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Tools, Tips and Techniques for Studying the Bible

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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 spiritual development. Yet many new believers don't know where to start on this seemingly daunting task. These tools, tips and techniques are meant to simplify the process of Bible study and challenge Christians at any stage in their walk to make the most of their Bible study time.
  1. Selecting a Bible
  2. Bible Study Tools
  3. Bible Facts & Lists
  4. Bible Story Summaries
  1. What Does the Bible Say?
  2. Books of the Bible
  3. People of the Bible
  4. Bible Trivia Quizzes

Selecting a Bible

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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.

Bible Study Tools

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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.

Bible Facts & Lists

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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.

Bible Story Summaries

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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.

What Does the Bible Say?

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These topical Bible studies tackle tough issues and answer the question, "What Does the Bible Say?" about each.

Books of the Bible

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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

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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.

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