How to Study the Bible

2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; 17 so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.

I would go so far as to say that reading the Bible is the most important part of the Christian life. I didn't say the only part, of course you must be a member of a local church. You must worship God, pray, use your gifts etc. but reading the Scripture is what keeps all things in the Christian life in check. It is what help you to not fall for false doctrine. It is what helps you understand all the fundamentals of the faith, all the deep theological truths of the faith, and all other aspects of Christianity. It guards you, it instructs you, it equips you, it challenges you, it shows you your life in the past, your life in the present, your life as it should be, and your life as it one day will be. It teaches you about Jesus Christ and what He has done for you. It shows you the attributes of God. The list goes on and on. Here are a few things that you should know and understand when it comes to how to study the Bible: