Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Understanding the Bible

“Consider what I say; and the Lord give thee understanding in all things” (2 Timothy 2:7).

Myles Coverdale (1488 – January 20, 1569) was an English reformer chiefly known as a Bible translator. He made the following suggestions for the reading and understanding of Scripture.

Consider well …

1. What was actually stated?

2. Who said it?

3. To whom was it addressed?

4. How is it said (with what words)?

5. When was it said?

6. Where?

7. Why and to what intent was it said?

8. What were the circumstances?

9. What led to the circumstances?

10. What consequences follow or are prophesied?

11. How does this apply in all aspects of my life and of those I associate with?

12. Above all, remember that God never meant for us to read His Word without help. Ask Him for it, and thank Him for it.