RECOMMENDED Resources
BIBLE STUDY & Spiritual Reading
PRACTICE: Scripture by Practicing the Way
A four week practice designed to help you become transformed by Scripture.
From Practicing the Way: “The library we call ‘the Bible’ can connect us to God and change who we are, but distraction, hurry, and confusion can hinder our experience with these ancient texts. Rediscover how to engage Scripture as an apprentice to Jesus.”
READ: Eat This Book by Eugene H. Peterson
Eat This Book challenges us to read the Scriptures on their own terms, as God’s revelation, and to live them as we read them. With warmth and wisdom Peterson offers greatly needed, down-to-earth counsel on spiritual reading. In these pages he draws readers into a fascinating conversation on the nature of language, the ancient practice of lectio divina, and the role of Scripture translations; included here is the “inside story” behind Peterson’s own popular Bible translation, The Message.
STUDY: NIV Application Commentary
One of the most well known and widely used biblical commentaries.
“Concise commentary and background help the reader understand the original meaning of the biblical text in its historical, literary, and cultural context… The unique format of The NIV Application Commentary on the Bible provides a bridge from the world of the Bible to our lives today, guiding the reader to powerfully apply the biblical message to contemporary situations, problems, and questions.”
Grasping God’s Word is a highly recommended resource for those who want to learn how to read, interpret, and apply the Bible for themselves.
“This book will equip you with a five-step Interpretive Journey that will help you make sense of any passage in the Bible. It will also guide you through all the different genres found in the Bible to help you learn the specifics of how to best approach each one.”
LISTEN: Rule of Life Podcast (Scripture)
“The Rule of Life podcast is designed to guide you in arranging your everyday life around being with and becoming like Jesus. Each season covers one of nine ancient Practices from the Way of Jesus: Sabbath, Prayer, Fasting, Solitude, Scripture, Community, Simplicity, Generosity, and Hospitality. You’ll hear from pastors, thought leaders, and everyday apprentices of Jesus, all hosted by John Mark Comer and produced by Practicing the Way.”