THE BIBLE
Week: 2

“The Greatest Love Story”

John 1:1-14

Author: John, the Disciple

Word and truth were there from the beginning

What was John the Baptist’s role?

What is the role of Jesus?

What surprises you about Jesus coming to earth as a human being?

What is comforting and encouraging about God taking on a human form?
 

How do we study the Word (Bible)?

Pray   ask the Holy Spirit to help you understand what you read and to know how to apply it to your life.

Find   a quiet place free of distractions

Have  your notebook and pen

Take  small bites-read a portion (few verses) and the as some questions?

          • What is this saying about God, Jesus or the Holy Spirit?
          • Is there a command for me to obey?
          • Is there a principle for me to live by or a spiritual truth for me to know?
          • Is this saying something for me right now?
          • How can I apply this to my every day life?

Why should YOU read the Bible?

Earthly things do not satisfy the heart. The Bible is the Book of the heart. It shows us how we may possess and enjoy real life. A worthwhile life and satisfaction in life are found by reading and receiving the Word of Life into our hearts. (John 6:63)

1. It is God’s message to you

2. It is totally reliable, without error

3. God does not change and you need it for life (Matthew 4:4)

4. It is a measuring stick for you to determine truth from error

5. It will equip you for serving God (Psalm 32:8)

6. You can learn from Biblical characters how to live and act–––––––––––> 

7. It will bring real hope and peace to your life (Romans 15:4)

8. The enemy of your soul does not want you to be a person of the Word

9. As a child of God, you should keep up on all the blessings your Heavenly Father desires for all His Children. ( 7,000 promises throughout the Bible) 10.The Word of God is powerful and is our spiritual weapon ( Ephesians 6:10-18)
 
 
Bible Translations- (New International Version, King James, New King James,
     The Message, new Living, Amplified, New American Standard,
      New Century)                                                                DICTIONARY  Explains the meaning of words, places and subjects of the Bible

COMMENTARY  An explanation of the Bible chapter by chapter

STUDY GROUPS         It is good to have personal devotion but Bible study groups                                           can really help you understand and grow

MEMORY VERSE        II Timothy 3:16-17 “All scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”