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How To Study The Bible
How to Study the Bible is a faith-centered series by author Dr. Mark Frisius that focuses on the vital task of passing faith to the children entrusted to our care. At the heart of this mission is the Bible—God’s Word—as the foundation. However, this series invites us to move beyond simply reading the text and encourages a deeper appreciation and understanding of the Biblical message. Through practical methods and diverse approaches to studying Scripture, Frisius equips families with the tools they need to engage meaningfully with the Bible and foster spiritual growth in the next generation.
OUR GOALs THROUGH THIS SERIES
Distinguish between reading and studying the Bible
Discover a method for understanding passages of the Bible
Become familiar with resources for studying the Bible
Commit to improving the understanding of the Bible.
Meet the Author
DR. Mark Frisius
Dr. Frisius teaches in the School of Theology & Philosophy at Olivet. An expert in the development of Latin theology, he is particularly interested in the development of Biblical exegesis in the Patristic period. He teaches courses that introduce the New Testament and that deal with the Patristic era of church history.
His book, Tertullian’s Use of the Pastoral Epistles, Hebrews, James, 1 and 2 Peter, and Jude, was published by Peter Lang Press in 2010.
He and his wife, Ellen, have two sons, Eli and Caleb. They are also avid joggers and enjoy being outside, especially on nice days. A huge sports fan, he cheers for the Chicago Bears and the Portland Trail Blazers.