We've been looking at resources to help you in your Bible study. Today, I want to highlight one of my favorite how-to manuals – Rick Warren's Bible Study Methods. (Our church even developed a quarter-long class on Bible study methods using this book as a guide. I still have the Powerpoints.) Warren gives easy to follow guidance on 12 different approaches to Bible study. You're sure to find at least one that fits your reading and study style.
The methods he covers include: Devotional, Chapter Summary, Character Quality, Topical, Chapter Analysis, Verse-by-verse, Word Study and 5 more.
One of the things I like is his constant emphasis on the changes that our study should bring about in our lives. He encourages us to include action items in our notes and commit to tangible growth. After all, if our Bible study isn't transforming our lives, we may as well be studying algebra.
(Again, I don't get any special goodies for recommending this particular book. However, I've used it and I think it's pretty handy.)
Have you read Bible Study Methods? What did you think? What other study manuals would you recommend?
