It is with great pleasure and honor that I personally thank you for obtaining this book. I believe the Word of God (Bible) is the only source for absolute divine authority, and the Holy Spirit's influence in our understanding and applying God's Word in our daily lives is key. The Word of God is totally authoritative and unfailing.During a very long course of years in ministry, I have had occasion to study the Bible and to read commentaries and reviews. I taught in Sunday school, Bible study classes, and in two Bible colleges. I have always been fascinated with teaching the Bible. I came to understand that studying the Word of God is a vital discipline in the life of a Christian. However, it occurs to me that prayer meetings and Bible Study meetings are the least attended program in many local churches. So, I asked myself a question. "What are the reasons why Christians do not dedicate their time and energy to studying God's Word?" I found the answers: First, the lack of fun in learning while studying Bible is one of the factors. Second, the topics are not as challenging and exciting as many may think.This manual is designed to challenge your knowledge and comprehension of the scriptures while you have fun exploring the biblical principles of the Bible. The manual is designed to give you a structure to break up your Bible study into manageable series. Each series will take you a month to complete, but some will take more based on the depth and maturity of your audiences.This manual can also be used as personal devotional book, as it contains the total truth necessary for living. The main aim of this manual is to assist you in studying the Bible and help you build a firm foundation for your faith.This manual also helps you to avoid theological error as we study to prepare ourselves for disciple-making, ministry, and service. 1 Timothy 4:16 admonishes, "Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee."

Reprint of the original, first published in 1871.