The believer in the Lord Jesus Christ is uniquely privileged in this Dispensation—the Church Age. Not only has he immediate access into the presence of God's throne of grace (Heb. 4:16), but he also has available to him the completed Canon of Scripture—the revealed mind of Christ (1 Cor. 2:16).

And if this were not sufficient, God added the permanent indwelling presence and ministry of a personal Tutor, none other than God the Holy Spirit, the Divine Author of the Scriptures (1 Pet. 1:21). It is He who leads us into all Truth (John 14:26; 16:14) and gives us spiritual discernment that we might know the things that are freely given to us (1 Cor. 2:9-12).

Yet, sad to say, Christians rarely become spiritually self-sustaining because all their life they are dependent on others to prepare for them their spiritual sustenance! They were never taught HOW TO STUDY for themselves! Consequently, they lack purpose, incentive, know-how and methodology. They approach personal Bible study in a hit-and-miss manner and become easily discouraged. Soon they will go back to mere Scripture reading, when they could benefit more from SEARCHING THE SCRIPTURES on a personal and daily basis. The Bereans did the latter, and they were commended for it (Acts 17:11)!

This Series of Lessons was prepared to show interested Christians how they may become students of the Word. The principles set forth are simple, proven and workable. They present practical guidelines for personal Bible study but are by no means exhaustive.

Properly applied by the earnest Spirit-filled believer, these principles should open up a new vista of spiritual perception, giving the student deeper insight into the truths of the Word and a greater love and appreciation for the God of the Scriptures.

To aid in applying these principles in personal study, a Practice Exercise Sheet with assignments is presented with each lesson. Answers to worksheets are furnished.

It is our earnest prayer that once daily Bible study habits are established, each student will make rapid strides toward growth in grace and knowledge of his Savior (2 Pet. 3:18), ultimately reaching spiritual maturity!