What is the proper way to read the Bible?

The books in the Bible were arranged according to the type of book it is. But this does not mean we have to read it in that order. There is no right or wrong order or way to read the Bible, it is a personal choice.
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What is the best way to read the Bible and understand it?

The first step to understanding the Bible is to read it in light of its surrounding context. If you're stuck on the meaning of a single verse, read the entire paragraph that surrounds it. Then, read the entire chapter that it's in. Even better than that, read the entire book of the Bible to give you its bigger context.
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How should I read the Bible for the first time?

The best order to read the Bible is to start with the books that give an overview of the main themes and storyline. This order should also include a sampling of every type of book in the Bible.
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What book of the Bible should I read to get closer to God?

If you are looking for encouragement, light in times of darkness, promises of God's protection, or assurance of God's presence, Psalms is the right book for you. Genesis, the first book of the Bible, is one of the most famous.
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Which book in the Bible should I read first?

Book of Genesis,

The first book of the Bible is a great place to start reading the Bible!
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How do new Christians read the Bible?

How to Read the Bible: 5 Tips for New Christians
  1. Start with one verse wonders. Romans 3:23 is often quoted when the decision is being made to come to Christ. ...
  2. Begin a project of reading a gospel and let it start with Luke. ...
  3. Confess along with Peter. ...
  4. Reflect on What's Real. ...
  5. Stand on the shoulders of giants.
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What do you say at the end of a Bible reading?

How do I end a reading? If you are speaking in terms of Catholicism, you end a reading with "The Word of the Lord," and the Gospels are finished with "The Gospel of the Lord." To readings, the response is "Thanks be to God," while the response to Gospels is "Praise to You Lord Jesus Christ."
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Is being cremated a sin?

A: In the Bible, cremation is not labeled a sinful practice. Frankly, the topic is not dealt with at all in terms of the detailed lists of instructions for living and dying set forth by almighty God in the Old and New testaments. The short answer to your question appears to be no, cremation is not a sin.
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What should I pray before reading the Bible?

Lord, as I read Your word, please help me to know, love, and understand You better.
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How do you pray after reading the Bible?

It can be helpful to pray a closing prayer after reading the Bible when we read it by ourselves or with others in a Bible study. We want to know and understand God's Word and know how to apply it to our lives; we, therefore, can ask the Holy Spirit to enlighten us and help us to apply God's Word in our lives.
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What chapter of the Bible should I start with?

Where should You Read in the Bible? I think starting in the Gospel of John for anyone who hasn't read the Bible before is a great place the start. Probably the best place. Next, I would encourage you to read through the rest of the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke).
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What happens if you read the Bible?

Reading the Bible on a regular and consistent basis has several benefits. First, the Bible shows us God's character and provides us God's revelation of himself to his people. In each section of the Bible, we see God's holy, unchanging, faithful, gracious and loving character.
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Who Wrote the Bible?

Even after nearly 2,000 years of its existence, and centuries of investigation by biblical scholars, we still don't know with certainty who wrote its various texts, when they were written or under what circumstances.
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