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3 Spiritual Habits That Will Change How You Read the Bible

We are all being formed by our spiritual habits. The only question is whether your habits are forming you into the image of Christ — or something else.

Why Are Some Parts of the Bible Harder to Understand Than...

Have you ever gotten stuck on a passage of Scripture and wondered why God made it so hard to understand? So did the Apostle Peter.

The Ethiopian Bible Explained: What It Is, Its History, and Why...

What is the Ethiopian Bible? Learn its history, why it has 81 books, how it differs from Western Bibles, and how to read it in English.

Want to Learn About Systematic Theology? Here’s Where to Start

Systematic theology has been trending for both kids and adults. Here are the basics of this complex topic — and some trustworthy resources where you can learn more.

Build a Bible Study on Spiritual Warfare Using the Thompson Chain-Reference...

Spiritual Warfare is all too critical in the life of a Christian. The Thompson Chain-Reference Bible makes it easy to learn the biblical basics.

How to Teach the Bible to Kids: Moving Past ‘Bible Stories’...

Teaching the Bible to kids demands more than out-of-context stories. Here's how you can help them develop real biblical literacy and begin building a lifelong love of Scripture.

Discover the Harmony of the Gospels Using the Thompson Chain-Reference Bible

Wondering how to line up the details of Jesus' life? The Thompson Chain-Reference Bible's Harmony of the Gospels tool makes it easy.

It’s OK to Write — or Doodle — in Your Bible

For some, engaging God's Word physically — whether notetaking, journaling, or even doodling while you read — can help you live deeper into it.

Pray With Power: How to Align Your Prayers With the Word...

When you learn to pray from the Word, you'll see how the Holy Spirit uses the Bible to align your heart and mouth with the things God is already doing.

How to Build a Bible Study on the Bible as the...

Where does the Bible say that it is the Word of God? Here's how to use the Thompson Chain-Reference Bible to research what the Bible says about itself.

44+ of the Best Study Bibles for Every Type of Reader...

Discover the best Study Bibles for beginners, history buffs, devotional readers, Catholics, and more in this guide for every kind of Bible reader — now updated for 2026.

How to Use the Thompson Chain-Reference Bible: Chain-References vs. Cross-References

Chain-references and cross-references are two popular methods of linking Scripture together. But there are differences in the way they work.

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