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How to Study the Bible

Reading the Bible for Life

Day 167of 180
Week 34of 36
30Minutes
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Learning Objectives

1

Understand basic Bible study methods of observation, interpretation, and application

2

Practice reading Psalm 1:1-3 using three-step Bible study approach

3

Develop curiosity and reverence for God's Word

Psalm 1:1-3

Blessed is the man who doesn't walk in the counsel of the wicked, nor stand in the way of sinners, nor sit in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in Yahweh's law. On his law he meditates day and night. He will be like a tree planted by the streams of water, that produces its fruit in its season, whose leaf also does not wither. Whatever he does shall prosper.

Psalm 1:1-3 (WEB)

Demonstrates the power of studying and meditating on God's Word

📦 Materials Needed

  • Bible (World English Bible)
  • Notebook
  • Colored pencils
  • BibleMouse Student Worksheet

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Welcome to today's BibleMouse lesson! Let's review what we learned about trusting the Bible yesterday.

💭 Review Question: What makes the Bible special and trustworthy?
2Teaching (10 min)

Today, we'll learn how to study the Bible using three important steps: Observation, Interpretation, and Application.

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Observation: What does the text actually say?
  • Interpretation: What does the text mean?
  • Application: How can I apply this to my life?
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What do you notice about Psalm 1:1-3?
  • How might these verses help us understand how to live?
3Activity: Bible Study Detective Worksheet (12 min)
skill practice

Complete BibleMouse Bible Study Worksheet for Psalm 1:1-3

📝 Instructions:
  1. Read Psalm 1:1-3 carefully
  2. Circle key words and phrases
  3. Answer observation questions
  4. Write down what the passage means
  5. List ways to apply the verse today
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use picture-based worksheet with fewer questions

Challenge: Add cross-referencing to other Bible passages about wisdom

4Closing (3 min)

Recap our Bible study method and celebrate what we learned

📝 Review Questions:
  • What are the three steps of Bible study?
  • What did you learn from Psalm 1:1-3?
🙏 Prayer:

Thank God for giving us His Word to guide us

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about using cross-references to understand the Bible better

Psalm 119:105

Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

Psalm 119:105 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Bible Verse Treasure Hunt: Hide parts of the verse around the room for child to find and assemble

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Bible study skills develop over time; focus on making it enjoyable

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be patient and encouraging
  • Make the activity interactive
  • Praise effort over perfection
🤔 Common Struggles:

Children might find abstract interpretation challenging

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child's growing curiosity about Scripture meaning

Extension Activities

  • Create a Bible study journal
  • Draw a picture illustrating Psalm 1:1-3
  • Discuss how the verse compares to a real tree's growth

Ready for Tomorrow?

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