Getting The Most Out of Your Bible Reading

Studying the bible may seem like a daunting task and many people are intimidated by the bible and its many books. When you read the bible take your time, there is no rush and it is always better to do an endepth study versus just reading multiple chapters of the bible at a time.

When you read the bible take one chapter at a time and/or maybe just a few bible versus at a time and ask your self the following questions:

1. Why did God have this particular chapter or passage written?
2. What is God's heart on this issue?
3. Does this apply to my heart and life today?
4. What decisions or changes do I need to make in my life as a result of what I am reading?

The Bible is no ordinary book. It is the inspired word of God and as 2 Timothy 3:16-17 states, it is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness. If you allow God's word to penetrate your heart it can be useful in giving you all of the following:

1. Direction in your life
2. Correction
3. A Godly perspective
4. Inspiration
   
5. Encouragement
6. Warnings to help you avoid trouble in your life
   
7. Historical facts and information

Above all when you study the bible remember that God is speaking to you and wants you to have a relationship with him. Just like with any human relationship there has to be communication in order for the relationship to thrive. Likewise, when we pray we are speaking to God and when we read the bible God is speaking to us! Fall in love with God and read your bible to see what he has to say to you!