Tools, Tips and Techniques for Studying the Bible
By Mary Fairchild, About.com Guide to Christianity
The Bible is, in essence, the Christian handbook for life. It contains God's Word to man, his instructions for living. Therefore, reading and studying the Bible is one of the most important essentials in the daily life and spiritual development of a Christian. Yet many new believers don't know where to get started or how to go about this seemingly daunting task of studying the Bible. These tools, tips and techniques are meant to encourage new believers to study the Bible by simplifying the process, and challenge Christians at any stage in their walk to make the most of their Bible study time.
Selecting a Bible
If you're having trouble selecting a Bible, you are not alone. With so many versions, translations and hundreds of different study Bibles to choose from, it's hard to know which one to buy. Here are a few tips and resources to help you decide on the best Bible.
- Tips for Choosing the Best Bible
- Top 10 Bibles
- Popular Bible Translations
- Top Children's Bibles
- Logos Bible Software 3 - Review
- Top Bible Software Programs
- Best Mobile Bible Software
- Top Online Bible Search Tools
- How to Obtain a Free Bible
Bible Study Tools
Do you find it difficult to study the Bible? Do you read, but the words just seem to sit on the page? If you study but can't seem to apply God's Word to your every day life in today's world—then perhaps one of these Bible study tools is just what you need.
- Top Bible Commentaries
- Top Bible Reading Plans
- Victory Bible Reading Plan
- More Bible Reading Plans
- Before you Study the Bible
- How to Study the Bible
- A Guide to Family Bible Study for Christian Parents
- Top Online Bible Search Tools
- Bible Study Guides
- Topical Bible Studies
- What Do I Do When the Bible is Not Clear?
Bible Facts & Lists
Learn more about the Bible and Bible topics through these Bible facts and lists. Each Bible list includes Scripture references to back up the facts.
- 20 Bible Facts About God
- Biblical Names of God
- Genealogy of Jesus
- Bible Facts About Angels
- Bible Facts About Death & Heaven
- Different Forms of Crucifixions
Bible Story Summaries
This collection of Bible story summaries provides a brief synopsis of both Old and New Testament Bible stories with Scripture reference, interesting points or lessons to be learned from the story, and a question for reflection.
- The Resurrection of Jesus Christ
- The Crucifixion of Jesus Christ
- The Last Supper
- Jesus Raises Lazarus from the Dead
- The Prodigal Son
- Jesus Walks on Water
- The Baptism of Jesus by John
- The Christmas Story - The Birth of Jesus
- David and Goliath
- Samson and Delilah
- The Ten Commandments
- The Tower of Babel
- Noah's Ark and the Flood
- The Creation Story
What Does the Bible Say?
These topical Bible studies tackle tough issues and answer the question, "What Does the Bible Say?" about each.
- About Angels?
- About Anger?
- About Animals in Heaven?
- About the Antichrist?
- About Church Attendance?
- About Church Giving?
- About Cremation?
- About Cruelty?
- About Death, Eternal Life and Heaven?
- About Defining Marriage?
- About Divorce and Remarriage?
- About Forgiveness?
- About Gambling?
- About Halloween?
- About Marriage?
- About Money and Wealth?
- About Paying Taxes?
- About Prayer?
- About Sex Outside of Marriage?
- About Sin?
Books of the Bible
This Bible study resource provides an introduction to the books of the Bible, including vital statistics to help you better understanding God's purpose in each book of the Bible and also gain a more complete and unified perspective on the entire Bible.
People of the Bible
This Bible study resource is designed to introduce you to the people of the Bible. You will learn about each person, what they have accomplished, their character strengths and weaknesses, and any lessons we can learn from their lives. These people of the Bible profiles will help you better understanding how God interacts with his people and also assist you in applying God's truth to your life as you study the Bible.
Bible Trivia Quizzes
Test your Bible knowledge with these "Not So Trivial" Bible quizzes.
