than this list; however, it would incorporate many of the same items.



FurGodWurLivin -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (4/27/2008 8:35:56 PM)

I'm mostly the meditative-contemplative type...

Adam



Little_1 -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (4/28/2008 2:10:19 PM)

I'm going to do a topical study re: faith. It's going to be a long study but it will be an intersting one too I believe.



drussell52 -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (4/28/2008 4:28:58 PM)

form of Bibloe Study. Meditative/reflective if using for personal devotions. If serious - studying a topic, I look at the lexicon provided at crosswalk, and verses to go with that. A couple years ago a friend challenged me to define the gospel, so spent a whole Saturday looking up verses relative to components making up the gospel. I think Isaiah 61 stood out where it's written, he has sent me to proclaim release to the captive, restoring of sight to those who are blind, setting free them that are bruised, etc. I listen to the "trusted teachers less" as a result. David in Michigan



Bluethread -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (4/29/2008 6:03:54 PM)

I read the Torah(First five books) according to the rabbinic latergical calander every Shabbat(Sabbath). This way wherever I am I can discuss it with most people who respect Ha Torah. This is also a systematic method that covers the Torah in order, thus providing context. On the first day of the week, I read five chapters of the Apistolic Writings(new testiment) consecutively. This gives me Scripture to discuss with those who place that protion above the Tanach(old testiment). Every business day I read three consecutive chapters of the Haftorah(the rest of the old testiment). This way, every year I have consulted the whole written council of Adonai. Combined with continual discussion as prescribed by Deut. 6, convocations at the biblically appointed times and prayer, I believe have done all I can to show myself approved of Adonai, a workman that needs not be ashamed, able to rightly divid truth from falsehood.



CropDuster -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (4/29/2008 8:41:45 PM)

I interpret the Bible in accordance with the teachings of Liberation Theology. As I read it, I compare its lessons and stories directly to my own life. I superimpose its template onto my own experiences. I also focus on the gospels. My primary concerns are Jesus' biography, and the way He lived His life. I actually try very hard to imitate Christ, always. Last, I'm hesitant to fall 'hook, line and sinker' for anyone else's interpretation of Christ and/or the Bible. Jesus was a mystery from the beginning, and remains so today, even after two millennia of manifold and variegated interpretations by thousands, if not millions, of partially convincing people. At this point, I consider my own interpretations equally valid for my personal use.



BibleL7 -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (5/5/2008 6:47:13 AM)

All depends on the purpose for me. Regularly meditation on passages and in much prayer. For chapter by chapter sermons I go to as many versions and commentaries as I have and Strong's and go thru it all and see what the Lord will teach me through them. For Topical sermons I usually pray long and hard for the topic search for verses pertaining to the subject and of course read the entire paragraph or sometimes chapter or book to be sure of context then pray and meditate on what the Lord would have me to present to the congregation. Other bible studies for the church I am confined to using the book or study I am given for the class and I always read the passages that apply and do regular research. Sorry didnt look at article. I know how the Lord has set in me the way of learning and teaching and stick to it. Has worked most of my life in teaching and learning other things and works with Bible also.



pmilst -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (5/7/2008 5:18:52 AM)

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ORIGINAL: Little_1

Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? e.g.

LINK to different methods of how to study the Bible


For personal Bible study my methods vary, but I always start with a verse by verse study so as to understand the context of the passage. You can easily pull an erronious truth out of the middle of a passage when the verses around it do not endorse such an interpretation. In doing so, one can become like Job's three friends who gave bad advice with the best of intentions. We must be cautious when we are speaking,
preaching, or teaching in the name of Jehovah. Error can bring Godly judgement. So know the context of the passage.

There are times that I study by subject matter; as an example, running every scripture in the Bible that deals with the human heart. Even in such an indepth study, you draw conclusions based on the "heart verse" when compared to the verses around it. Make the scripture say no more or no less than it is intended to say.

There are times that I read the Word of God in large sections waiting for
God to speak through a small phrase or an extended passage. The still small voice of God continues to teach, woo, convict as we study under the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Remember that the author of the Bible (the Holy Spirit) is its greatest commentator.

I study the Word devotionally. I study the Word of God doctrinally, but I NEVER study the Word of God denominationally, because every denomination can not be right. There is a central body of truth that transends denominational belief. It is that body of truth that I seek to understand, expound, and obey.

May God bless you as you seek to understand the riches of His revelation.



scottmcc1 -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (5/10/2008 2:18:48 PM)

I agree with Bluethread in that I work at reading the whole Bible (66 books). From this reading my spirit is prompted to search the Scriptures for answers and direction.

Bible memory is very important for me. I memorize Scripture mainly on an as needed basis. To deal with problems in my life to pray over for myself or others. I also memorize verses for worship. There were day in my life where I would quote 1 Scripture over and over again throughout the day. This quoting was in Spiritual war, which is explained in (2 Cor 10:3-5) where my soul was in anguish over some problem. Other times I will sing Scripture in my spirit in ministry to God.

