Bible Study
Explore Scripture with verse-by-verse insights, story-based reflections, and historical context to strengthen your faith
Getting Started with Bible Study
Bible study isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about learning to listen for God’s voice in Scripture. Whether you’re new to the Bible or looking to go deeper, these trusted resources will help you build confidence, discover new tools, and grow in your faith.
Explore These Introductory Resources:
Best Books to Start Studying in the Bible
A helpful guide to the most approachable and formative books of the Bible.
Using the SOAP Study Method (Philippians 4:6–7)
Learn a simple, four-step method for personal reflection and spiritual growth.
The Parable of the Sower: An Inductive Study
Discover how to ask good questions of a text and follow where it leads.
Methods for Effective Bible Study
A practical overview of different study approaches—from devotional to analytical.
Which Bible Translation Is Best for You?
Understand the strengths of various translations and find one that fits your needs.
Answers to common questions about the Bible’s origins, reliability, and relevance
A tool I developed to convert Bible measurements like shekels, denarius, talents, cubits, etc.
Old Testament Stories and Themes
Understanding the Beginning of God’s Story
Explore the foundational stories that shaped the faith of Israel—and still speak powerfully today. From the creation of the world to the call of Abraham, these narratives reveal God’s heart through judgment, mercy, covenant, and promise.
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What You’ll Find:
Creation and the Beginning: Why Genesis 1 and 2 matter—and what their differences tell us.
Cain and Abel: Humanity’s earliest encounter with sin, sacrifice, jealousy, and grace.
The Flood and Noah’s Ark: A sweeping story of judgment and salvation.
The Tower of Babel: What went wrong—and what it reveals about pride and unity.
The Call of Abraham: The birth of covenant and promise.
Bonus Backgrounds: Hebrew names, family trees, and more theological insights.
New Testament Theology and Themes
The New Testament reveals the person of Jesus, the mission of the Church, and the unfolding of God’s redemptive plan. This section offers deeper insight into key theological themes, biblical locations, cultural background, and the people who shaped the early Christian story.
Core Teachings and Themes
The Genuine and True Hope of Our Prayer
A reflection on what makes Christian prayer distinct—hopeful, grounded, and shaped by God’s promises.
The Sermon on the Mount vs. The Sermon on the Plain – A Comparison
Explore how Luke and Matthew present Jesus’ teaching with different emphases and what each setting reveals.
Understanding Leprosy in the Bible
A closer look at the medical, social, and spiritual context of leprosy in the biblical world—and its deeper meaning in Jesus’ ministry.
People and Places of the Gospels
Who Were the Twelve Disciples of Jesus
A guide to the original twelve followers of Jesus, their roles, and what we can learn from them today.
The Herods of the New Testament: A Comprehensive Guide to Their Lives, Legacies, and Importance
Learn how the Herodian dynasty shaped the political and religious climate of Jesus’ time.
Discover the significance of this small fishing village that became the hub of Jesus’ Galilean ministry.
Key Events and Theological Insights
The Baptism of Jesus: A Comparative Study
A side-by-side look at how the Gospels recount Jesus’ baptism—and what this moment reveals about identity, calling, and the Trinity.
All Bible Study Articles
Explore Jeremiah 1:4–10—God calls Jeremiah before birth, equips him with His words, and promises His presence. Learn what this passage means for us today in a world that shakes but God’s kingdom endures.