#1: When you’re reading, ask yourself, “Why did the author choose to include this particular story?” We know that the...

#2: Devotionals are not Bible study. They can be helpful and inspirational, but they are generally limited to a single verse or thought...

#3: Read the entire book or letter of the Bible in one sitting. The authors wrote expecting that people would read the entire document....

#4: Use more translations. The Bible was originally written in Hebrew, Aramaic and Greek, not English. Sometimes translations are...

#5: Mark up your Bible! Don’t be afraid to use a highlighter or pen. I have found that this is especially helpful for visual learners...

#6: Verse by verse bible study is DANGEROUS! Instead, pay attention to paragraphs. The scriptures originally did not have punctuation,...

#7: Meaning is found through context! For example: 1 Timothy 2:12 says, “I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority...

Imagine talking with your friend about your faith and one of the things they bring up is the issue of slavery in the Bible.  They...