When I was younger I memorized Scripture according to different plans. Topical Memory System of the Navigators is good.

My initial way of studying I learned as a youth to run cross references on a subject I am interested in. That is still my main way of studying the Bible. Which falls under the topical study.

For devotions in the morning or at a quiet time during the day I meditate and journal verse by verse.

I use word studies very little. Vines for the Greek and Wilson's for the Hebrew.

I am being led to study the life of Elisha. I am looking forward to it.

I rely on the Holy Spirit to bring to my remembrance what He has shown me in the past. This guidance directs my study.



BerianAardvark -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (5/12/2008 2:01:57 PM)

I read the word daily, both the Old and New Testaments, and spend time thinking about what I am reading.

Sometimes while reading I will get the urge to study a particular passage more deeply, so I start with a parallel Bible with four translations (my software allows me to pick which of the 30+ I have will be in that 4) and reread the passage.

Then (if I am still pondering about a meaning or nuance) I call up a comparison between all of the translations I have (in my study software) including interlinears, and start through my commentaries.

Granted there are certain translations and commentaries I prefer, but I find that reading even those whose theology I don't completely agree with (I have a Roman Catholic commentary for example) allows me to get a broad over view which helps me see how others (more scholarly that I) saw it so that my conclusions will be based more upon informed consideration, sound hermeneutics and analysis rather than "Well I think" based upon what I want to believe, or what fits in nicely with my chosen dogma.

I always try to follow the precept that where scripture and dogma clash it is dogma that must bend to scripture, not scripture to dogma.

Tim



Lurker -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (5/14/2008 10:05:50 AM)

I tend to read the scriptures along with the daily readings of the Church. I also couple those readings with writings from early Christians, and stories of the saints. And of course, this is all including regular prayer. :)



CatholicCritter -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (5/14/2008 12:09:51 PM)

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ORIGINAL: Lurker

I tend to read the scriptures along with the daily readings of the Church. I also couple those readings with writings from early Christians, and stories of the saints. And of course, this is all including regular prayer. :)


All are good suggestions. I stick close to those as well, for they were written and compiled for the express purpose of being read in the Liturgy. I would link 2 things:

http://www.catholicculture.org/library/view.cfm?recnum=8185

http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/p1s1c2a3.htm#102

(specifically 102-119)



rcjones -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (5/21/2008 12:45:17 AM)

I have done some of each over the years. I am currently being extremely blessed by studying it Christologically, finding shadows of him in all the scriptures.

M.R. DeHaan in "Portraits of Christ in Genesis." relates counsel he received from an old pastor:
"Son, you have never found the true interpretation of any passage of the Scriptures until you have found in it somewhere a reference to the Lord Jesus Christ."

These are what I seek.



Godhead -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (5/24/2008 1:24:35 AM)

Good quote. I just read the Bible and ask God to show me what it means.



Godhead -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (6/17/2008 11:11:00 PM)

Pastor Warren Wiesbe said, “For every New Testament Teaching, there is an Old Testament example.

Rcjones, You said that you have never herd a sermon on this verse.

Ask ye now, and see whether a man doth travail with child? wherefore do I see every man with his hands on his loins, as a woman in travail, and all faces are turned into paleness?
(Jer 30:6)

Read John 16:21-22

Verily, verily, I say unto you, That ye shall weep and lament, but the world shall rejoice: and ye shall be sorrowful, but your sorrow shall be turned into joy. A woman when she is in travail hath sorrow, because her hour is come: but as soon as she is delivered of the child, she remembereth no more the anguish, for joy that a man is born into the world. And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.
(Joh 16:20-22)

Our suffering and sorrow is like a woman in labor. The world now rejoices that Christ has left the earth but will mourn when He returns. On the other hand our suffering and sorrow shall turn into joy on that great day. All the sufferings of this life will be forgotten, and are now only labor pains. A woman has to go through labor before giving birth and only through many trials can a man enter into the Kingdome of God. Oh that we should suffer for Him now that we may reign with Him then. Every Christian has to suffer labor pains, “Wherefore do I see every man with his hands on his loins, as a woman in travail.”

For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God. For the creature was made subject to vanity, not willingly, but by reason of him who hath subjected the same in hope, Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now. And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.
(Rom 8:18-23)


Now you have herd a brief sermon on Jer 30:6 [8D]



endless_night -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (6/23/2008 10:51:25 PM)

I like:
Whole chapter
verse by verse
topical studies

They all help me understand scripture. As for topical studies, I have to actually read the entire chapter, just to make sure that they are not taking a verse out of context.

[:)]



rcjones -> RE: Which method of Bible study do you prefer and why? (6/29/2008 5:45:07 PM)

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ORIGINAL: Godhead

Now you have herd a brief sermon on Jer 30:6 [8D]


Not too bad. My take on it using the shadows is here: http://idontknownuthin.com/wiki/index.php/When_will_men_have_babies%3F_Jer_30.6


Added: I couldn't remember the context of my statement and finally realized you must have already visited the web site. Thanks for the look see.
I hope it blesses you.



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