For the scripturally minded

[Doug Patteson]

Recently visited my daughter and in her car I found this remembrance card from my father-in-law’s funeral.

Now, he was one of the best men I’ve ever had the privilege to know in my life, and I’ve known some great men.

He taught me a lot, and expected a lot as well. He did not take likely the handing of his daughter’s well being to another.

He came to Jesus as an adult and was passionate about it. He taught me a rubric for decision making inside of God’s will (I’ll cover this separately) and I have used that my entire adult life.

Back to the card. On the reverse, in his handwriting, is a simple guide to studying the scriptures. He didn’t think you always need a complicated study someone else had built. But he did think it was important to have some organization to it other than just reading the scriptures.

Here is his model, for whatever scripture you are reading:

1) pray before starting
2) ask What do you think this scripture says about man?
3) What do you think it says about God?
4) What is the main point?
5) How do you think the scripture applies to yourself/us specifically?
6) end in prayer.

Hope it’s as helpful to you as it has been to our family.

 

[Charlie Benton]

Recently visited my daughter and in her car I found this remembrance card from my father-in-law’s funeral.

Now, he was one of the best men I’ve ever had the privilege to know in my life, and I’ve known some great men.

He taught me a lot, and expected a lot as well. He did not take likely the handing of his daughter’s well being to another.

He came to Jesus as an adult and was passionate about it. He taught me a rubric for decision making inside of God’s will (I’ll cover this separately) and I have used that my entire adult life.

Back to the card. On the reverse, in his handwriting, is a simple guide to studying the scriptures. He didn’t think you always need a complicated study someone else had built. But he did think it was important to have some organization to it other than just reading the scriptures.

Here is his model, for whatever scripture you are reading:

1) pray before starting
2) ask What do you think this scripture says about man?
3) What do you think it says about God?
4) What is the main point?
5) How do you think the scripture applies to yourself/us specifically?
6) end in prayer.

Hope it’s as helpful to you as it has been to our family.

This is a perfect guide. Adds structure and purpose without being stuffy or overcomplicating things. Thanks for sharing it.

 

[Ron Dan]

Recently visited my daughter and in her car I found this remembrance card from my father-in-law’s funeral.

Now, he was one of the best men I’ve ever had the privilege to know in my life, and I’ve known some great men.

He taught me a lot, and expected a lot as well. He did not take likely the handing of his daughter’s well being to another.

He came to Jesus as an adult and was passionate about it. He taught me a rubric for decision making inside of God’s will (I’ll cover this separately) and I have used that my entire adult life.

Back to the card. On the reverse, in his handwriting, is a simple guide to studying the scriptures. He didn’t think you always need a complicated study someone else had built. But he did think it was important to have some organization to it other than just reading the scriptures.

Here is his model, for whatever scripture you are reading:

1) pray before starting
2) ask What do you think this scripture says about man?
3) What do you think it says about God?
4) What is the main point?
5) How do you think the scripture applies to yourself/us specifically?
6) end in prayer.

Hope it’s as helpful to you as it has been to our family.

I appreciate your posts in this department!

 

[Jeff Forrester]

Recently visited my daughter and in her car I found this remembrance card from my father-in-law’s funeral.

Now, he was one of the best men I’ve ever had the privilege to know in my life, and I’ve known some great men.

He taught me a lot, and expected a lot as well. He did not take likely the handing of his daughter’s well being to another.

He came to Jesus as an adult and was passionate about it. He taught me a rubric for decision making inside of God’s will (I’ll cover this separately) and I have used that my entire adult life.

Back to the card. On the reverse, in his handwriting, is a simple guide to studying the scriptures. He didn’t think you always need a complicated study someone else had built. But he did think it was important to have some organization to it other than just reading the scriptures.

Here is his model, for whatever scripture you are reading:

1) pray before starting
2) ask What do you think this scripture says about man?
3) What do you think it says about God?
4) What is the main point?
5) How do you think the scripture applies to yourself/us specifically?
6) end in prayer.

Hope it’s as helpful to you as it has been to our family.

@Doug Patteson I first learned about studying this way several years ago when I was working with a church planting ministry in the middle east. It is so important to not over complicate the study of scripture. I always fell victim thinking I needed to be a theologian to really study the Bible but Jesus wants our heart to stay in the Word and really think and listen for guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Thank you for sharing and starting this thread.

 

[Grant Simpson]

I've been wanting to read The Bible again as an adult, but have had reservations with using the popular apps for guidance, as I don't really know where the analysis is coming from. I wanted to DIY it, but it's easy to get lost in the weeds with some (or a lot) of the passages. I'm looking forward to applying this framework and trying again. Thank you for sharing!

 

[Rob Thompson]

This has been the best Bible in one year plan I have found. Simple to read. It takes 20-30 minutes of time each day. I like to start a full year Bible plan on January 1. It just helps me stay committed to finishing in a year. I try to read the entire Bible every other year and mix in different plans and lessons throughout the off year. Hope it helps

I'm reading the @YouVersion plan 'One Year Through the Word'. Check it out here:
https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/64590

 

[Jeff Forrester]

This has been the best Bible in one year plan I have found. Simple to read. It takes 20-30 minutes of time each day. I like to start a full year Bible plan on January 1. It just helps me stay committed to finishing in a year. I try to read the entire Bible every other year and mix in different plans and lessons throughout the off year. Hope it helps

I'm reading the @YouVersion plan 'One Year Through the Word'. Check it out here:View attachment 4802
https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/64590

I have completed a Bible in a year plan with buddies the last 4 years. It is awesome!

 

[Grant Simpson]

This has been the best Bible in one year plan I have found. Simple to read. It takes 20-30 minutes of time each day. I like to start a full year Bible plan on January 1. It just helps me stay committed to finishing in a year. I try to read the entire Bible every other year and mix in different plans and lessons throughout the off year. Hope it helps

I'm reading the @YouVersion plan 'One Year Through the Word'. Check it out here:View attachment 4802
https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/64590

Thank you, I will look into this as well.

 

[Milo'sSyndicate]

I've been wanting to read The Bible again as an adult, but have had reservations with using the popular apps for guidance, as I don't really know where the analysis is coming from.

Isn't this the Truth!?

I usually just open the Book, read a full page at least, and it 100% applies to my day somehow.

Amen!