Bible School

Blessed is the man

Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly,

Nor stands in the path of sinners,

Nor sits in the seat of the scornful;

But his delight is in the law of the Lord,

And in His law he meditates day and night.

He shall be like a tree

Planted by the rivers of water,

That brings forth its fruit in its season,

Whose leaf also shall not wither;

And whatever he does shall prosper. Psalm 1:1-3 (NKJV)

How do I study the bible?

Translation

Situation

Contextualization

Question(s)

Regulation

Meditation

The Bible is a library of 66 books, written on 3 continents, by 40 authors, in 3 languages over 1,500 years’ time: all of which align to the central theme of God’s redemptive work in His creation.

TRANSLATION: NIV NLT (modern) NKJV ESV NKJV (accurate)

SITUATION: Find a time, place, and tools to consistently engage God and His word.

We cannot contend for growth if we do not set a date with Jesus!

CONTEXTUALIZATION

Who wrote it? 

Who was it written to? 

What is the central purpose?

Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Jesus Christ, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, with the bishops and deacons: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:1-2 (NKJV)

This letter is from Paul and Timothy, slaves of Christ Jesus. I am writing to all of God’s holy people in Philippi who belong to Christ Jesus, including the church leaders and deacons. May God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace. Philippians 1:1-2 (NLT)

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)

CONTEXT

Who wrote it?

Who was it written to?

What was the central purpose?

How I praise the Lord that you are concerned about me again. I know you have always been concerned for me, but you didn’t have the chance to help me. Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Even so, you have done well to share with me in my present difficulty. Philippians 4:10-14 (NLT)

QUESTIONS:

Ask these of everything you study.

SPECK! (get the speck outta your friends’ eye? OK, that was terrible!)

Is there a Sin to be avoided? (selfishness)

Is there a Promise to be claimed? (strength in struggles)

Is there an Example to follow? (Paul’s endurance, and church generous in compassion)

Is there a Command to Obey? (Be generous)

Is there something I must Know about God? (His character, nature, and goodness) (He helps us)

REGULATION

All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16 (NLT)

SLOW DOWN!

MEDITATION

Read the word and let the word read you! (stay engaged)

Discuss what you’re learning with God in prayer and your friends/family.

Next week, I have a very important step for you in spiritual growth! Don’t miss it!

How has this scripture helped to read me?

The name Timothy comes from the Greek name Τιμόθεος (Timótheos), which is a compound of two Greek words:

• τιμή (timē) – meaning “honor” or “value”
• θεός (theos) – meaning “God”

So, the name Timothy literally means: “One who honors God” or “Honoring God.”