Why and How should I read the Bible? - Alpha 6

Name a favorite book you read as a child or adult, and why you liked it so much.

1. Has anyone ever tried reading the Bible? How did it go?
2. What do you find difficult, if anything, about reading the Bible?
3. What do you find easy or helpful about reading the Bible?

1. If you've read any part of the Bible, what were your initial thoughts?
2. What do you feel about the statement that the Bible is the “manual for life?”
3. Have you read a modern translation of the Bible? Did you find it easier to understand?
4. Jesus had the opinion that “What the Scriptures said, God said”. Do you share this opinion?
5. What topics does the Bible mention that relates to us today?
6. In Nicky’s talk, he described the Bible as a love letter. Do you see it as a “love letter” or more of a “rule book”?
7. Have you ever had the experience when reading the Bible, that you felt God was saying something specifically to you?
8. Have you ever read anything in the Bible that changed your thoughts or actions?
9. What is your biggest take away from today?