How to Read the Bible with Dr. Michael Easley
So many people set out to read the Bible regularly but quickly let it fall by the wayside. In this episode, I continue my conversation with Dr. Michael Easley, who shares practical advice for anyone who wants to make a habit of reading the Bible but doesn’t know where to start. He also explains his process for approaching a passage of Scripture and shares specific passages for people to read based on their current struggles. If you missed part one of this conversation, be sure to check it out for more great insight.
What mistakes do people tend to make when they start trying to study the Bible? (2:18)
What is an achievable goal for someone who wants to get started? (4:41)
How do you select the right translation based on your level of familiarity? (9:23)
Where in the Bible should you start reading? (14:26)
Observe, interpret, and apply (22:32)
What readings do you recommend for someone struggling to stay emotionally engaged and present? (36:11)
What readings do you recommend for someone working on their marriage?(40:27)
What readings do you recommend for someone who’s feeling unfulfilled? (46:17)
What readings do you recommend for someone who wants to rediscover their passions? (48:50)
What resources do you recommend to supplement Bible reading? (53:07)
How would you challenge a listener who thinks they don’t have time to read? (56:25)
Constable’s Notes
Talk Thru the Bible
Bible.org
FaithLife Study Bible and Logos
Answers in Genesis
Institute for Creation Research
Ron Rhodes
The Big Book Series
Michael Easley in Context Podcast
Path for Growth Membership
Path for Growth One-on-One Coaching
Sign up for the Worth it Wednesday Email
Join Path for Growth on Instagram and Facebook
So many people set out to read the Bible regularly but quickly let it fall by the wayside. In this episode, I continue my conversation with Dr. Michael Easley, who shares practical advice for anyone who wants to make a habit of reading the Bible but doesn’t know where to start. He also explains his process for approaching a passage of Scripture and shares specific passages for people to read based on their current struggles. If you missed part one of this conversation, be sure to check it out for more great insight.
- What mistakes do people tend to make when they start trying to study the Bible? (2:18)
- What is an achievable goal for someone who wants to get started? (4:41)
- How do you select the right translation based on your level of familiarity? (9:23)
- Where in the Bible should you start reading? (14:26)
- Observe, interpret, and apply (22:32)
- What readings do you recommend for someone struggling to stay emotionally engaged and present? (36:11)
- What readings do you recommend for someone working on their marriage?(40:27)
- What readings do you recommend for someone who’s feeling unfulfilled? (46:17)
- What readings do you recommend for someone who wants to rediscover their passions? (48:50)
- What resources do you recommend to supplement Bible reading? (53:07)
- How would you challenge a listener who thinks they don’t have time to read? (56:25)
FaithLife Study Bible and Logos
Institute for Creation Research
Michael Easley in Context Podcast
Path for Growth One-on-One Coaching
Sign up for the Worth it Wednesday Email
