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Bible Study Tips

Encountering Jesus in the Symbols of the Old Testament

Returning to early Christian reading practices allows us to see how the repeating symbols of the Old Testament point to and are fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

A Guide to Every Resource Available on Bible Gateway Plus

The array of resources on Bible Gateway Plus can be overwhelming to new users. Here's a guide to all of them, so you can pick and prioritize based on your needs.

How to Study the Bible When You’re Overwhelmed by It: Q&A...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by Bible study — let alone putting it into practice? Bible teacher Lisa Harper has some tips to take the pressure off.

How to Grow as Christians: 5 Rituals for a Learning Disciple

Many Christians suffer from arrested development in their faith. How do we continue to grow as followers of Jesus? These five habits will get you started.

4 Simple Steps to Transform How You Read the Bible [FREE...

Do you ever feel lost trying to read the Bible? These four simple steps are a treasure map that leads you to the reward of intimacy with God in his Word.

What Is the Holy Spirit? How the Third Person of the...

The Holy Spirit is God, the third person of the Trinity, and He illuminates Christ through the Scriptures — if we take the time to read them well.

Finding the Full Meaning of Scripture in the Treasure Chest of...

English readers are blessed with many great Bible translations — but looking at translations in other languages brings a fuller understanding of God's Word.

50 Major Events in the Bible Storyline [Infographic]

Is it possible to boil the Bible down to 50 major events? Not really — but we tried our best anyway! Here are the biggest plot points in Scripture.

How to Read the Bible in 2026: A Beginner’s Guide

If you’ve ever wanted to read the Bible but weren’t sure where to start — or got stuck along the way — this guide will help you build a Bible reading practice.

How the Bible Interprets Itself: A Lesson from Jesus

Biblical interpretation didn't start with the church fathers — first it interpreted itself. Here's how Jesus and his disciples interpreted their Bibles.

How Christian Board Games Can Reignite Your Bible Study

Playing Christian board games helps us connect with each other — and with God's coming kingdom. Why is it so hard to find good ones?

6 Bible Study Methods You Need to Know (and Try)

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to Bible study. That's why Bible study methods exist. Here are 6 methods you need to know and try.

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