The Discipline of Personal Bible Study

The Discipline of Personal Bible Study
Psalm 19


Hearers of the Word:

Theme:   For the follower of Jesus to understand the importance of studying the word of God not only on a corporate level but also a personal level.  

Statement of Truth:
Many times we do not feel like reading the Bible, don’t wait; do it first and feel it later! 

To develop the disciple of Personal Bible Study: 
You need to pick it up.    {WHY?}

    A. The Bible transforms us.  v7a

    B. The Bible gives us wisdom  v7b

    C. The Bible gives us Joy  v8a

    D. God’s word dispels the darkness v8b

    E.         The fear of the Lord is clean v9

    F.         God’s word is true v9

    G. The word of God promises justice v9


Doers of the Word:

Questions:

1.  What often keeps you from picking up the Bible and reading it?  What can you do this week to change that?

2.  What is your personal belief concerning the scriptures?  How does that belief impact your personal study?

3.  How has the word of God transformed you? Find ways this week to share that testimony with others.

4.  What is the greatest wisdom,  and joy you have ever received from reading the Bible?

5.  As you reflect on your life, do you tend to listen more to the clean truths of scripture or the impure philosophies of this world?

6.  Do you fear the Lord?  {why or why not?}


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