Have you ever felt like traditional scripture study methods don’t work for you? Maybe you struggle to stay focused, feel overwhelmed by how much there is to study, or wonder if you’re doing enough. The truth is, it’s not that you aren’t smart enough to study the scriptures — it’s that you haven’t found the study method that fits your unique intelligence.
Understanding your learning style can change everything about how you approach scripture study. Let’s explore how recognizing the different ways you are smart can help you create a scripture study routine that brings peace, joy, and a stronger connection with God.
Being “scripture smart” means understanding how you naturally learn and applying that to your study of God’s word. Psychologist Howard Gardner identified eight different types of intelligence, also known as multiple intelligences (or learning styles). These aren’t limited to academic skills. They include practical, creative, emotional, and spiritual ways of interacting with the world.
When you discover which of these intelligences resonate with you, you can adapt your scripture study to align with your strengths. Let’s break down each type of intelligence and how it can help you become scripture smart.
Do you feel energized by connecting with others? If you are people smart, you learn best through conversation and collaboration. For scripture study, you might:
Tip: Try hosting a weekly scripture study group or finding an online community to share your thoughts.
If you are someone who enjoys reflection and introspection, you are likely self smart. You learn best through quiet moments of deep thinking. For scripture study, you might:
Tip: Carve out quiet, uninterrupted time for personal scripture study and reflection.
If you learn best through movement and hands-on activities, you are likely body smart. For scripture study, you might:
Tip: Try using hands-on activities to make scripture study more interactive.
If you love to read, write, or express yourself through words, you are likely word smart. For scripture study, you might:
Tip: Try starting a scripture journal or writing your own prayers based on the verses you study.
If you love problem-solving and finding patterns, you are likely logic smart. For scripture study, you might:
Tip: Try mapping out the genealogy of biblical figures or creating a timeline of key events.
Does music move you spiritually? If you are music smart, you learn best through rhythms and melodies. For scripture study, you might:
Tip: Start your study time with a hymn that sets the tone for what you’re about to read.
Do you feel closest to God when you are outside? If you are nature smart, you learn best when connected to creation. For scripture study, you might:
Tip: Try a nature walk where you reflect on a scripture theme, like faith or hope.
Do you think in pictures? If you are picture smart, you might:
Tip: Try creating a scripture study vision board or drawing scenes from the scriptures.
Once you identify your strengths, adapt your scripture study routine to fit your learning style. Here’s how:
Understanding your learning style can help you:
Remember, God made you unique. Embrace the way He created you to learn, and watch your connection to Him grow stronger.
You don’t have to follow a one-size-fits-all approach to scripture study. By discovering how you are smart, you can create a study plan that fits your personality and helps you feel closer to God.
So, which type of smart are you? Start exploring your unique way of studying the scriptures and watch your spiritual journey flourish.
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