The 7 P's of Bible study

Leading up to the first week of our Social Justice Bible study, here are some tips to enhamce your study:

1. Priority - the most important aspect of getting into God’s Word is to read it regularly.  What can you do to make this a top priority?
2. Pen - the serious Bible student writes down what God shows him or her.  What method do you prefer (paper, journal, notes on your phone, etc.)?
3. Preparation - we need time to get our hearts ready and right to study God’s Word.  Perhaps prayer for strength or forgiveness is needed.  What do you need to find a sense of awe toward God and His Word?
4. Passage - keep your study systematic, not haphazard.  Perhaps you pick a Bible reading plan through the YouVersion app on your phone.  Do you have a study or method to recommend to others?
5. Pick Apart - work hard to study God’s Word by picking it apart with these three segments: Observation (what does it say?); Interpretation (What does it mean?); Application (What does it mean for me?).  Could this framework lead to higher engagement and commitment in your study?
6. Ponder -  spend some tine meditating on the truths of the passage. Ask these questions: What does this text say about God? What does this text say about me?  Is God speaking to me through this text?  Is there something I need to do or change?
7. Practice - apply the text to your life.