Episode 227: How Do I Start Reading the Bible?
Download MP3We’re kicking off our summer mini-episodes with a big question: How do I start reading the Bible? Dot and Cara talk about overcoming intimidation, why your why matters, and how to approach Scripture as a relational conversation with God. Grab your Bible, a pencil, and maybe a cup of coffee—and join us!
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Episode recap:
- Start by writing down 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (0:13)
- How do I start reading my Bible? (2:14)
- The Bible teaches us how to best live our lives (4:40)
- Intimidation and shame can keep us from reading the Bible (7:30)
- Having a plan helps (13:36)
- Start in the Gospels (14:25)
- Ask God to show you something about Himself (16:01)
- Meditate on one verse for a while (18:51)
- It’s the Holy Spirit’s job to teach you (21:58)
Scripture Verse: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (ESV)
“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God[a] may be complete, equipped for every good work.”
“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God[a] may be complete, equipped for every good work.”
