Lesson 2 | Observe Carefully
Review
Take time to carefully observe (and record) all that you can discover in the text.
What’s at Stake
Gain: A heart full of joy
Loss: Boredom with God’s word
Study Skill
Developing your observation skills:
- Begin with what draws your attention
- Expand your vision to the surrounding details
- Record your observations
- Don’t be afraid to state the obvious
- Be descriptive; don’t merely restate the text
- Be patient and persevere
Also, recognize the difference between observations, interpretations, and applications.
Markup Lens
- Highlight 1–3 terms or phrases that capture your attention, each with a different color
- Add labels to the key for each color
- Use the thin highlighter with matching colors to highlight related details
- Use dot notes to record descriptive observations
Remember also to maintain the particular point of focus for this lens (Attention Getters), and to come to familiar passages with fresh eyes, looking for something new.
