Books in the Bible 101 S. series

From cover to cover, key themes can be traced through the stories and teaching of Scripture. Creation, sin, salvation, sanctification and community - these are the themes that make up the essentials of our faith. As we understand the place of these doctrines in Scripture, we will better understand God's good news for our lives and his church today.

We read the Bible to understand. But how do we know that we are really getting the intended meaning? This guide outlines essential principles for finding the meaning of God's Word through inductive study. We learn to look at context and culture, and then to bridge God's truth to our own lives, discovering what the Bible says to us today.

Just as a carpenter needs the right tools to do accurate work, you need certain tools to do fruitful Bible study. This guide will help you learn how to use concordances, dictionaries and other resources. You will practice key study methods - word study, character study and so on - that will reveal the truths of God's Word. With these tools and methods at hand, you will handle God's Word with confidence and anticipation.