1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 How do we actually read the Bible better? In this episode of Teaology, Maya Wilson sits down with Bible scholar and teacher Hakeem Bradley to talk about how to study the Bible, biblical context, reading Scripture in community, and understanding the Bible as one interconnected story. Many Christians have been taught to approach Scripture one verse at a time—but what happens when we step back and pay attention to the historical context, literary context, recurring themes, patterns, and larger story of the Bible? Hakeem explains why understanding the Bible doesn't require becoming a biblical scholar, why verses make more sense when we understand the stories they belong to, and why Scripture was never meant to be read as an isolated collection of inspirational quotes. We also talk about studying the Bible with other people, recovering a sense of wonder when reading Scripture, and what biblical knowledge is supposed to produce in us. Because the goal of studying Scripture isn't simply to know more information—it's to become people who love God and love our neighbors more deeply. In this episode: • How to read the Bible better • How to study the Bible in context • Understanding historical and cultural context • Why reading individual Bible verses can be limiting • Reading the Bible as one larger story • Biblical patterns and themes • Why Scripture should be read in community • How to study the Bible without being a scholar • Moving from biblical knowledge to spiritual formation • Recovering wonder when reading Scripture If you've ever wondered whether you're actually understanding the Bible—or simply reading the verses you've always been taught to read—this conversation is for you. Follow Hakeem here. Find more about his nonprofit here : Sacred Patterns Our culture is constantly changing around us. A new story, new song, or new idea is being tweeted, posted or published every other minute. As the world changes rapidly around us, how do we respond? How do we stay rooted in our faith amidst a myriad of conversations? How do we stay grounded in truth when so much in the media is manipulated? How do we talk about our beliefs in a culture that may not feel the same way?&amp;nbsp; Conversations about faith and culture meet right here on Teaology, the podcast. Teaology is all about communities coming together through conversation. We find common ground when we communicate well.&amp;nbsp; Credits Written, Edited and Produced by Maya Wilson Theme Song: On My Vegan by JXXIII, produced by Kahlil Franklin Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved Find Maya's poetry&amp;nbsp;here&amp;nbsp; Purchase Maya's Third Poetry Collection,&amp;nbsp;Before I Was Your Mother For more of Maya’s writing, follow her on Substack teaologypod.substack.com Follow the podcast on socials! Instagram: @teaologypodcast Tiktok: @teaologypod 📌Copyright Statement:&amp;nbsp; All the videos, songs, images, and graphics used in the video belong to their respective owners. I or this channel does not claim any right over them. Disclaimer of Copyright Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, “fair use” is permitted for activities like criticism, commentary, education, and research. The term “fair use” refers to the use that the copyright law permits but might otherwise be illegal. Along with this channel, I make no claims to ownership of any of the graphics, images, or music used in this video. The respective copyright holders reserve all rights. Teaology http://teaology.libsyn.com/website <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/43005133/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/43005133