Reading the Bible can be done individually, in worship, or in groups. But there are additional ways of reading scripture. We read for information, when we read for study. We read for spiritual formation when we read for devotion. The conversation in this final episode explores some examples of how to read in these ways. Keep in mind, though, that these are only a few of the many ways to experience scripture through reading.

Previous episodes have covered multiple topics about the Bible and aspects of its over 3000-year journey. This episode turns to the personal. Each of our panelists will share about he values and appreciates about the Bible.

Personal reading, and study, of scripture is valuable and important. Equally important is reading and discussing scripture together with others, including others who have different experiences, worldviews, and cultural backgrounds. This is the topic for this our 4th episode in the series Talking About the Bible.

Books mentioned in the podcast

Misreading Scripture with Western Eyes: Removing Cultural Blinders to Better Understand the Bible, by E. Randolph Richards and Brandon J. O’Brien

Honor, Patronage, Kinship & Purity: Unlocking New Testament Culture, by David A. deSilva

Texts of Terror: Literary-Feminist Readings of Biblical Narratives, by Phyllis Trible and Gayle A. Yee

Unexpected News: Reading the Bible with Third World Eyes, by Robert McAfee Brown

Reading the Bible with the Damned, by Bob Ekblad