Understanding the Bible: A Simple Approach
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One fundamental thing absolutely necessary for every believer is an understanding of the ______.

Bible

The study of the Bible will require having a ______ Bible which encapsulates the book of Genesis to Revelation.

complete

The Bible is a compendium of books consisting of ______ books written by about 40 authors over 1600 years.

66

The believer must pay attention to ______, he must neither be in a hurry, nor gloss over details.

<p>details</p> Signup and view all the answers

An understanding of scriptures is directly related to the practice of the believer's ______.

<p>faith</p> Signup and view all the answers

There is a need to maintain the model of diligence with the scriptures as characterized by our Lord ______ and the apostles.

<p>Jesus</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first thing to note from Philip's question in Vs 30 is that the Ethiopian eunuch read from the scriptures ______ the prophet.

<p>Esaias</p> Signup and view all the answers

Notice, Philip was able to explain the verse Isaiah 53:7-8 that the Ethiopian eunuch was reading because he Philip also must have read the ______.

<p>scriptures</p> Signup and view all the answers

Observe in Vs 35, '...Philip opened his mouth, and began at that same ______...'

<p>scripture</p> Signup and view all the answers

It was based on that explanation, the man of Ethiopia believed the gospel and thereby received ______ Acts 8:37.

<p>salvation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Thus, we can safely say that, understanding the scriptures would begin firstly by/ with ______.

<p>READING</p> Signup and view all the answers

Recall that, the believer must be diligent in the ______ of the scriptures.

<p>reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

Luke 2:46 And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the ______, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions.

<p>temple</p> Signup and view all the answers

Luke 2:47 And all that heard him were astonished at his ______ and answers.

<p>understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

Luke 2:42 And when he was ______ years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.

<p>twelve</p> Signup and view all the answers

Observe that this was his custom; he gave priority to the study of the ______, being found in the temple/synagogue among the teachers of the Law.

<p>scriptures</p> Signup and view all the answers

Luke 4:16 And he came to ______, where he had been brought up, and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up to read.

<p>Nazareth</p> Signup and view all the answers

This would safely imply that the teaching ______ of Jesus was founded on his understanding of the scriptures.

<p>ministry</p> Signup and view all the answers

Therefore, with the advent of a pervading departure from the ______, there is a need to maintain the model of diligence with the scriptures as characterized by the Apostles.

<p>written word</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hence, Apostle Paul emphasized the importance of "______" in his writing to Timothy.

<p>diligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

2nd Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the ______ of truth.

<p>word</p> Signup and view all the answers

The word "study" used in 2nd Timothy 2:15 is a stronger word than the act of research, it implies ______, eagerness or to make every effort.

<p>zeal</p> Signup and view all the answers

Thus, in our study of the scriptures, one must be diligent in ______.

<p>study</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is pertinent to note that, reading plays a very vital role when it comes to understanding and interpreting texts of ______.

<p>scripture</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jesus' knowledge of the scriptures was due to his diligent ______ of what was written.

<p>study</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mary, who also sat at ______' feet, and heard his word.

<p>Jesus</p> Signup and view all the answers

The phrase '...sat at Jesus' feet...' implies an ______ in learning.

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Paul, in his writing to the ______, instructed them to read in order to understand.

<p>Ephesians</p> Signup and view all the answers

Paul's insight to the scriptures must have stemmed from his ______ with scriptures.

<p>diligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

The revelation made known to Paul was the ______ of Christ.

<p>mystery</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jesus, in teaching his disciples taught them from ______ the scriptures, and not some.

<p>all</p> Signup and view all the answers

Paul in writing to Timothy acknowledged the profiting of ______ scripture.

<p>all</p> Signup and view all the answers

2nd Timothy 3:15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee ______ unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.

<p>wise</p> Signup and view all the answers

He explained that all scripture is profitable for doctrine which implies ______, for reproof which implies evidence, for correction and instruction in righteousness.

<p>teaching</p> Signup and view all the answers

The believer ought not to have a ______ approach; neither should the believer have a lackadaisical/nonchalant attitude towards the study of the Bible.

<p>selective</p> Signup and view all the answers

More so, notice in Luke 24:25, Jesus ______ the disciples.

<p>rebuked</p> Signup and view all the answers

Philip was able to explain the verse because he also must have read the ______.

<p>scriptures</p> Signup and view all the answers

"Philip opened his mouth, and began at that same ______..."

<p>scripture</p> Signup and view all the answers

It was based on that explanation, the man of Ethiopia believed the ______ and thereby received salvation.

<p>gospel</p> Signup and view all the answers

Understanding the scriptures would begin firstly by/with ______.

<p>READING</p> Signup and view all the answers

The believer's reading ought not to be a ______ Reading.

