The Bible tells us to dig in his Word like hidden treasure. It is more valuable than gold!
Here are some tips to really dig deeper into the Word of God. The Bible is like a jigsaw puzzle, and the pieces are ALL OVER the Bible, in both the OT and NT. Every verse has layers, and it leads to a bigger picture. The Bible can be the most exciting and exhilarating book you'll ever read!
Tip #1: Find Keywords. Each word is a key to a bigger piece of the puzzle. Track it down all over the Bible and list it.
Tip #2: Get the Greek and Hebrew translation. The grammar is structured differently, but you can find the real and accurate definitions to the word. Sometimes the English word can have three or four different Greek words and meanings to the same word.
Tip #3: Get a concordance and find all the references to the verse you want to learn more deeply.
Tip #4: Once we unlock a piece to the puzzle, we'll find MORE puzzle pieces and trails! So write down what you have learned in a journal, and categorize it.
Tip #5: Most importantly of all.. Pray for God to reveal his truth to you. Only he can lift the veil off our eyes and make his Word manifest to us. It is the living Word, and it leaves 'wise' men of the world dumbfounded. The carnal mind cannot perceive it, only the spirit can.
In our group, when we bible study together, we have several books open all at once at the table. We have the KJV open, the Geneva Bible open (has amazing and historical notes from Puritans that were martyred and persecuted for hundreds of years), The Greek and Hebrew translation, Strong's Concordance, and a dictionary.
Happy Hunting!!!
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Isn't it wonderful that no matter how much you dig in the Word, you still find more and more treasure every time. It is an endless place to dig.
Both reading AND studying are necessary, I think. Great post!
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Blessings and prayers, andrea
PS: I have to use a journal to jot down my thoughts and what I learn, so I do not lose it!
I will definitely take you up on that!
Love and Hugs ~ Kat
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Blessings and peace dear sister. Love ya.