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The Contents and
Process of a Bible
Study
A typical Bible study should be about
30-40 minutes long and should be based
on an outline that contains:
• Introduction
• Body
• Appeal or Conclusion
The Introduction
The purpose of the introduction
is to awaken the interest
of the hearers.
Let your introduction statement
make a lasting impression. It cold
be
A short story
Important world events
An arresting text that introduces
the topic
An appetizer that will make people
crave the main dish
The Body of the Study
The body of the Bible
study contains the following elements:
It comprises the main part of the
study.
The body should satisfy the interest
created by the introduction.
It must be solid and in logical sequence
from beginning to end.
Use verses that have a direct connection
to the next verse.
Be brief and to the point. 10 to 15
texts are sufficient.
End your study before the interest
fades.
The Conclusion
The conclusion and appeal
of the Bible study contain
the following elements:
A summary of the study
An appeal.
Preview of the next topic
General Principles of
Conducting a Bible Study
The following general principles will
help make a Bible study successful:
Begin the study with prayer.
Be punctual. If you are consistently
late, the students will also arrive
late, and soon the study group will dissolve.
The ideal number of persons for a
Bible Study is six to ten. This number allows
everyone to participate.
Take time to establish a friendly
spirit before Bible study begins. Make sure
everyone is introduced and is comfortable.
It is best to sit in a circle. This
gives everyone opportunity to feel comfortable
and participate.
Be understanding and tolerant of
the people attending the study.
Be careful and use good judgment
in expressing yourself.
Teaching Methods
For a successful study, use the following
teaching methods:
The best teaching
method is questions and
answers. The best questions
include words such
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