How to use commentaries
Commentaries can kick-start your thinking when you hit a dead end but should not be a substitute for your own work. Here’s my two rules of thumb.
Augustine’s Principle of Interpretation
Learn how Augustine interpreted Scripture. A practical guide to reading the Bible from one of church history’s greatest thinkers..
How to Cross Reference
Learn how to cross reference Scripture with a simple method: start near, test relevance, and let clear verses explain hard ones. Tools, examples, FAQs.
Understanding the Gospels
The gospels are unique in content, although they are similar in form to ancient biographies.
Understanding Jesus
When I was a new believer, the words of Jesus were baffling. Thankfully, I’ve grown to understand him. I have reached two conclusions about the teaching of Jesus.
10 rules for interpreting the Bible with an example
Wayne Grudem’s 10 rules for how to interpret the Bible. The first 3 rules are the most important.
Word Study Shortcuts
While I recommend you learn how to do your own word studies, here are some shortcuts you can take to save time, to get past “study block” or compare your ideas with someone else’s.
How to do a word study
Word studies are one of the basic tools of Bible study. With today’s tools, you don’t have to know Greek and Hebrew to do a good word study. Here’s how.
Online Tools for Deeper Bible Study
Find trusted online Bible study tools, apps, maps, commentaries, and language resources to help you study Scripture in context.
What Books Should I Read to Learn to Study the Bible?
Build a better Bible study library with trusted books on Bible interpretation, biblical genres, theology, and practical Scripture study.
7 Steps to Discover Your God-Given Calling
Explore 7 biblical steps to find your unique calling. Learn how to align your passions with God’s purpose and overcome obstacles through faith.
About the Author
Krisan Marotta is a Bible teacher and host of Wednesday in the Word, the podcast about what the Bible means and how we know.