The Word of God is critical for our spiritual development. Most believers are aware of this fact and strive to grow in the Word, developing a discipline of reading the Bible. However, simply reading the Bible is not sufficient for deep spiritual growth. God's Word must be studied. Many know this, yet find themselves unequipped for how to study the Bible. Here we are loading up your tool belt with multiple different approaches to studying the Word of God. You may land on one method and run with it. In different seasons you may use many of them. The goal is that we grow in reading, studying, and understanding the Scriptures.
Inductive Bible Study
Inductive Bible Study is a contextually focused, expository form of study. It draws conclusions based upon a critical analysis of the text and observations made.
Character Study
The character study focuses on a particular character in Scripture and studies through their life.
S.O.A.P.
S.O.A.P. is a simple, easy to remember devotional study method that is sure to include all the important elements of Bible study: Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer.
Topical Bible Study
This form of study focuses on a certain topic found in Scripture as opposed to a particular book or passage.
Word Study Method
A word study approach to Scripture takes a deeper look at the specific words being used in a given text.
The Mile Method
The Mile Method emphasizes the importance of reading for length and studying for depth while getting into the Word throughout the day.