We have tried to study the Bible and understand the personality of God, but yet, it has been hard to do that. Sometimes, we open the pages and still feel lost. Other times, we read the words, but nothing sticks, no understanding, no direction, just confusion. But the truth is, the Bible is not just a book it is God’s voice written in words. It is His nature poured into pages so we can draw closer to Him.
Studying the Bible is not about rushing through chapters or ticking off a reading plan. It is about sitting at His feet, ready to listen. It’s about discovering who God is, what He has done, and what He is still doing today through you and through me.
Sometimes, we expect to “feel something” instantly. But the Bible is more than a feeling. It’s a relationship one that requires hunger, patience, and consistency. It teaches, corrects, strengthens, and reveals the heart of the Father. And the beauty of it is that you don’t study alone. The Holy Spirit is always there, ready to guide you, to teach you, and to open your eyes to truths that your heart has been longing for. So, whether you’re a beginner or someone who wants to go deeper, this journey is not about being perfect, it’s about being willing. Willing to search, to grow, and to allow the Word of God to transform you from the inside out.
How to Study the Bible For Beginners
Start by opening your heart not just your Bible.
Come with a heart that’s ready to know God for real. It’s okay to admit, “Lord, I don’t know it all, but I want to learn.” That is where it begins with humility and hunger. You don’t have to come perfect, just come plain. Be sincere. The Holy Spirit does not teach a heart full of pride but one that says, “Help me understand.”
“Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.” Psalm 119:18
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” Matthew 5:8
Begin with the Life of Jesus
Still confused on where to start? Begin with Jesus the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John). These are the books where the words and ways of Jesus come alive. It’s not just reading stories, it’s discovering how love walked the earth. Jesus reveals the personality of God.
“In the beginning was the Word… and the Word became flesh.” John 1:1,14
“Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father.” John 14:9
Ask the Holy Spirit to Help You Understand
Don’t read alone. Let the Holy Spirit teach you. The same Spirit that inspired the Bible helps you interpret it. Say something simple like, “Holy Spirit, I don’t just want to read ,I want to know what you’re really saying. Teach me.” And trust me He will.
“The Helper, the Holy Spirit… will teach you all things.” John 14:26
“When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all truth.” John 16:13
Take Notes and Reflect
As you read, don’t just scroll past the words pause and soak. That one line that struck your spirit? Write it down. Jot it. Dwell on it. A single sentence can shift your entire mindset. Sometimes, you might not even understand a whole chapter but one verse may just sit heavy in your soul. Let that be the one God is using to speak to you.
“Write down the revelation and make it plain…” Habakkuk 2:2
“I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” – Psalm 119:11
Be Patient and Stay Still
God is not in a rush, so don’t rush the process either.
Let the word breathe. Let it settle in. Even if it takes a week to understand one verse, that’s okay. You’re not doing Bible speed reading, you’re building spiritual understanding. Sometimes, silence is where He speaks the loudest.
“Be still, and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
“But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in his law he meditates day and night.” Psalm 1:2
Study with a Heart that Seeks God, Not Just Facts
This isn’t about knowing “Bible facts.” It’s about knowing the God behind the verses. You can read the Bible and still miss God if your heart isn’t in it. Don’t just study to say “I’ve studied.” Study to say, “I’ve met Him in the Word.”
“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29:13
“Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4
End with Prayer
After you’re done reading, pray. Tell God what you understood and even what you didn’t. Ask Him to help you live out what you’ve learned. Let the seed of the Word grow in your life, not just sit in your notebook.
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” James 1:22
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.” Psalm 119:105
Conclusion
You don’t have to be perfect to study the Word of God. God isn’t looking for experts , He’s searching for hearts that are willing. He’s not asking you to come with all the answers, just the desire to know Him more. All you truly need is a ready heart one that says, “Lord, I want to know you.” It is in that willingness that obedience begins. And through obedience, God begins to reveal more of Himself, more of His plans, and more of His presence.
You don’t need to get it all right in a day. Just be consistent. Be honest. Keep your heart open. The Word of God isn’t just a book, it’s your lifeline. And every time you open it with a sincere heart, God is ready to meet you right there. So come as you are curious, hungry, even confused and let Him teach you step by step. He will never turn away a willing heart.
