Introduction
We need to establish, first, what we want to accomplish with this study. If
we do not seek to accomplish something, than nothing is what we are going to
get. I would like to see us strive for the following goals:
- Memorize the books of the Bible.
- Learn the major theme of each book.
- Learn the central message.
- Learn the key verses.
- Learn how each book is organized.
- Learn how it came into being.
- Learn it's roll in the "Bible Story".
- Learn the step by step progressive revelation of God's will and His
plan of redemption from Genesis to Revelation, 66 books, 40
authors, covering approximately 4,000 years.
- Establish a time for study each week and be faithful in the
observance of it.
- Read the assigned portion of scripture each week.
- Take notes and review them often.
- Make notes in your Bible, i.e. cross reference, underline key verses
that are meaningful to you.
- Always begin your study with prayer.
- Always seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
This may be the hardest and most challenging study that you have ever
attempted. Please do not attempt it in your own strength, but claim the promise of
scripture that the Holy Spirit will lead and guide you in the study of God's word.
Note the following references:
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I Cor. 2:12-14, Impart God's word, not by human wisdom, but by the power
of the Spirit.
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Eph. 1:17-18, Pray for the Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation, having the eyes
of your heart enlightened.
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John 14:26, The Holy Spirit will teach you all things and bring them to your
remembrance.
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John 16:12-16, The "Spirit of Truth" will guide you into all truth ; He will
declare what the Father declares; He will glorify the Father for all
that the Father has is yours thru Christ Jesus.
We need to maintain a schedule of study that is practical for us as students. With
these instructions and goals in mind, let us proceed with the first lesson.
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