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Read the Verse in Its Context

Read around it before deciding how to apply it.

15 minutes to read and practiceFree · Two-page fillable PDF

Companion to Teach a Child to Read a Bible Verse in Its Context.

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Example: Matthew 6:33 is read with verses 25–34. The family distinguishes Jesus’ teaching about worry from a desired sports result.

01Read around the verse

Keep the original wording and surrounding sentences together.

02Identify the setting

Find what the page shows and mark uncertainty.

03Explain the meaning

Keep explanation separate from a modern example.

04Practice and return

Choose a fitting response and keep the text open.

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