The Bible
Making God's Word a Meaningful Part of Everyday Life
Congratulations on making the incredible decision to spend more time in the Word of God. Below you will find a range of resources to help you get started or gain confidence reading the bible.
How and Why Should I Read The Bible?
The Basics of The Bible
Check out these videos from BibleProject about The Bible
Making the Most of Your Time in The Bible
Some Practical Guidelines
• Find a quiet place away from as many distractions as possible.
• Pray and ask God to speak to you and change you as you read His word.
• Read it slowly and really engage your mind as your read.
• Consider, when was this written, who was it written to, why was it written, what did it mean to the people in that generation, and how does it apply to us today?
The SOAP Method
S.O.A.P is a simple method for reading and applying God’s word to our lives.
Scripture
Read a short Bible passage. It might help to write it out.
Observation
What do you notice about the verses?
What do you think the main message is?
What verses, words or ideas jump out to you?
Highlight the parts that stick out!
Application
Ask God how He wants you to apply the verse to your own life.
Prayer
Pray for others and for yourself.
Choosing a Translation
The Bible was originally written in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. Scholars have used different methods to translate it into English, aiming to make it clear and understandable for today’s readers.
Which translation should you choose? Start with one that's easy to read – like the NIV or NLT. As you grow in your faith, you might enjoy exploring other versions too.
Other Useful Resources
Check out these resources to help with your journey through The Bible.
Helpful Bible Plans
The Bible In One Year
This one-year Bible plan includes daily Scripture readings and commentary from Nicky and Pippa Gumbel (from the Alpha Course), helping you apply God’s Word to daily life and grow closer to Jesus.
How to Study The Bible
Over five days, read James 1 and follow video teachings from Jen Wilkin, author of Women of the Word, as she shares six practical ways to study the Bible and let it 'get under your skin.'
Divine Direction
Every day, our choices shape our story. In the Divine Direction Bible Plan, Craig Groeschel shares seven principles to help you seek God’s wisdom and live a story worth telling.
Why Read The Bible?
It might seem strange to find reasons to read the Bible within the Bible itself. This plan offers an opportunity to thoughtfully explore what the Bible says – and consider why it says it.
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Check Out the Alpha Course
The Alpha Course is designed to cover the basics of Christianity
Each week, we delve into one of the big questions about life, faith, and God - in a safe, judgement-free and pressure-free environment with a highly passionate team of facilitators across our Campuses.
We cover 'Why and How do I Read The Bible?' in session four of Alpha.
Instead you thrill to God’s Word, you chew on Scripture day and night. You’re a tree replanted in Eden, bearing fresh fruit every month, Never dropping a leaf, always in blossom.
Psalm 1:2 (MSG)