Reading the Bible should be approached differently than reading any other book. Theologians suggest beginning your Bible study with a prayer to open your heart to God’s Word and ending with another asking God to allow what you read to impact the way you live. They also suggest not rushing through the passages, but taking the time to prayerfully meditate on the words you are reading to understand how they relate to our time and your life. Finally, you don’t need to read the Bible alone. Join a Catholic Bible study group in your parish or community, find an app you like to read along with friends, or even take a quiz through the USCCB site for a playful twist on learning.