What are the best Bible study tools for beginners?

I remember the first time I started to study the Bible seriously. I was still a new-ish Christian. I’d been regularly reading my Bible and beginning to wrap my head around some parts while my confusion around others grew. (Which never changes, I’ve been assured.) But I wanted to go deeper. To learn more about books that made me extra-curious, like Daniel, Jude, and Revelation (because, of course).

I had my Bible. I was ready to go. But it didn’t take long before I realized I was in over my ...