Step 1: Find a translation you understand
The Bible was written in three ancient languages. Each translation to your language represents years of work to help you process the Bible in a way that makes sense.
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Read a Quick Note on Different Versions
At Evolve, our default translations are NLT and ESV. Our prefered paraphrase is MSG. Still want to know more about different versions? Read THIS
Step 2: Pick a time, place, and plan
Are you a morning person or night owl? Do you like quiet places or bustling coffee shops?
Do you learn by watching, listening, or reading? Do you sometimes read paper and other times digital?
Once you decide on a routine that works for you, start one of these Bible Plans or consider finding a paper Study Bible. The goal is to find consistency.
Step 3: Uncover the context
Think like a detective and discover the story behind the story.
The Bible is a collection of 66 different books, written in three languages, across three continents, over a 1,500-year period by 40 different authors. Use tools like these to learn who the text was written to, when, where, and why.
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Through videos, podcasts, and articles, you'll experience the Bible as one unified story that leads to Jesus.
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Step 4: Read slowly and ask questions
There’s no need to rush. Take your time and get curious.
We love the S.O.A.P. method of reading the Bible; Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer.
Keep a notebook or journal with your Bible to write about what you are observing, and reflect on how God wants you to apply His word to your everyday life.
A small group is a safe place to make friends who'll help you process your questions about the Bible.
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Work Through the Weird Stuff
Surprised or confused by something in the Bible? You're not alone! This article answers some questions while encouraging you to keep asking more.
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Step 5: Pray and apply what you learn
The Bible is meant to transform us, not just inform us. The more we apply what we learn from God’s Word, the more we become like Jesus.
Ask God what He wants you to learn about Him and yourself.
Connect the Bible with Prayer
Lectio 365 is a free daily devotional app that helps you pray the Bible every day as a regular practice; morning, noon and night.
Click HERE to download the Lectio 365 App to your smart phone.
Guided Prayer in the Bible App
A simple, Scripture-based, daily prayer feature of the Bible App to help center your heart and mind on God.
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