The Bible was written in three ancient languages. Each translation to your language represents years of work to help you process the Bible in a way that makes sense.
A Church-Wide Small Group Study | Starts This September
Reading the Bible is one thing. Understanding it is another. This fall, we’re inviting everyone at StoneBridge to take a fresh look at Scripture—together.
In How to Study the Bible, we’ll walk through the Gospel of John and learn simple, practical tools to read God’s Word with confidence. You’ll discover how to:
Ask the right questions as you read
Understand context, authorship, and key themes
See how each passage connects to Jesus
Apply Scripture in your everyday life
Whether you’re brand new to the Bible or have been reading it for years, this study will help you hear God more clearly and deepen your faith.
The five steps in this guide will help you learn how to read and understand the Bible more so you can grow closer to God.
Are you a morning person or night owl? Do you like quiet places or bustling coffee shops? Do you learn by watching, listening, or reading? Do you sometimes read paper and other times digital?
Once you decide on a routine that works for you, start one of these Bible Plans or consider finding a paper Study Bible.
Think like a detective and discover the story behind the story.
The Bible is a collection of 66 different books, written in three languages, across three continents, over a 1,500-year period by 40 different authors. Use tools like these to learn who the text was written to, when, where, and why.
There’s no need to rush. Take your time and get curious.
After studying the context, what questions do you still have? Use your questions as tools to help you dig deeper through prayer, study, and conversations with friends.
A small group is a safe place to make friends who'll help you process your questions about the Bible.
The Bible is meant to transform us, not just inform us. The more we apply what we learn from God’s Word, the more we become like Jesus.
Ask God what He wants you to learn about Him and yourself.