Study The Word

“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17

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Bible Study is the cornerstone of our faith as it provides the basis for our prayer life and our community life at The Orchard.  Set aside at least 30 minutes each day to spend time with God: reading your Bible or devotional guide, and praying. It is sometimes helpful to utilize the S.O.A.P process when studing scripture.

S.O.A.P process – utilizing a journal or notebook and a Bible reading plan, select some passages to read. ”Read with an open heart and Jesus will grive you words of encouragement, direction and correction“.  2 Tim. 3:16. In your journal, 

  • Write today’s date.  
  • Give your lesson a title. 
  • Write down the main Scripture.  (Scripture)
  • Write what you see in the Scripture.  (Observation)
  • Write how you will be different today because of what you have just read.  (Application)
  • Write out your prayer.  (Prayer)

Example:   “Marching Orders”  Topic: Prayer

  • S. (Scripture)         “What I tell you in the darkness, speak in the light; and what you hear whispered in your ear, proclaim upon the housetops.”  Mt. 10:27
  • O. (Observation)    If I am not hearing Him in the darkness, what will I speak in the light?  If I am not hearing Him whisper in my ear, what will I proclaim on the housetops?!
  • A. (Application)     What a great word!  This scripture reminds me to not only talk to God in prayer, but equally important is to hear Him in prayer.
  • P. (Prayer)              “Dear Jesus, help me to hear You today!  I want to be still that I may hear Your marching orders for my day, for my week, for my life.  Speak Lord!  Your servant is listening!”

bibleinayearReading the complete bible takes some commitment and discipline, but it’s well worthwhile. Here is a plan which helps you read the complete Bible in one year:  Bible Reading Plan.  The “One Year Bible” is also available in an audio format each day www.oneyearbibleonline.com. Just click on the month, then on the day, then click on “Listen to this passage” for each of the passages listed. 

Memorize the Word

This is one of our greatest challenges, but most valuable tools for our Christian walk: to have the Word of God written on our hearts. These ‘Verses To Remember‘ from Rick Warren’s “40 Days of Purpose” are a good place to start, especially if you have studied “The Purpose Driven Life”.

Search the Bible

Can’t locate a particular verse?  Don’t know what verse you want in regards to a particular topic or question?  You can search by verse, keyword or topic at Bible Gateway.