In this session we will focus on learning about the application tool. Now that we have read the scripture to find out what is said and what it meant, we now want to find out what it means for us today. This is the goal of studying the Word of God – to apply the timeless message of the Bible to our lives.
An application is putting to use skills or lessons learned from studying or experiences in real-life situations. It is used to demonstrate that something we are learning is relevant to our lives.
Before applying the passage directly to us today, it must first be considered how it was applied to the first audience. Once we understand the key principle for them, we can apply the principle today.
Use the Application Tool on a Bible passage to help understand “What does it mean for us today?”