<p>Casual/Flippant</p> Signup and view all the answers

We must be ______ in our Reading; which will imply we observe the words, grammar, and the tenses used.

<p>Diligent</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Bible study, the first and primary action is to ______.

<p>read</p> Signup and view all the answers

Paul instructs Timothy, a minister of the gospel, to give attendance ______ to reading.

<p>priority</p> Signup and view all the answers

1 Timothy 4:13 says, 'Till I come, give attendance to ______, to exhortation, to doctrine.'

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In Bible study, the believer must read ______ the scriptures.

<p>all</p> Signup and view all the answers

Jesus in Luke ______ taught his disciples to read all the scriptures.

<p>24</p> Signup and view all the answers

Luke 24:27 says, 'And beginning at Moses and all the ______, he expounded unto them in all the scriptures the things concerning himself.'

<p>prophets</p> Signup and view all the answers

The passage discusses the importance of careful ______ and studying all the scriptures.

<p>reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

Paul's instruction to Timothy highlights the importance of attendance to ______ in understanding the gospel.

<p>reading</p> Signup and view all the answers

The end point of our knowledge of the scriptures is to grow up ______.

<p>spiritually</p> Signup and view all the answers

The study of God's word is not to amass knowledge only, rather, it is to the end that the believer grows in the ______.

<p>faith</p> Signup and view all the answers

Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a ______ man.

<p>perfect</p> Signup and view all the answers

But speaking the truth in ______, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ.

<p>love</p> Signup and view all the answers

2nd Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour ______ Christ.

<p>Jesus</p> Signup and view all the answers

All scripture is given by ______ of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.

<p>inspiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

Chris Segun Onayinka said unto them, O fools, and slow of heart to believe all that the ______ have spoken.

<p>prophets</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term 'rightly dividing' was translated from the Greek word '______'; which implies properness or carefulness.

<p>orthotomeo</p> Signup and view all the answers

If there can be a 'rightly dividing of scriptures', it means there can also exist a '______ dividing of the scriptures'.

<p>wrong</p> Signup and view all the answers

Every believer ought to have a serious and committed attitude to the study of his ______.

<p>Bible</p> Signup and view all the answers

One must be careful in handling ______.

<p>scriptures</p> Signup and view all the answers

The expectation was for them to use their minds and to believe all that was spoken of in the ______.

<p>scriptures</p> Signup and view all the answers

The phrase 'rightly dividing' means we can ______ it precisely or we can precisely explain it.

<p>cut</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rather, there must be a thorough and diligent approach to the study of the ______.

<p>Bible</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Importance of Understanding the Bible

  • Understanding the Bible is essential for every believer, as it is the core of their worship of God.
  • The Bible consists of 66 books written by approximately 40 authors over 1600 years.
  • Believers must be meticulous with information contained in the Bible, paying attention to details and not glossing over them.

Jesus' Example of Studying the Scriptures

  • Jesus was diligent in studying the scriptures, as seen in Luke 2:46-47, where he was found sitting among the doctors, asking questions, and showing understanding.
  • Jesus made studying the scriptures a priority, as seen in Luke 4:16-17, where he read from the book of Isaiah.

The Apostles' Example of Diligence in Studying the Scriptures

  • The apostles, including Philip and Paul, were diligent in studying the scriptures, as seen in Acts 8:29-35, where Philip explained the scriptures to the Ethiopian eunuch.
  • Paul emphasized the importance of diligence in his writing to Timothy in 2nd Timothy 2:15, where he instructed Timothy to study to show himself approved unto God.

The Importance of Reading the Scriptures

  • Reading the scriptures is crucial for understanding and interpreting texts, as seen in Acts 8:29-35.
  • The believer's reading ought not to be casual or flippant; rather, it should be diligent, observing the facts in detail, words, grammar, and tenses used.

The Approach to Bible Study

  • The believer must read all the scriptures, as emphasized in Luke 24:25-27, where Jesus taught his disciples to believe all that the prophets have spoken.
  • The approach to Bible study should be thorough and diligent, using the mind to understand what has been written, as seen in Luke 24:25.

Rightly Dividing the Scriptures

  • The term "rightly dividing" comes from the Greek word "orthotomeo," implying properness or carefulness in handling scriptures.
  • There is a right and wrong way to divide the scriptures, and the believer must be careful in handling them.

The Purpose of Studying the Scriptures

  • The end point of our knowledge of the scriptures is to grow up spiritually, as seen in Ephesians 4:13-15.
  • The study of God's word is not to amass knowledge only, but to grow in the faith, as seen in 2nd Peter 1:3.

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This quiz helps believers understand the Bible by providing a simple approach to reading and interpreting its content. It covers the importance of having a complete Bible and understanding its message.

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