Feeling intimidated by the Bible is completely normal, but it shouldn’t hold you back. A humble approach can open up the Scripture in meaningful ways. Practical tools and resources are discussed to help ease the journey, including a popular podcast and timeline guide. The message is clear: don’t wait for the perfect moment to start reading—begin today!
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Humility Facing the Bible
Feeling intimidated by the Bible is normal and even good as it is bigger than us.
Approaching it with humility and reverence is the proper response to God's word.
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Don't Let Fear Stop You
Do not let fear or intimidation stop you from reading the Bible.
God invites us to know Him and reveals Himself through scripture and tradition.
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Be a Learner in Scripture
Approach the Bible as a learner and pray, "Speak, Lord, your servant is listening."
Avoid reading the Bible demanding proof or answers; instead, listen with humility.
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The Great Adventure Bible Timeline Chart is a visual tool that arranges the key people, places, and events of Sacred Scripture in chronological order. It divides the Bible into twelve time periods, focuses on fourteen narrative books, and traces God's family plan through a series of covenants. The chart is color-coded to make it easy to remember and understand the big picture of the Bible. It also coordinates with other materials from The Great Adventure Catholic Bible Study program and includes world historical events to provide a 'real time' understanding of biblical events[2][4][5].
Feeling intimidated by the Bible? You’re not alone — but that shouldn’t keep you from opening it.
Fr. Mike Schmitz explains why that feeling is normal and even good. He shares how to approach Scripture with humility and curiosity, and offers tools like The Bible in a Year podcast and the Great Adventure Bible Timeline to help you get started. Don’t wait until you feel ready, begin today!
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