Thematic Bible Study Plan

Theme 1: Faith

Week 1: Definition and Importance of Faith

  1. Hebrews 11: The Hall of Faith
  2. Romans 4: Abraham’s Faith
  3. James 2:14-26: Faith and Works

Week 2: Examples of Faith in the Old Testament 4. Genesis 12:1-9: The Call of Abram

  1. Exodus 14: Crossing the Red Sea
  2. 1 Samuel 17: David and Goliath
  3. Daniel 3: The Fiery Furnace

Week 3: Faith in the Teachings of Jesus 8. Matthew 8:5-13: The Faith of the Centurion

  1. Mark 5:21-43: Healing of Jairus’ Daughter and the Woman with a Hemorrhage
  2. Luke 17:5-10: Faith and Duty
  3. John 20:24-31: Doubting Thomas

Week 4: Living Out Faith in the New Testament 12. Galatians 2:15-21: Justified by Faith

  1. Ephesians 2:1-10: Saved by Grace Through Faith
  2. Philippians 3:7-11: Righteousness Through Faith
  3. 1 Peter 1:3-9: The Living Hope

Theme 2: Love

Week 1: God’s Love for Us

  1. 1 John 4:7-21: God is Love
  2. Romans 5:1-11: God’s Love Demonstrated
  3. John 3:16-21: For God So Loved the World

Week 2: Our Love for God 4. Deuteronomy 6:1-9: The Great Commandment

  1. Psalm 42: Longing for God
  2. John 14:15-24: If You Love Me, Keep My Commands

Week 3: Love for Others 7. 1 Corinthians 13: The Love Chapter

  1. Matthew 22:34-40: The Greatest Commandments
  2. Luke 10:25-37: The Good Samaritan
  3. Galatians 5:13-26: Fruit of the Spirit

Week 4: Challenges to Loving Others 11. Matthew 5:43-48: Love Your Enemies

  1. Romans 12:9-21: Love in Action
  2. 1 John 3:11-24: Love One Another
  3. Colossians 3:12-17: Clothe Yourselves with Love

Theme 3: Grace

Week 1: Understanding Grace

  1. Ephesians 2:1-10: Saved by Grace
  2. Romans 3:21-31: Justified by Grace
  3. Titus 2:11-14: The Grace of God

Week 2: Grace in the Old Testament 4. Genesis 6-9: Noah and the Flood

  1. Exodus 34:1-10: The Lord, Gracious and Compassionate
  2. Psalm 103: The Lord’s Compassion

Week 3: Grace in the Teachings of Jesus 7. Matthew 20:1-16: The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard

  1. Luke 15:11-32: The Prodigal Son
  2. John 8:1-11: The Woman Caught in Adultery

Week 4: Living Out Grace 10. 2 Corinthians 12:1-10: My Grace is Sufficient

  1. Galatians 5:1-15: Freedom in Christ
  2. Colossians 3:1-17: Living as Those Made Alive in Christ
  3. 2 Peter 1:2-11: Growing in Grace

Theme 4: Justice

Week 1: God’s Justice

  1. Deuteronomy 32:1-4: The God of Justice
  2. Psalm 82: Defend the Weak and the Fatherless
  3. Isaiah 61: The Year of the Lord’s Favor

Week 2: Justice in the Law and Prophets 4. Exodus 23:1-9: Laws of Justice and Mercy

  1. Micah 6:1-8: Act Justly, Love Mercy
  2. Amos 5:18-24: Let Justice Roll

Week 3: Justice in the Teachings of Jesus 7. Matthew 25:31-46: The Sheep and the Goats

  1. Luke 4:14-21: Jesus Announces His Mission
  2. Matthew 5:1-12: The Beatitudes

Week 4: Justice in the Early Church 10. Acts 6:1-7: Choosing the Seven

  1. James 2:1-13: Favoritism Forbidden
  2. 1 John 3:16-18: Love in Action
  3. Romans 12:9-21: Love in Action

Tips for Thematic Study

  • Prayer: Begin each study session with prayer for understanding and application.
  • Reflection: Journal your thoughts and insights on each passage.
  • Discussion: Discuss your findings with a study group or mentor.
  • Application: Consider how each theme applies to your life and how you can live out these biblical principles.

This thematic study plan helps to explore and understand the depth of major biblical themes, enhancing your knowledge and application of Scripture in daily life.