The Bible

Ever opened your Bible with good intentions, only to get lost somewhere between Leviticus and "wait, who is this person again?" You're not alone — and this course is built for you.

This isn't about memorizing trivia or rushing through chapters to check a box. It's about learning to actually read Scripture — to see the bigger story, understand the context behind the words, and recognize how each book fits into the whole. You'll learn practical tools for interpreting different types of writing (poetry isn't history, and prophecy isn't a letter), how to ask good questions of a text, and how to move from "what does this say" to "what does this mean for me."

Whether you're picking up a Bible for the first time or you've read it for years but still feel like you're missing something, this course will give you the confidence and skills to study Scripture on your own — thoughtfully, faithfully, and without needing someone else to explain every verse to you.

By the end, you won't just know more about the Bible. You'll know how to read it.

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A Deeper Look

Authorship, Audience, and Purpose

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Language

Culture

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History

Context

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Context II

Poetry and Parables

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Scripture to Scripture

Difficult Verses

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Study Plans

Putting It All Together