Emma and Suzanne discuss the Inductive Bible Study Method and how you can apply this method to a 15 minute Bible study routine.
Inductive Bible Study Method:
Observe = What does the text say? Pick 1-2 of these to observe in the text: Attributes of GodRepeated wordsListsComparisons/contrastsQuestionsCommandsTransition wordsUnfamiliar wordsInterpret = What does the text mean? Interpretation looks at:Historical ContextLiterary ContextMetanarrative of the BibleRedemptive HistoryAsk yourself these questions in interpretation:What questions do you have about the text? Tip: This is where study Bibles and commentaries are really helpful!If you were to summarize the passage in one sentence, what would you say?Apply = What does the text mean for me today?Ask yourself these questions: What does this passage teach us about God?What does this passage teach us about humanity? Is there a command I need to obey?How does this point to Christ? Tips for finding the Christ connection: Does it show a need for Christ? Is there a promise or prophecy about Christ?Is Christ present in the text?
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