Reading It Right is a Bible study method based on the Bible’s own instruction of how it should be read as seen in 2 Timothy 3:16-17…
16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.
Imagine reading the Bible, understanding it, and growing from it like never before… that would be Reading It Right! Use this website to learn more of the Bible study method, but if you'd like a copy of the book/journal you can find links at the bottom of this page!
Reading It Right in a nutshell
God’s Word is the most valuable gift that we can put into our hands. But, for many over the years, reading, understanding and applying it has been somewhat of a mystery.
However, if you will let the Bible itself teach you how it is to be read, it’s like finding the legend on a map. Once you know the way you’re supposed to be reading, the content you should be finding, the application you should be making… the Bible will come alive!
Second Timothy 3:16-17 tells us that the Bible is “useful” for 4 significant things: teaching, reproofing, correcting, and training in righteousness. With this in mind, it becomes simple: God wants you to read his word for these four uses.
Give it a try, and see what you can learn from God’s word when you start READING IT RIGHT!
The Bible Study Method In Focus
Did you know that the Bible gives us instruction on how to read it?
2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
This means every word of the Bible is designed to provide us 4 things: teaching, rebuking, correcting and training. So, reading the Bible becomes a conversation with God in which we discover what each passage means in line with these four purposes (see below)...
PURPOSE #1
Summarize- (teach) First, discover the basic teaching in the passage. It’s not about deep insight, or personal application. Simply, what is the headline, or the main thought in a nutshell.
Purpose #2
Expose- (reproof) Next, get honest about how this passage evaluates our lives. The Bible challenges thoughts and actions. When it happens you may feel vulnerable and exposed. Don’t be defensive, be real!
Purpose #3
Change- (correct) The next step is to make adjustments. In light of God’s Word we discover some things we need to stop and some we need to start. Making these changes will be an uphill climb, but worth every step.
Purpose #4
Prepare- (train) The end result of this process is being one step further in spiritual maturity. God has a plan for your life and the Bible is preparing you for something. Discover/dream/pray what it might be.
Let’s Get Started...
While you might want to get some of our resources to help your study, don't wait to jump in and start now. Here is a rough outline for starting a personal bible study:
1.Find a quiet place without distraction. Bring a Bible, notebook, something to write with, and expectation!
2.Pray and ask God to speak to you from the Bible.
3.Read a short passage slowly and silently. Read it again out loud. Don’t rush the reading. (If you don't know where to start, try the book of Mark in the New Testament)
4.Use your journal to write down responses to the 4 purposes of the Bible.
5.Pray again, and if you don't know what to say:
• tell Him what changes you need to make after reading this passage
•worship Him by describing His greatness
•confess your sins
•thank Him for all He has already given/done
•make any requests for yourself and/or others
About the author
Andy Addis is the pastor of a midwestern Multi-site church called CrossPoint and author of several books. As a Bible reader, learner and teacher Andy has used this Bible Study method for years.
Feel free to get in touch via email: andy@andyaddis.com
Pastors, teachers, leaders! If you are interested in teaching Reading It Right to your class, group, ministry, church, etc., there are offers for you:
•Special Bulk Rates
•Free Group Training Materials
•8 Free Micro Video Lessons
Just get in touch and you will receive a link: andy@andyaddis.com
Credits:
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