Scripture LensGuided Bible studies
Begin with the passage and a focused question.
Each guide brings together literary context, observable wording, selected original-language terms, and connected passages. The full reader provides additional translations, cross-references, notes, and study tools.
How to study Hebrew and Greek Bible words
Learn a practical Bible word-study method: read the context, compare translations, identify a Hebrew or Greek term, and check how the author uses it.
Read study (opens in a new tab)Psalm 23 and John 10How to use Bible cross-references in context
Use Bible cross-references to compare quotations, themes, events, and contrasts while checking the context of every connected passage.
Read study (opens in a new tab)John 1:1–3What does Logos mean in John 1:1?
Read John’s opening claim in its Genesis setting and examine the Greek terms that distinguish the eternal Word from everything that came into being.
Read study (opens in a new tab)Genesis 1:1What does Genesis 1:1 establish?
Examine the Hebrew wording of Genesis 1:1 and the foundational distinction it makes between the Creator and the created heavens and earth.
Read study (opens in a new tab)Psalm 23What does “the LORD is my shepherd” mean?
Follow Psalm 23’s movement from shepherd imagery to royal hospitality and see how its central confidence rests on the LORD’s presence.
Read study (opens in a new tab)John 3:14–21What does John 3:16 say about God’s love?
Place John 3:16 inside Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus and trace how divine love is demonstrated in the giving of the unique Son.
Read study (opens in a new tab)Romans 8:18–39What does Romans 8:28 promise?
Read Romans 8:28 within a chapter about suffering, hope, prayer, God’s purpose, and the security of those who are in Christ.
Read study (opens in a new tab)Acts 17:10–12What made the Bereans noble-minded?
Study Acts 17:11 as a pattern of eager listening joined to daily examination of Scripture.
Read study (opens in a new tab)Isaiah 52:13–53:12How does Isaiah 53 describe the servant’s suffering?
Follow the fourth servant song from Isaiah 52:13 through 53:12 and observe its reversals, representative suffering, and promised vindication.
Read study (opens in a new tab)Matthew 5:1–12What are the Beatitudes promising?
Read Matthew 5:1–12 as the opening portrait of life under God’s reign and notice the present and future dimensions of Jesus’ blessings.
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