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BIBLE READING TIPS, TRICKS &TECHNIQUES FOR 2010
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What is the ChristianBible?
A collection of 66 Books written by Jews
Old Testament (39) (These 39 books are almost identical to
the Jewish Tanakh) New Testament (27) (The NT is about thesame size as the Qur'an but is not connected)
Gods Laws, Jewish History, Wise Sayings, Hymns
(Psalms), Prophecy, 4 Accounts of Jesus Life(Gospels) & Letters written by Early Christians.
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Why read the Christian Bible?
(1)The Bible was written:
over a 1500 year span (from 1400 B.C to A.D. 100)
over 40 generations
by over 40 authors from many walks of life (i.e. - kings,
peasants,philosophers, fishermen, poets, statesmen, scholars)
in different places (i.e. - wilderness, dungeon, palaces)
at different times (i.e. - war, peace)
in different moods (i.e. - heights of joy, depths of despair)
on three continents (Asia, Africa, and Europe)
in three languages (Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek)
AND YET IT GIVES A COHESIVE MESSAGE ABOUT GODSSALVATION FOR MANKIND
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Why Read the Christian Bible?(2)
"He must always keep this copy of the law
with him and read it daily as long as he
lives. That way he will learn to fear* the
Lord his God..." - Deut. 17:19
(*fear = respect & revere, rather than be
scared of )
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Why read the Christian Bible? (3)
"For the word of God is livingand active. Sharper than anydouble-edged sword, it
penetrates even to dividingsoul and spirit, joints andmarrow; it judges the thoughts
and attitudes of the heart." -Heb. 4:12
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Why read the Christian Bible? (4)
BECAUSE YOU CAN.We have no excuse not to read the Bible.
We have been taught to read, we caneasily get hold of a copy, and we have
been given the time needed.
You can not complain if others feed youpoison when you have the ability to
feed yourself.
"Taste and see that the Lord is good." Ps.34:8
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How do I read the Bible?
Not just Why but How?
The Bible can sometimes seem a littledaunting; with over 170 hours of reading
ahead of you.
Tips Tricks and Techniques.
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9 Tips Tricks & Techniques
Get a (new) plan. Simplify the structureLearn to surf
Read when youre awake. Use shrink wrap Sometimes it is be
Do you have a question? Break the Ice Try Being Unfaith
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Summary
Many benefits from reading the Bible.
Use a reading planner
Read when you are at your best
Know how the Bible is structured Read a synopsis of each book
Ask question before, during & after you read
Try condensing what you have just read
Try using the Internet / Try listening too
Dont be afraid to try different versions
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Get a (new) plan (1)
Christadelphian
reading planner
Old Testament once
and New Testament
twice a year
Used by thousands
every day.
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Get a (new) plan (2)
52 week reading
planner
Helps reveal the
structure of the Bible.
Covers the wholeBible once a year
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Get a (new) plan (3)
Read in 90 Days
Larger chunks can aid
understanding
Could read the Bible 3
times a year
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Read when youre awake.
Are you a morning or anight person?
Fact: You absorb twice as
much information whenyoure fresh
Give God the best part of
your day
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Dust mite
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Learn to surf
The Internet is full of
useful additional
material to aid
reading.
But remember it is
useful not inspired.
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Learn to Surf (2)www.dailyreadings.org.uk
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Learn to Surf (3)www.biblemap.org
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Learn to Surf (4)www.biblos.com
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Simplify the structure
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Use shrink wrap
Shrink wrap each
chapter you read into
one memorable &
meaningful phrase.
Lets try Psalm 23
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Psalm 23
1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures,he leads me beside quiet waters,
3 he restores my soul.He guides me in paths of righteousnessfor his name's sake.
4 Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death,[a]
I will fear no evil,for you are with me;your rod and your staff,they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before mein the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.6 Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,and I will dwell in the house of the LORDforever.
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Sometimes it is best to Listen
Try reading 1 Chronicles +
How about listening to it on tape, CDor online @ www.dailyreadings.org.uk
But dont avoid it.
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Do you have a question?
Always read with purpose.
Either have a meta question An over-riding question that covers the whole
scripture.Or a specific question about the chapter you
are reading.
If not at the start have one at the end.
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Break the Ice
Great tip for reading Shakespeare is to reada synopsis of the play before you start.
Great tip for reading the Bible is to read asynopsis of each book before you start.
Remember it is useful but not inspired.
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Try Being unfaithful
To the version of the Bible you read.
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