Isn’t it satisfying to receive precious truths from God’s Word? It’s like eating a meal that’s tasty and nutritious! In fact, finding these truths from God’s Word is a lot like cooking. It’s a process that takes a bit of know-how, time, and practice. But it’s altogether thrilling and satisfying! Insight for Living Ministries wants to help you in your journey of becoming your own biblical chef. We create Searching the Scriptures Bible studies, like spiritual recipes, to accompany Pastor Chuck Swindoll’s sermon series and guide you through the Bible passages he addresses in each sermon.

These studies build upon the Bible-study principles Chuck teaches in his book, Searching the Scriptures: Find the Nourishment Your Soul Needs. Check out this article for a summary of the method and consult this article to learn about basic Bible-study tools. Each STS Bible study introduces the passage, leads you in prayer, and then prompts you to:

  1. observe the passage to see what the author wrote
  2. interpret the passage to understand what the author meant
  3. correlate the passage with other passages to enhance understanding
  4. apply the passage to live out God’s truth in practical ways

These downloadable PDFs enable you to type your answers directly into the document or you can print them if you prefer pen in hand. Since Searching the Scriptures Bible studies flow from Chuck’s messages, you can listen along in your study. Grow in your understanding of God’s Word and deepen your walk with Christ.

Current Series

STS Bible Studies for Current Series

The STS Bible Studies for Tough Grace in Difficult Places: A Study of the Book of Titus series are now available.  

 

Our Searching the Scriptures Bible studies have a new look! Starting with sermon series broadcasting in 2024, accompanying studies have an improved design that makes them more printer-friendly. Plus, we now offer them as spiral-bound workbooks! Find all available workbooks at insight.org/workbooks.

Current Series
 

NEW TESTAMENT

The King’s Arrival: A Study of Matthew 1–7
24 Studies on Matthew 1–7

The King’s Kingdom: A Study of Matthew 8–13
20 Studies on Matthew 8–13

The King’s Ministry: A Study of Matthew 14–20
21 Studies on Matthew 14–20

The King’s Commission: A Study of Matthew 21–28
21 Studies on Matthew 21–28

Beholding Christ: The Son of God
12 Studies on John 1–5

Following Christ: The Man of God
14 Studies on John 6–14

Exalting Christ: The Lamb of God
16 Studies on John 15–21

Becoming a People of Grace
26 Studies on Ephesians

Laugh Again: Experience Outrageous Joy
14 Studies on Philippians

Jesus Christ, Our All in All: A Study of Colossians
10 Studies on Colossians

Paul’s Swan Song
14 Studies on 2 Timothy

James: Hands-On Christianity
16 Studies on James

Hope Again: When Life Hurts and Dreams Fade
17 Studies on 1 Peter

Conquering through Conflict
10 Studies on 2 Peter

Living Right in a Wrong World
16 Studies on 1 John

Revelation—Unveiling the End, Act 1: The Heavenly Stage
12 Studies on Revelation 1–5

Revelation—Unveiling the End, Act 2: The Earthly Drama
13 Studies on Revelation 6–13

Revelation—Unveiling the End, Act 3: The Final Curtain
15 Studies on Revelation 14–22

OLD TESTAMENT

Changing Wanderers into Worshipers
16 Studies on Exodus–Joshua

Hand Me Another Brick
16 Studies on Nehemiah

Jonah: The Reluctant Prophet
9 Studies on Jonah

Moving Ahead Together with a Winning Mindset
9 Studies on Joshua

Lamentations: Jeremiah’s Journal of Woe
8 Studies on Lamentations

BIOGRAPHY

Abraham: One Nomad’s Amazing Adventure of Faith
22 Studies on the Life of Abraham

David: A Man of Passion and Destiny
24 Studies on the Life of David

Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity
12 Studies on the Life of Esther

Jesus: The Greatest Life of All
20 Studies on the Life of Jesus

Solomon: Lessons from a Fallen King
6 Studies on the Life of Solomon

TOPICAL

Biblical Parenting
12 Studies on Parenting

Clinging to Hope
12 Studies on Hope

Cultivating a Dynamic Ministry
2 Studies on the Church

Epochal Events Nobody Expected
4 Studies on Bible Characters

Finding Healing through Forgiveness
2 Studies on Forgiveness

Flying Closer to the Flame
14 Studies on the Holy Spirit

God’s Providence and Sovereignty
2 Studies on Providence and Sovereignty

Growing Deep in the Christian Life
22 Studies on Christian Doctrines

Hilarious Generosity
5 Studies on Stewardship

His Name Is Wonderful
12 Studies on the Names of Jesus

How Great Is Our God!
12 Studies on Theology of God

Living by Grace
7 Studies on Grace from Romans

Loving One Another
2 Studies on Romans 12

Marriage: From Surviving to Thriving
8 Studies on Marriage

Mission Possible: Christ’s Great Commission
4 Studies on Christian Mission

Restoring Your Family’s Foundation
7 Studies on the Family

The Fruit of the Spirit
9 Studies on the Fruit of the Spirit

Searching the Scriptures: Find the Nourishment Your Soul Needs
8 Studies on How to Study the Bible

The Church Awakening: An Urgent Call for Renewal
9 Studies on the Church

The Grace Awakening
16 Studies on Grace

The Great Commission
7 Studies on Christian Mission

The Greatest Words
4 Studies on God’s Comfort

Things to Stop and Start
9 Studies on Biblical Wisdom

Walking with Integrity in Times of Adversity
12 Studies on Bible Characters

What If . . . ?
12 Studies on Adversity

Wise Counsel for Troubled Times
13 Studies on Bible Characters

HOLIDAY

A Great Savior, A Humble Servant
2 Studies for Easter

A Living Hope
2 Studies for Easter

As Dawn Arrived . . . He Arose
1 Study on Easter

Compelled by the Cross
6 Studies for Easter

God Knows What He’s About
5 Studies for Christmas and the New Year

Guilt, Grace, and Gratitude
2 Studies for Thanksgiving

Holiday Messages 2020
6 Studies on Christmas and the New Year

Jesus: The Indescribable Gift
12 Studies for Advent

Miracle Announced from a Tomb: “He Is Risen!”
1 Study for Easter

No Morning Was Ever Brighter
1 Study on Easter

Pressing on in Faith
2 Studies for the New Year

Resurrection: Hoax or Hope?
1 Study on Easter

Thanking Our God
2 Studies for Thanksgiving

When Angels Spoke
3 Studies on Christmas

SEMINARY CHAPEL

Straight Talk for Seminary Students
6 Studies on Ministry Leadership

The Pros and Cons of Ministry
6 Studies on Ministry Leadership

Things That Enhance Your Years in Seminary
2 Studies on Ministry Leadership

Things That Hinder Your Years in Seminary
3 Studies on Ministry Leadership