15 Tips for effective personal study of the bible
1. Study the whole bible
– Its important to study the word of God
2. Use different translations
3. Search for the original root meaning in Greek and Hebrew ( So you can understand the mindset of the original author)
4. Search for every other place where the word of event happened so you can do cross-referencing
5. Look for its first appearance
6. Stay on it – Ruminate on the word of God
7. Read the whole text for context
8. Check the Dictionary for specific meanings
9. Imagine illustrations
10. Memorize the verse and enjoy it
11. Listen to teachings again and again
12. Journal
13. Share with a friend
14. Pray in the spirit
15. Be sensitive to opportunities to act on the word
