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Notes on the way

Field guides on studying Scripture well — methods, habits, and the craft of asking better questions.

• June 23, 2026 · 10 min read

  How to Use Cross-References in the Bible

  Learn how to use cross-references in the Bible: what the margin letters mean, whether they're inspired, and a simple method worked through John 3:14-15.

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• June 14, 2026 · 10 min read

  Verse Mapping: A Step-by-Step Method (Romans 8:28)

  Learn verse mapping in 7 steps with a worked example on Romans 8:28 — a real, repeatable Bible-study method you can do on one verse this week.

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• June 12, 2026 · 10 min read

  How to Lead a Small Group Bible Study (First-Time Guide)

  Learn how to lead a small group Bible study: prepare a passage, write discussion questions that work, handle silence, and guide your first meeting well.

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• June 11, 2026 · 9 min read

  Bible Study Methods for Beginners: One Passage, Six Ways

  Six proven Bible study methods for beginners — SOAP, inductive, verse mapping, and more — each shown on the same passage, plus how to choose yours.

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