Why Know the Bible?
2 Timothy 2:15
To show thyself approved
Romans 10:17
Hear It
Luke 11:28 (Who did Jesus say would be blessed?)
those who hear and keep the word of God
What should we do before we approach the scriptures?
Preparation
What are some observation you should look for in a passage?
Key Words, Key Subjects, Commands , Warnings, Repeated Words or Phrases, Comparisons, Questions and the Answers Given,
1 Peter 2:2
To grow in salvation
Revelation 1:3
Read it
1 Timothy 4:13 (What should we be giving out attention to?)
reading, exhorting, and doctrine
What is taking place in the passage? What do I see?
Observation
Bible Study Tools
Bible Dictionaries, Concordances, Bible handbooks, Bible Encyclopedias, Bible Commentaries
Psalm 119: 11
That we may not sin against God
Acts 17:11
Study It
Acts 17:11 (In what ways should we be like the Bereans)
receive word with eagerness and examine scriptures daily for ourselves.
What does it mean?
Interpretation
What is something that scripture will not do?
Contradict Itself
Psalm 119: 38
To have a fear of God
Psalm 119: 9,11
Memorize It
Matthew 4: 4,7,10 (How did Jesus overcome temptations?)
He quoted scriptures
What effect will this have on my life?
Application
SPECS
Psalm 119: 105
have a path laid before you
Psalm 1:1-3
Meditate on It
Joshua 1:8 (How can meditation assist you personally?)
Helps Christians to do what is written carefully
The more passes you make through the verse, the deeper its meaning is opened to you.
Repetition
Breakdown of SPECS
Sin to forsake
Promise to claim
Example to follow
Command to obey
Stumbling block to avoid