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INTRODUCTION TO BIBLE KNOWLEDGE
THE FALL OF MAN AND ITS OUTCOME
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PERFORM BETTER IN BIBLE TUDY –
PART 1
1.
Begin your
study with prayer
No matter when or where you study, it is always a
good idea to begin your study with sincere prayer. Start by addressing God.
Then ask Him for wisdom and understanding as you read. Ask for specific
guidance to your life. When you’re done, end your prayer “in the name of Jesus
Christ, amen.” Praying before we study shows God that we are humble and
want His help and direction.
2. Set a regular time for bible study, and guard
that time.
The Bible promises: “Come near to God, and He will
come near to you” (James 4:8, NIV). But we all know how hard it can be to set
aside time in our daily lives. Even with the best of intentions, if there isn’t
a set-aside time committed to study, it’s a lot more difficult to keep up a
consistent program. Find a time that works for you, schedule it on your
calendar, and stick to it.
3. Take
note of any practical or theological problems in this chapter.
Then,
using your concordance, look up the key words in those verses and find out what
other portions of the Bible say about this question or problem. Compare
Scripture with Scripture to find its true meaning. Usually, to understand a
Bible chapter, you must study it together with the preceding or following
chapters.
4. See the structure
Start with looking for the structure of the
passage. The first key question is How did this author structure or
arrange this text?
Most texts have an organizational structure.
Different kinds of literature use different kinds of structural norms. For
example, stories often follow a narrative plotline with a setting, rising
tension, climax, resolution, and a new setting. Persuasive letters often
introduce a thesis, develop an argument with key points, and end with a
conclusion. As we pay attention to the structure of a text, we find the main
ideas the author is developing.