8 Reasons to Study the Bible - Part 1
The Valley Studies | Week 1 | Term 4 2024
Don't watch the video yet! When to watch the video is in the study below.
Do you enjoy reading the bible? Do you even know how to read the bible? What is the point in reading the bible? This term will be exploring all things to do with the bible. As we do, our hope is that you increase in your love and motivation for reading and feel more equipped in how to read!
What's your favourite book of the bible?
Do you enjoy reading the bible?
Describe your bible reading habits.
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“but with the word of God the desire to study it increases, because the more you know of it the less you think you know” - Charles Spurgeon
Reasons 1-3 to Read Your Bible...
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THE BIBLE IS ESSENTIAL TO DISCIPLESHIP
The Bible commands us to make disciples, instructs us on how to make disciples, and is a resource for disciples.
READ: Matthew 28:19, John 8:31-32, Psalm 119:105
THE BIBLE PROVIDES SPIRITUAL NOURISHMENT
READ: Matthew 4:4
Rick Renner would not eat in the morning until he has read the bible. What might you do to ensure you are regularly reading scripture?
THE BIBLE IS GOD'S WISDOM FOR SUCCESS
How would define success?
John Bevere in the video defines success as "when you're very faithful and effective in what God puts you on Earth to do".
Do you agree with this definition?
READ: Joshua 1:8
God's definition of success is quite different to that of the world's. Biblical success is not about personal (selfish) achievement instead about fulfilling God's purpose. This includes, but not limited to growing his kingdom and sharing the gospel.
Why do you think people find it hard to read the bible?
What are some personal reasons you find it hard to read the bible?
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Can you think of any other good reasons to read the Bible?
Get keen for the study in Week 2 to look at more reasons to read the bible.
What are some questions you have about the bible (eg. where to start reading? who wrote the bible? what's the best translation? etc)
At the end of the term, we will be having a Q&A Session where we will answer your questions.
Send the here:
Throughout term 4 at The Valley, we will likely answer many of these questions as we explore the bible, what it is, where it came from, can we trust it and why we should read it. We are very excited to help you grow in your love for reading scripture.
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