Effectively

Read the Bible Effectively SeminarAttend this Course and learn to read the Bible effectively. Whether you are familiar with the Bible or are new to reading it, your reading may seem complex and frustrating at times. The course of six concise and informative sessions is aimed at equipping you with the skills and determination to understand scriptural teaching yourself. You should benefit from a new appreciation of the Bible with fresh information and find new energy to begin reading more effectively.

Here's what you will learn:

Who wrote the Bible - where it came from.

How to remove the "mystery" which many religions cast about the Bible.

How to use cross references.

How to overcome the sometimes difficult language of the Bible.

An overview of each book of the Bible given in a concise, easy to understand manner.

History and chronology (the order of events) in the Bible.

Three tips to letting the Bible interpret the Bible.

How to read carefully and accurately (eg the Bible does not identify the fruit eaten by Adam and Eve as an apple!).

How to overcome fatigue when reading.

Prove for yourself the Bible is not a work of fiction.

When an understanding of Greek and Hebrew can help and why it isn't essential to Bible understanding.

What the title "Christ" means (and many other definitions), to make Bible reading easier.

How science is reconciled with the Scriptures.

What happens at death.

Why quoting a single Scripture is dangerous (how to keep passages in context).

Who the Jews are, and why they are so important to Bible understanding.

Why the Bible is intentionally difficult to understand in parts and how it can be simplified.

How so many interpretations of the Bible have developed.

Why there are four gospel accounts.

When and how to gain an understanding of the book of Revelation.

Why God allows so much suffering and wickedness.

How critics of the Bible "prove" their criticisms.

What are the differences between Bible versions.

That there is an Old Testament and a New Testament.

How the Bible deals with the age-old question: Is man good or evil?

How to use a concordance and a lexicon.

How a simple Bible reading plan can take you through the whole Bible in a year (see link from Front Page).

6 Reasons why you should attend...

1 Make your Bible study more productive with less time. You will understand more and know where to look to keep it moving at an enjoyable pace.

2 If you believe in God, you have to understand for yourself His purpose for man. Jesus himself said "Have you not read...?"

3 Learn and develop skills which allow you to read the Bible with a better understanding than before. Many people desire to learn but early difficulties discourage and hinder progress.

4 Take advantage of a welcome opportunity to break free from the television. Enjoy time with the family or friends learning about God's Word in a warm, friendly and relaxed environment.

5 On completion of the course, use your new knowledge to enjoy Bible discussions more with your friends, and have a different perspective on world politics and events.

6 Everyone attending receives extensive free materials including a bound Workbook containing all the course material. In this way you can review material at your own pace, between classes.

We promise that... You will never be asked for money, to purchase materials, or to make donations of any kind. No one will ever call you on the telephone or call on you in person. You will be under no obligation. No one will attempt to "convert", "save" or pressure you. You can leave the course at any time with no strings attached.

Although we have no plans at present to repeat the course, it is possible to do it at home as a "Distance Learning Course". Apply to: CALS, PO Box 10817, Birmingham B27 6ZR or send an email to: colin.jannaway@tiscali.co.uk

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Last revised: November 2011