How do I study the Bible when it feels boring?

In this episode of Faith & Clarity, Dr. Mark Turman is joined by Faith Womack, founder of Bible Nerd Ministries, for a thoughtful conversation about how we approach Scripture and why it matters. Faith shares how her own experiences with the misuse of the Bible shaped her desire to help others engage God’s word with humility, care, and genuine curiosity.Together, they explore what it looks like to move beyond treating the Bible as a task to be completed and instead encounter it as a living story that forms our faith. Faith offers practical insight into reading Scripture wisely, paying attention to the Bible’s larger story, choosing helpful translations, and balancing personal study with learning in community, inviting listeners to rediscover the joy and depth of knowing God through his word.Topics(00:00): Introduction(01:56) Introducing Faith Womack and Bible Nerd Ministries(05:21) Common mistakes in Bible study(08:10) The importance of hermeneutics(11:32) Should every Christian be a Bible nerd?(17:24) Misuse of Scripture and personal testimony(27:03) Understanding Bible translations(30:55) The role of paraphrased translations(31:28) Using multiple translations for deeper understanding(33:48) The importance of studying the Bible in groups(35:57) The necessity of church in Christian life(39:11) Understanding the story arc of the Bible(43:34) Digital tools for Bible study(46:09) Maintaining humility in Bible study(49:52) Encouragement for new Bible readers(54:12) Favorite Bible books and final thoughtsResourcesAsk Us Anything: [e-mail] has Denison Forum impacted your faith?Walking in His Commands: A Lenten Journey with JesusThe Focus NewsletterWhy are there so many different Bible translations? And which Bible should I read? • Denison ForumWhat are the best tools for studying Scripture? • Denison ForumHow can I study the Bible? • Denison ForumBible Nerd Ministries on YouTubeBible Nerd Ministries on InstagramBible Nerd Ministries on TikTokBible Nerd Ministries WebsiteAbout Faith WomackFaith Womack is the founder of Bible Nerd Ministries and a content creator who aims to inspire Christians to get back into the Word of God. Her courses, including “Bible Study Bootcamp” and “Theology Bootcamp,” have reached thousands, and her Bible study content has reached over 10 million people on TikTok and YouTube. Faith aims to empower Christians not only to understand the Bible but also to enjoy it. Her debut book, No More Boring Bible Study: Why Taking Scripture Seriously Is Easier and More Exciting Than You Think, was released from Zondervan in November 2025.Faith has a B.A. in biblical and theological studies from Covenant College and a M.A.T.S. from Erskine Seminary. When she’s not filming or teaching, Faith spends her time with her family going on hikes, crafting and drinking way too much coffee.About Dr. Mark TurmanMark Turman, DMin, serves as the Executive Director of Denison Forum, where he leads with a passion for equipping believers to navigate today’s complex culture with biblical truth. He is best known as the host of The Denison Forum Podcast and the lead pastor of the Possum Kingdom Chapel, the in-person congregation of Denison Ministries.Dr. Turman is the coauthor of Sacred Sexuality: Reclaiming God’s Design and Who Am I? What the Bible Says About Identity and Why it Matters. He earned his undergraduate degree from Howard Payne University in Brownwood, Texas, and received his Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth. He later completed his Doctor of Ministry at George W. Truett Theological Seminary at Baylor University in Waco.Before joining Denison Forum, Mark served as a pastor for 35 years, including 25 years as the founding pastor of Crosspoint Church in McKinney, Texas.Mark and his high school sweetheart, Judi, married in 1986. They are proud parents of two adult children and grandparents to three grandchildren.About Denison ForumDenison Forum exists to thoughtfully engage the issues of the day from a biblical perspective through The Daily Article email newsletter and podcast, the Faith & Clarity podcast, as well as many books and additional resources.