Biblical Literacy: Reading Scripture for Beginners

Do you find the Bible intimidating, vast, or difficult to connect with modern life? This course provides the necessary structural and interpretive tools to approach and understand scripture confidently. By the end of this training, you will move past feeling overwhelmed and develop a clear, systematic method for reading the Bible. You will gain the confidence to analyze various biblical genres and apply their core messages effectively and meaningfully. What you'll learn: * Understand the overall structure and historical context of the Bible, from foundational texts to later writings. * Apply basic interpretive principles to analyze various literary genres, including narrative, poetry, prophecy, and letters. * Learn effective strategies for consistent and sustainable daily reading that yields genuine insights. * Practice methods for contextualizing ancient cultural practices and language for modern relevance. * Analyze key theological themes and overarching narratives that unify the entire scriptural collection. * Configure a personal study approach that aids comprehension and practical application of the text. The course begins by defining core terminology and organizing the biblical canon, then moves into practical reading strategies, genre analysis, and application methods through written exercises. This course is designed for absolute beginners who want to start reading the Bible but feel overwhelmed, and for those who wish to improve their foundational understanding of scripture. No prior religious knowledge is required. Start your journey toward confident biblical literacy today.