Category Archives: Bible reading

How to Read the Bible Supernaturally

There are always great resources available to help us read, study and understand the Bible — by the grace of God the Father, for the glory of King Jesus, and through the power of the Holy Spirit. Here’s how to … Continue reading

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Why Do You Want to Go to Heaven?

Jesus made some amazing statements. For example, He claimed to be God, and He did so repeatedly. “I tell you the truth, before Abraham was born, I am.” The Jewish religious leaders were so outraged at this blatant pronouncement of … Continue reading

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Does It Matter What Order You Read the Books of the Bible?

I received this question from a reader recently: “Can you tell me if there is a certain order that I need to read the books of the Bible. Mr. Gray says to start at Genesis through Revelation. Is that the way … Continue reading

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What Does It Take to Understand the Bible? (Part 2)

What do you need to understand the Bible? Many things come to mind: A vital and ever-growing relationship with the Father through His Son. The presence of the Holy Spirit who guides us into His truth. A hunger for divine … Continue reading

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How to Stay Consistent with Your Bible Reading

Thanks to the Internet, we are blessed with a boatload of sound Bible study resources at our fingertips. One of my favorite websites is www.Crossway.com. Here you’ll find plenty of free articles and podcasts that will enrich your time in … Continue reading

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9 Tips for Making the Most of Your Bible Study (per Jen Wilkin)

I have benefited from many excellent Bible teachers over the years. God has used men like John Piper, John MacArthur, R.C. Sproul and J.I. Packer to help me greatly. Their books and sermons have been valuable resources to deepen my … Continue reading

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How to Sin by Reading the Bible

Is it possible to read the Bible and sin against God by doing so? Absolutely. It’s an example of what John MacArthur calls “Christian legalism” – the idea that I must engage in certain behaviors in order to earn God’s … Continue reading

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Does Reading the Bible Make a Difference?

Here are some questions worth asking and answering: “Why should we read the Bible every day? Does it make a difference? Is it just something good Christians do? Or is it a legalistic habit that’s unnecessary to a healthy walk … Continue reading

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How to Read the Bible in 2017

Happy New Year to you and yours! Have you given any thought to how you’ll go about reading the Bible in 2017? If you’re looking for help, read on . . .   There are many worthwhile ways to read … Continue reading

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Pros (and Cons?) of Reading the Whole Bible

I’ve been working on a new book about reading the whole Bible. Perhaps it will be called “How to Read the Whole Bible in a Year (or Two).” This is something I’ve been doing regularly over the past 10 years, … Continue reading

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