Most Christians Don't know this
A simple and solid method to study the Bible is:

**1. Pray first**
Ask God to open your mind and heart to understand and obey His Word.

**2. Read a short passage**
Start small, like 5–10 verses, or one paragraph.

**3. Observe**
Ask:
- What does it say?
- Who is speaking?
- Who is involved?
- What happens?
- Are there commands, promises, warnings, or repeated words?

**4. Interpret**
Ask:
- What does this mean in its context?
- What did the writer intend to communicate?
- What does this show about God, man, sin, faith, or salvation?

**5. Apply**
Ask:
- What should change in my life?
- Is there a sin to confess?
- A command to obey?
- A truth to believe?
- An example to follow?

**6. Write one clear takeaway**
Keep it simple:
- “God is faithful even when I am afraid.”
- “I must forgive instead of holding bitterness.”

**7. Pray it back to God**
Turn what you learned into prayer and obedience.

**A beginner-friendly pattern:**
**Read – Observe – Interpret – Apply – Pray**

You can also use these 5 questions every time:
- What do I learn about God?
- What do I learn about people?
- Is there a sin to avoid?
- Is there a command to obey?
- How should I respond today?

**Good places to start:**
- Gospel of Mark
- Gospel of John
- Psalm 23
- James
- Philippians