About the Book
Learn the basics of inductive Bible study in a few minutes, gain valuable skills for a lifetime.
Knowable Word offers a foundation on why and how to study the Bible. Using a running study of the first chapter of Genesis, this Revised and Expanded second edition illustrates how to Observe, Interpret, and Apply the Scripture-and gives the vision behind each step. It also shows how to read each Bible passage in light of salvation history. But besides being just a how-to on Bible study, it fuels the desire to learn and grow through studying the Scriptures.
Building on the foundation of the first edition of Knowable Word, released in 2014, this new edition offers further help on following an author's argument, identifying the weightiest segment of a passage, and thereby discovering the main points more clearly. In addition, new material has been added on the topics of literary form, structure, and context. This book will appeal to beginners, mature Christians who want to improve their Bible study skills, and leaders who long not only to teach but to equip.
And don't miss Peter Krol's companion volume: Sowable Word: Helping Ordinary People Learn to Lead Bible Studies
The first edition of Knowable Word was rated 4.4 of 5 stars on Amazon, with more than 50 verified reviews, including these comments:
"Why wasn't this book around when I was 20? I am a student of Scripture and have read several books about how to study Scripture. They were all okay, but lacking. Some were too technical and opaque, others were like Bible study lite. Others attempted to be simple, but weren't clear. This book is simple, clear, and even better helpful! Very helpful. You can download study sheets from their website to help you as you study the Bible. Obviously you will use sheets less as you understand how to study better, which is the point. I cannot say enough good things about the riches to be found here. Do by all means obtain this book and mine its wealth. The effort will reward you."
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"So helpful in understanding better how to observe, interpret, and apply the truths of the Bible. I led a book study of this book and lifelong Christians were amazed at how they were incorrect in interpreting scripture."
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"I can definitely relate to the author in this book. He has simply put his directions, suggestions, and advice in a way that novices of scripture can understand. Definitely recommend as a good read for pastors amd teachers."
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"This book is a very useful tool. It is helpful to both the Bible scholar and someone who has never studied the Bible before. Even my grade school children have been learning and can comprehend how to use these very same Bible study techniques."
Editorial Review Excerpts
"I look forward to using this book to improve my own Bible study."
-Jerry Bridges, author and speaker"
Peter Krol's book demystifies the process of reading God's Word and in so doing enfranchises the people of God."
-Dr. Tim Chester, The Porterbrook Network"
Here is an excellent practical guide to interpreting the Bible."
-Vern Poythress, Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Westminster Theological Seminary
"This book does a splendid job of employing the practice of 'learning by doing.'"-Leland Ryken, Emeritus Professor of English at Wheaton College and author of How to Read the Bible as Literature
About the Author :
Peter Krol has taught the Bible since 1996 both as a collegiate missionary and as an elder in both Presbyterian and Independent churches, and serves as President of DiscipleMakers (www.dm.org), a growing campus ministry of more than 20 chapters in Pennsylvania. He has spent decades studying and teaching the Scriptures-and instructing others how to do the same-all while constantly refining and improving his methods and techniques. Knowable Word and Sowable Word are the distillation of all his years of work in these vital areas. With each new year, he reads nothing but the Bible until he finishes the Bible - not because it makes God any happier with him, but because it makes him happier with God in Christ. Tedd Tripp is the president of Shepherding the Heart Ministries. Tedd has developed and teaches materials that encourage the people of God to understand gospel hope for the ways that human beings are pushed and pulled by the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Tedd is known around the world for the best-selling child-rearing book, Shepherding a Child's Heart, and as the presenter of Shepherding a Child's Heart Ministries.Tedd Tripp is Pastor Emeritus of Grace Fellowship Church in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, where he served from 1980 until 2012. Tedd was married to his wife, Margy, in 1968; they are parents of three adult children and nine grandchildren. Tedd is the author of A Parent's Handbook for Shepherding a Child's Heart, Hints for Parents, and with his wife, Margy, Instructing a Child's Heart. Dr. Tripp is a graduate of Geneva College, B.A., Philadelphia Theological Seminary, M. Div., Westminster Theological Seminary, D. Min.
Review :
"Peter Krol has done us a great service by writing the book Knowable Word. It is valuable for those who have never done in-depth Bible study and a good review for those who have. I look forward to using this book to improve my own Bible study."
-Jerry Bridges, author and speaker
"At the heart of Knowable Word is a glorious and crucial conviction: that understanding the Bible is not the preserve of a few, but the privilege and joy of all God's people. Peter Krol's book demystifies the process of reading God's Word and in so doing enfranchises the people of God."
-Dr. Tim Chester, The Porterbrook Network
"Here is an excellent practical guide to interpreting the Bible. Krol has thought through, tested, and illustrated in a clear, accessible way basic steps in interpreting the Bible, and made everything available in a way that will encourage ordinary people to deepen their own study."
-Vern Poythress, Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Westminster Theological Seminary
"This book does a splendid job of employing the practice of 'learning by doing.'"
-Leland Ryken, Emeritus Professor of English at Wheaton College and author of How to Read the Bible as Literature
"Not just new believers, but anyone who wants to think about Scripture will find much here that strengthens their ability to read, study, understand, and apply the biblical text. Illuminating illustrations, helpful examples, and good exercises make this a good, solid tool"
-Frederic Clarke Putnam, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biblical Studies, The Templeton Honors College at Eastern University (St. Davids, PA).
"Knowable Word does a tremendous service. It gives us tools to dig into the Bible that go far beyond the most common light and superficial methods. This book is biblically rooted, theologically rich, time-tested, and extremely applicable."
-Stephen Lutz, pastor and author of King of the Campus and College Ministry in a Post-Christian Culture
