Personal Study
Regular study and application is needed for knowledge to grow. In fact, without it, our bible knowledge deteriorates. One attribute of a true Christian is his/her hunger and thirst for knowledge. Whether a babe in Christ or a Christian ready for “strong meat”, tools are available online to assist in your study. Simply reading God’s Word is a good way to study each day. A chronological reading schedule is available here (chronological reading schedule). Although chronological Bibles are available, there’s a greater advantage to reading from your own Bible. Using this schedule with your own Bible, you will benefit by becoming more familiar with the word of God, and more comfortable with your Bible as a tool. 5x5" is a series designed by Brother Skip Andrews (Duluth Church of Christ) focusing on the 25 basic bible subjects. This is a series of 5 lessons addressing 5 subjects, and is a good tool to use as a first study. The series is available here ("5x5").
Hopefully these tools will whet your appetite for further study. If so, you will find the following links useful:
The Bible.net– this website offers many hours of audio and video from World Video Bible School covering every book in the Bible as well as many topical studies. The Searching for Truth video series is available from this website, as well as many excellent articles including “Wisdom’s Corner” written for children.International Gospel Hour – this website contains audio for W.E. Skipper’s “One Gospel Minute”, as well as audio and transcripts for Winford Claiborne’s 30 minute Gospel programs.
Truth for the World – this link goes directly to the Bible Correspondence page which includes six courses of study: 1) Introduction, 2) Beginning Bible Studies, 3) Intermediate Bible Studies, 4) Church of the Bible, 5) Advanced Bible Studies, and 6) Old Testament Survey. Follow the “home” link at the bottom of the Correspondence page to find tracts, articles, Facts of Faith study, and frequently asked Bible questions and answers.
Christian Courier – This website is maintained by brother Wayne Jackson and his son Jared, and is an online magazine dedicated to investigating biblical apologetics, religious doctrine, and ethical issues. Brother Jackson says “Our main objective in developing the online edition of the Christian Courier is to create a unique library of information that would strengthen our brethren by supplying quality, biblically-sound materials that were easily accessible. While there are many web sites that offer the basic plan of salvation, and reach out to the lost, our goal has been to remain focused on the second part of the Great Commission – to further the education of Christians.”
Apologetics Press– this website is the online version of The Apologetics Press. Since the late 1970’s Apologetics Press has met the need for scripturally sound and scientifically accurate materials in the subject of apologetics among churches of Christ. Dr. Dave Miller, Kyle Butt, Eric Lyons, and Dr. Brad Harrub all provide materials for this site. In addition to articles and research notes on a myriad of apologetics topics, audio files, correspondence courses at the beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, and a web store are available.