Bible Reading Tips
- Find a place and time free of distraction
- Pray – Invite the Holy Spirit to work in you
- Just Read – Don’t worry about understanding difficult passages. Simply let God work on you through His word.
- Reflect – Spend a few moments applying what you’ve read to your life.
If time allows, use a journal to help your reflection.
Think of the acronym SOAP
S – Scripture. Write down one or two verses from the day’s reading that were meaningful for you.
O – Observation. What did you notice about that passage that interested you?
A – Application. How does that passage apply to your life?
P – Prayer. Pray to God about what you’ve written.
Tips on Journaling
- Keep it brief
- Write for yourself and God. No one else needs to read it.
- Title each page for easy reference
- Keep a written prayer list
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