So, where do you begin? It is easy to get overwhelmed, but is like eating an elephant -- you do it just one bite at a time! Because the Bible is not just paper and ink, but the Living Word of God, whenever you prayerfully open and read, the Spirit of the Living God joins with you to lead and guide you, revealing God's plan and purpose.
The beauty of a study Bible is the abundance of helps to guide you in finding the answers you seek.
Consider how you have learned life lessons in the past.
- Examples from the lives of people around you -- You have known people you have admired who have been role models, and people whose lifestyles you want to avoid and all cost.
The character sketches within the NLT Study Bible compile information about prominent Biblical Characters which describe each individuals strengths and weakness which led to their success or failure and provide references to the most important verses about them for your study. - Cliff Notes -- Just like in your literature classes, each book of the NLT Study Bible begins with a complete introduction that points out all the main points that you wouldn't want to miss.
This thorough overview will guide your study and assure that you don't miss the big picture. - Charts -- A good public speaker or teacher uses charts to organize information into a form that is easy to understand quickly.
The NLT Study Bible contains a multitude of charts, graphs, maps, visual aids, illustrations, timelines and diagrams to aid understanding.
My favorite is an illustration of Noah's Ark on p.
33 that shows just how big it was by comparing it to a man, an elephant and a tractor trailer.
A picture is worth a thousand words, and this picture made the image clearer than all the Bible Stories I have ever heard describing the ark! - For the Bible student who is seeking a deeper understanding a Greek and Hebrew word study is included.
My prayer is that you would develop the habit of spending time with Him everyday and that you will find the perfect Bible to guide you on your quest.