Let's get into the bible
The Bible is a powerful collection of writings that move from creation to the coming of Jesus and the rise of the Church. No matter where you find yourself in your faith journey—whether you're God-curious or a long-time Christ-follower, the Bible is the source for everyone seeking to know God. We've assembled this page filled with resources for all ages that we hope will support you on your path. Enjoy exploring!
how to read the bible
Reading and studying the Bible is the surest path to finding a living relationship with God! It's not just about knowing facts about God; it's about truly getting to know Him by hearing his voice throughout this living book. If you're unsure where to start, give the S.O.A.P. Method a try! Below, you'll find a simple step-by-step guide to help you structure your time in God's Word. And guess what? This method is ideal for teens and kids, too!
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The letters in SOAP stand for the following:
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S: Scripture – read the selected Bible passage or verse slowly and thoroughly and write it out.
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O: Observation – make notes on what you observe (Think: who, what, where, when, and why)
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A: Application – write down your thoughts about how this verse or passage could be applied to your life.
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P: Prayer – take a moment to write out one or two sentences that express to God how this passage is impacting you.
bibles, journals, and more
ESV Study Bible
Hardcover – Illustrated
The ESV Study Bible was designed to help you understand the Bible in a deeper way. Created by a diverse team―the ESV Study Bible features a wide array of study tools, including extensive study notes, 200 full-color maps, 40 full-color illustrations, charts, timelines, articles, and introductions, making it a valuable resource for serious readers, students, and teachers of God’s Word.
FIRE bible
For Kids
Here is the first ever study Bible with an emphasis on the Holy Spirit written especially for kids ages 8-12. This fantastic new resource draws kids into the world, build family values and combats secular ideas, teaches how to apply biblical truths for daily living, and offers over 100 original, color illustrations.
My Own Keepsake Bible
A Kids Bible Storybook to Color
This is an excellent interactive way to engage your 6 to 10 year old in discovering and reading Scripture. Great Bible stories are presented in a narrative that children can understand. Among the 172 stories from the Old and New Testaments are 95 illustrations PLUS the extra-heavy stock front and back covers and printed page edges to color!
How to Read the Bible Book by Book: A Guided Tour
by Gordon D. Fee, Douglas Stuart
For each book of the Bible, the authors start with a quick snapshot, then expand the view to help you better understand its message and how it fits into the grand narrative of the Bible. Written by two top evangelical scholars, this survey is designed to get you actually reading the Bible knowledgeably and understanding it accurately.
Bible reading plans
The One Year® Chronolo-gical Bible
Gain a better understanding of the order of biblical events and the historic context in which they unfolded. The One Year ® Chronological Bible gives readers a fresh look at the Bible. With the full text divided into 365 portions for daily reading it allows readers the opportunity to read through the Bible in one year.
How To Study The Bible (Foundations)
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, ill-equipped, and just plain lost when it comes to God's Word. My aim is to simplify the process of Bible Study for you in a few ways by teaching you three of the most important principles of successful Bible Study. Join this plan and discover how to read the Bible not just for information, but for life transformation today!
The Bible Recap With Tara-Leigh Cobble
Have you ever closed your Bible and thought, “What did I just read?” This 365-day chronological plan corresponds to The Bible Recap, designed to help you read, understand, and love the Bible! Daily recaps are available in podcast, video, and book form, where Tara-Leigh Cobble highlights and summarizes each day’s Bible reading in an easy-to-understand way. Recap videos are linked in each day's "Devotional" tab!
Essential Scripture For 30 Days
New to reading the Bible? Want to know what the Bible says it takes to get into Heaven? The answer may surprise you. Want to know what is true of YOU once you’ve trusted in Jesus Christ? Learn these truths and much more! Take the challenge and read a few verses of God’s Word everyday for 30 days!
rightnow media video studies
Go to RightNow Media to set up a free account for the streaming of these and more video studies:
the good book
Over the course of 8 sessions, pastors Deron Spoo and Kyle Idleman will visit the most salient themes about God in the Bible. With the goal of providing a sketch of each idea, each session will break down the concept into two smaller sections to unpack the meat behind the theme. At the center of the series stands God, and each theme will focus on who He is in relationship to His created order.
How to Read and Study the Bible for Yourself
Nothing else fuels our growth like personally engaging with the Bible. Yet, many people lack the practical tools to confidently study the Bible for themselves. Come on this journey with Pastor and author Benjamin Windle as your guide, as he teaches you how to use the Bible as a lamp for every question and challenge life throws at you.
the book of colossians
In this 8-session series, Louie Giglio will take us through the book of Colossians to help us form a complete picture of Jesus. What we believe about Him influences everything from our corporate worship to our relationships to our attitude toward sin. Now alive in Christ, we can live a life worthy of God instead of falling back into the ways of the world.
the book of ephesians
Has it ever dawned on you that nothing has ever dawned on God? He knew before the world began that His people would face hardship, so He gave us His Word. The Book of Ephesians is a survival manual—it equips believers to thrive in a world that hates the message of Jesus Christ. Paul the Apostle writes to encourage believers to live well—we've been lifted from the graveyard of sin and called to shout the gospel into the darkened world.
survey of the bible
Some parts of the Bible are easy to understand yet many are not. With its lengthy genealogies, Levitical laws, and apocalyptic visions, even for sincere readers reading with understanding can be a monumental task. Obviously, to navigate these challenging and potentially treacherous waters, you need a trustworthy and experienced guide -- someone who knows both the world of the text and the ways of God in human history.
Introduction to the Gospels
Through this series, Jim Dalrymple (professor of New Testament and Vice President of Advancement at Ozark Christian College) will walk us through each of the four gospel books. Jim will give an introduction to each gospel by diving into each author, the intended meaning of their gospel, and critical background information.