- Dedicate a certain time to study the bible when you can focus and not be disturbed by distractions
- Find a quiet place.
- Have a pen, paper, and a dictionary handy for taking notes and looking up words you might not understand.
- Have a plan. Without a plan you may have a hard time finding a starting place or keeping up with where you are at.
- Pray for understanding and give the things that might be bother you to God before you begin
- Don't rush take your time to let what the scripture is really saying sink in.
- Write down a verse that really stuck out to you and reflect on that verse throughout the day.
- Ask questions about the text to get a full understanding of the who, how, when, and why. Also think about how the scripture may apply to your own life.
- If you are not understanding a passage or verse don't be afraid to ask. There is no shame in coming to a greater understanding to the word.
- Remember to keep the scriptures in context not only with the surrounding chapters and verses but also as a whole.
