How to Make Bible Reading Interesting

Bible reading does not have to be boring and perfunctory. In this article you will learn various methods to make reading the Bible interesting and lively.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• concentration
• peaceful setting
• Bible
• Writing intrument
• paper

1. First prepare your mind to concentrate on meditating on the reading at hand. Imagine yourself in each scene or drama.

2. Besides reading the Bible from beginning to end, read it in the chronological order in which the events took place.

3. Read the Greek (New Testament) Scriptures before the Hebrew (Old Testament) Scriptures. This may help you understand the connections in a different light.

4. Read all prophecies about Jesus and then read the gospels before you read any other portion of the scriptures. Look for fulfillments.

5. Read the gospels first and then the messianic prophecies before reading any other part of the Bible.

6. Read the Book of Revelation before reading the rest of the Bible to understand its relevance to the entire Bible.

7. Start by reading about each king that reigned in the kingdom of Israel and Judah. Take note of the relatives of individual Hebrews and how they related with one another.

8. Take note of individual personality traits that each character displayed and try to understand the results of both negative and positive attributes.

9. Read all prophetic books of the Bible such as Isaiah through Malachi, and Revelation. Look for what they have in common.

10. Focus your reading of the Scriptures on the books or letters of the apostle (or saint) Paul. Read from Romans to Hebrews.

11. Read the Scriptures that center on divine wisdom. Read Proverbs and Ecclesiastes.

12. Read the Bible books that focus on divine poem, prayer, and songs. Read Job, Psalms and the Song of Solomon.

13. Read the book of Hebrews and then Scriptures that deal with the covenant,Law, and the priestly arrangement. Read Exodus chapter 20 through Deteronomy chapter 28.

Tips & Warnings

• Practice imaging yourself in scenes as you read
• Meditate on what you read
• Stop to meditate at least every few minutes
• Meditate especially on passages that are unclear
• Take note of common attitudes and practices
• Take note of lifestlyes and the economy
• Take note of customs and practices
• Writing on your notepad keep track of what you learn
• Writing on your notepad keep track of where you stop
• Reading the Bible in haste is not beneficial
• Reading with criticism or cynicism does not help

Resources

• Faith is not Blind
• The Inspired Bible