Knowing God Study God’s Word - The Holy Bible 2 timothy 2:15; Psalm 119:9-16; John 8:32; Acts 17:10-11
Proper Attitudes: Why we study the word of God To know God To express our love for God (obedience) To avoid error and false teaching To teach others God’s way
Basic Bible Study Methods Topical Study: Specific topic or issue Character Study: A specific Person Word Study: Specific words Inductive Study: By Verse or section
Three Basic Questions Observation: What does it say? Interpretation: What does it mean? Application: How do I respond?
Practical Tips Start with prayer Read the entire section/passage Look for themes
More Tips Watch for key words Note your observations Zoom in Memorize the word
More Tips 2 Meditate Look for “life application” principles Re-write Bible Helps Be a “doer” of the word