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Free Resources For You
Check out these resources - made with you in mind as you uncover the JOY that comes from studying the Bible.
WHAT IS THE BIBLE?
Get an introduction to the Bible - what it is, how we got it, and what purpose it serves.
USING A STUDY BIBLE
Learn what a study Bible is and how to use one to better make sense of the Bible.
HOW TO CHOOSE A BIBLE TRANSLATION
Understand different Bible translations, why we have them, and advantages of each version.
WHY TRUST THE BIBLE
COMING SOON! Get answers to questions around the reliability of the Bible
LAYOUT OF THE BIBLE
Understand how the Bible is organized and connect the Table of Contents to the story of the Bible.
THE BIBLE'S UNIFIED STORY
See how the unified story of the Bible unfolds from Genesis to Revelation.
CONNECTING THE OLD & NEW TESTAMENT
See how the Old Testament story is ultimately fulfilled through Jesus in the New Testament.
CHRONLOGICAL ORDER OF THE BIBLE
See the books of the Old and New Testament ordered chronologically.
HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE
Leverage the CHARA Bible Study Guide to learn how to study the Bible and to use as a guide in any Bible study.
AUTHORS OF THE BIBLE
Get to know the main authors of the 66 books of the Old and New Testament.
UNDERSTANDING LITERARY STYLES
Learn about the 9 distinct writing styles in the Bible.
PARABLES OF THE BIBLE
Access a list of parables spoken by Jesus in the Bible.
BEGINNERS'S GUIDE TO BIBLE STUDY
Top tips to getting started on your Bible study journey.
CHARA VIDEOS & PODCASTS
Real conversations around what you can experience as you engage the Bible.
BIBLE STUDY LEADER GUIDE
Access multiple articles that detail how to start, host and lead a Bible study
CHARA FOR KIDS
Learn how to engage your kids in the Bible with 5 simple steps.