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Teach People How To Read Their Bibles

It’s the most important book in the universe, but it can also be intimidating. Many of our members may be discouraged to admit that their resolutions have sputtered out—again. As pastors, how can we prepare and motivate our members to dive into God’s Word for themselves?
In this episode of The Everyday Pastor, Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan share practical tips for promoting a culture of biblical literacy in the local church.
Recommended resources:
Study Bibles
Bible Commentaries and Handbooks
- New Bible Commentary
- Matthew Henry’s Concise Commentary on the Whole Bible
- Survey of the Bible by William Hendriksen
- Ryken’s Bible Handbook by Leland Ryken, Philip Ryken, and James Wilhoit
- The Treasury of David: Spurgeon’s Classic Work on the Psalms
Books on Bible Reading
- Before You Open Your Bible by Matt Smethurst
- Asking the Right Questions by Matthew Harmon
- How to Enjoy Your Bible by John Blanchard
- From Eden to Egypt by Alex Duke
Bible Reading Plans