Myles Coverdale [16th century bishop and reformer] suggested these questions be used to help us in a helpful study of God’s Word. This is a paraphrase of what he wrote:
It will greatly help you to understand Scripture, if you note not only what is spoken or written but also:
Of whom is the passage speaking?
To whom is the passage directed?
What specific words does the writer use?
At what time was the passage written?
From where was the passage written?
For what purpose was the passage written?
In what situation was the passage written?
How does the passage fit into what goes before it and what follows it?
Try to form a habit of using these sort of questions, and as you do, you fill find that you increasingly thrill at the marvellous gems of truth that harmonise throughout the entire Bible. You will also be fascinated with the unfolding panorama of prophecy contained in God’s revelation, some of which have already been fulfilled and some which await fulfilment.
FOOD FOR FAITH - questions to ask of the Bible as you read it.
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