How to Study a Book of the Bible
Start a Study
Choose a book and begin exploring its message, structure, and key themes.
What Each Book Study Includes
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Historical and biblical context
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Key themes and major ideas
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Important passages to study
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A guided study path through the book
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Practical tips for understanding the text
Printable Study Resources
If you want to go deeper as you study a book of the Bible, these printable worksheets can help you slow down, observe the text carefully, and organize what you learn.
Use this worksheet before beginning a book of the Bible. It helps you understand the author, historical setting, and major themes so you can read the book in its proper context.
Use this worksheet as you read individual passages. It helps you notice important details, think carefully about what the passage teaches, and apply it to your life.
After finishing a book of the Bible, use this worksheet to summarize what you have learned and reflect on the book’s message.
Along the Way
As you study a book, you may want to explore specific words, people, or ideas in more depth. Other types of studies help you dig deeper into Scripture.
Character Study
Explore the lives of the people found throughout Scripture. See their failures and their faith, learn from their choices, and understand how each one encountered God within the unfolding story of the Bible.
Word Study
Notice an interesting word while studying? Explore key words used throughout Scripture and discover the depth of meaning that sometimes lies beneath the English translation.
The Best Way to Understand the Bible
True understanding begins by asking God for wisdom. Scripture teaches that He gives understanding to those who ask Him. As you study, approach the Bible prayerfully and ask the Spirit to help you see what God has revealed.
One helpful way to study is to read each book in its full context. The Bible was written as books, letters, songs, and history, and understanding those whole messages helps you see how each part fits within the larger story of Scripture.