You are mistaken. Biblical interpretation and the implied discipline of hermeneutics that is used to interpret is a very complex ordeal and should not be approached with simple methods/demeanors. Many theologians have made this mistake though the most obvious (but not exclusively) being within the Protestant branch of Christianity.

It is understandable that Martin Luther wanted to make the Bible more personal (as well as the Christian faith itself) to those who felt distanced from any personal and enthusiastic devotion. However, he messed up with his doctrine of “Sola Scriptura.” The meaning of it — all you have to do is clear your mind, to shave from your conscience any preconceptions or predispositions you have of Scripture and naturally the true meaning of the biblical message will come to you. But this is flawed because of people’s intent to interpret differently. Martin Luther read the Bible and believed salvation through faith and faith alone. John Calvin read the Bible and believed in predestination. The many schisms that are a hallmark in the Protestant branch started from the very beginning on that day in 1517 and naturally, it had gotten worse and worse ever since. So, I have to disagree with your take on the Bible. Treat it as something simple and you yourself become simple (like the fundamentalists). Treat with complexity and respect it in that way, taking into account literary styles and the time periods which effect the meaning of writing, and one becomes more enlightened.