Beth-Birei: Learn to read the Bible effectively

A series of seminars which have proved popular in both the U.K. and abroad.

If you find reading the Bible difficult or frustrating at times, then this seminar is for you. A series of concise and informative sessions are delivered in a friendly, comfortable environment. They are aimed at equipping you with the skills and determination to understand Scriptural doctrines for yourself and benefit from a new appreciation of the Bible. Whether you are familiar with the Bible or are new to reading it, you will walk away with loads of information and new energy to begin reading more effectively.

Here's what you will learn:

Who wrote the Bible - where did it come from?
How to remove the "mystery" which many religions cast about the Bible
How to use cross-references
How to learn more in less time with effective study tools
How to get past the sometimes difficult language used in the Bible
An overview of each book of the Bible in a concise easy to understand manner
History and chronology (the order of events) in the Bible
3 tips to letting the Bible interpret the Bible
How to read carefully (e.g. Adam and Eve didn't eat an apple!)
How to overcome boredom when reading
Prove for yourself that the Bible is not a work of fiction
When an understanding of Greek and Hebrew can help and why it isn't essential to Bible understanding
What does the title "Christ" mean (and loads of other definitions to make Bible reading easier)
How science is reconciled with the scriptures
What happens at death?
Why quoting a single scripture is dangerous (how to keep passages in context)
Who are the Jews? Why are they so important in the Bible?
Why the Bible is intentionally hard to understand in parts and how it can be simplified
How did so many interpretations of the Bible develop?
Why are there four gospel accounts?
When and how to gain an understanding of the book of Revelation
Why does God allow so much suffering and wickedness?
What are the differences between Bible versions?
Why is there an Old Testament and a New Testament?
How the Bible deals with the age old question: Is man good or evil?
How to use a concordance and a lexicon
A simple Bible reading plan to get you through the whole Bible in a year

8 Reasons why you should attend

No obligation. No one will attempt to "convert" or "save" you.
FREE. You will never be asked for money, to purchase materials or to make donations of any kind (and we mean never!).
Make your Bible study more productive with less time. You will understand more and know where to look to keep it moving at an enjoyable pace.
If you claim to believe in God, you are obligated to understand for yourself his pirposes for man. Jesus himself said "Have ye not read...?"
No one will ever call you on the phone or in person unless you ask them to.
Take advantage of an opportunity to break free from the television. Enjoy time with the family, spouse, or friend learning about God in a friendly and relaxed envirionment.
If you cannot attend every evening, you will be given handouts to cover evenings missed.
Learn and fine-tune skills which will allow you to read the Bible with a better understanding than before. Many people desire to learn, but initial frustration discourages and hinders progress.

Learn to Read the Bible Effectively

Here's what you will learn:

8 Reasons why you should attend