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What approach do you currently have to reading the Bible? Whatever your method, taking time to read the Bible is a valuable practice. However, knowing how to read the Bible can give you greater insight into the context and how you can apply it in your life.

In this episode, I'll talk through where to start reading the Bible for beginners, how to study the Bible verse by verse, and Jen Wilkin's 5 Bible study tips. You can find bullet points at jessicahottle.com/howtostudythebibleforbeginners.

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