For Christians, in addition to being a good opportunity to read the Bible, Bible study is also a spiritual practice. To develop the ideal Bible study, just follow a few simple steps, such as organizing the verses by theme, choosing relevant illustrations, creating a final conclusion, and sharing everything with friends and siblings.
Steps
Method 1 of 2: Getting Ready to Start
Step 1. pray asking God to enlighten him.
Studying the Bible without God's direction is just a waste of time. So pray accordingly: “Dear God, show me whatever I learn from this study. Thanks. Amen.
Step 2. Make a guest list
Invite everyone you can and remember that only a third is expected to attend.
Step 3. Choose the topic of study
It is important that all participants read in advance all the chapters and verses that will be covered during the study. So don't forget to let them know.
Step 4. Gather all the information
Check each chapter's footnotes for extra content tips.
Step 5. Create illustrative cards with text, stories and images
If you prefer, just make a handy list or a Word document to follow along during your studies. And don't forget to note the fonts used and the topic covered by the material.
Step 6. Put everything in order
Introduction, theme development (body text) and conclusion (what was the lesson learned). Make the study have a logical progression towards completion.
Step 7. Practice with someone in advance
Step 8. Pray for the opportunity to share what you learn with friends
Method 2 of 2: Studying a Book of the Bible Thoroughly
To do this, start by choosing one of the books of the Bible - the book of Proverbs is a good example. Then read it verse by verse.
Step 1. Ask questions
As a leader, it is your job to provide questions for each verse in each chapter and leave spaces for the answers.
Step 2. Get started
Each person reads a verse from the first chapter.
Step 3. Hand in the questions for the first chapter
Bring them pre-printed and give them together with a pen to each participant.
Step 4. Have someone else read the first verse again
Afterwards, the group discusses what was read and the respective question.
Step 5. Ask everyone to write their answer
Ask them to write what was most meaningful to them in that verse.
Step 6. Go to the next verse
Ask someone else to read it and repeat the process until the entire chapter has been read.
Tips
- When leading a Bible study group, be ready to both ask and answer as sincerely as possible. And this is even more important when it comes to a group of young people and teenagers, as a few words have the power to influence them for the rest of their lives. As people of this age are generally looking for meaning in life, when in doubt don't be afraid to say: “I don't know the answer to your question, but I'll try to find it” - and don't forget to give one. return. If necessary, pass the person and the question to the pastor, after all, it is necessary to be honest first of all and keep the atmosphere of relaxation.
- Try to get participants to memorize certain verses that you think will be important to everyone.
- Gather personal and third-party testimonials and illustrations.
- Use illustrations and graphics to make the study more explanatory.
- Ask lots of questions. It is important to keep the group participative.
- Follow what you learn in studies. Ask yourself, "How does this affect my life?" Repeat the question to whoever is studying with you.
- Filter the information. That is, add more than necessary and leave out what is not essential.
- Seek information. Do a word search in the Bible concordance and find related texts. Look for themed stories in the Bible. Try to find other Bible studies within the same theme. Study the meaning of words in a dictionary. See if there are footnotes with extra comments in your Bible.
- Always have a list of fun facts on hand to hold the participants' attention.
Notices
- Don't try to use the Bible to prove preconceived ideas.
- Allow others to speak too, don't monopolize the word.
- Do not continue studying before completing something from the previous study.
- Don't be afraid to lead and interrupt possible side conversations.
- Be careful not to create unnecessary discussions when sharing your views on certain subjects.
- If necessary, prefer to accumulate more knowledge before starting studies.