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    How to Study the Bible,  Spiritual Growth

    3 Ways to Gain Greater Understanding of Old Testament Books

    It’s the beginning of the year and you are determined to read the Bible from start to finish. You get through Genesis, perhaps even Exodus, but then Leviticus appears. And if, by sheer resolution you get through Leviticus, you trudge into Numbers which seems like another version of Leviticus. Your determination wanes until the next year when you try again…only to find yourself once again stopping when understanding Old Testament books is confusing. Sound familiar? Or maybe it’s just me. I think I’ve read Genesis and Exodus over 10 times, before coming to a screeching halt at Leviticus. Or I’d skim Leviticus just to grow weary in Numbers because none…

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    How to Study the Bible,  Spiritual Growth

    How To Do a Biblical Word Study | Step-by-Step

    My understanding and knowledge of the Bible grew tremendously when I learned how to do a Biblical word study. Focusing on the context and meaning of a single word in the original language opened my eyes to discover more about God’s character and what the verses actually mean. Resources You Need for a Word Study Bible Notebook Pen Computer or Device (we will be utilizing the Blue Letter Bible App and BibleStudyTools.com) Step-by-Step Walk Through on How to Do a Word Study 1. Identify the Word Identify the word or phrase you would like to know more about. I was curious about what “Be Still” meant in Psalms 46:10, so…