Simple yet powerful keys and principles to effectively engage with the Scriptures
KEY No. 14 – Ask questions of Scripture
Children ask questions all the time. As we approach scripture, we should come with this heart of childlike simplicity and inquisition.
WHO?
Who is speaking? Who are they speaking to? Who are they speaking about? Who is this promise made to? Who is expected to obey this command? Etc…
WHAT?
What is being said here in simple terms? What does this mean to me? What is he/she doing/saying/meaning? What kind of reaction did this action provoke? Etc…
WHERE?
Where did they come from? Where is he/she going to? Where is this city/town? Where is this event occurring? Etc…
WHEN?
When did this happen? When are they intending to come/go? When am I in a similar position to this character? When can I apply this truth in my life? Etc…
WHY?
Why did he/she say or do that? Why do they react this way? Why did God record this story in scripture? Why is this Truth not working in my life and how can I change so it does? Etc…
HOW?
How does this apply to my life? How does he/she do what he/she does? How can I be more like this character in scripture? How can I avoid the pitfalls that this person fell into? Etc
