This past year I've grown a lot closer to Christ and a friend and I decided that we wanted to start a bible study in order to stay close to Him throughout the year (when were not going to Christian camps, where most people get on a "spiritual high"). We asked about 8 people to join in, but I honestly have no idea where to start! I have a devotional bible, but I don't know if that will work with groups or if its intended for individual use.
2007-08-14 17:49:02 · 14 answers · asked by Catherine 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
pray for guidance. rethink your goals and mission. ask yourself what do you want to achieve and share with others. recollect your spiritual thoughts.. being a bible devotee isn't enough to have a bible study..consult a priest or pastor...
2007-08-14 18:10:03 · answer #1 · answered by anette 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Here is my suggestions, though some may not agree with it.
One thing I have learned during my life is to always have some form of a written guide when you begin a gruop Bible Study. I do not necessarly always worry about covering each topic in one meeting, sometimes it takes more than one meeting to cover a topic (due to discussions and the amount of time you are alotting for the Group Bible Study).
Depening on the group I have always found that using a Bible directed toward the age group is better to use if it has study helps and hopefully has some kind of a guide in it to help lead you through setting up each set of Studies.
If you would like, I could hunt down some suggestions for you to use to start with.
2007-08-15 16:00:15 · answer #2 · answered by revezra 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good question. I know there is a student bible created specifically for bible study; if you go to your religious bookstore, they can point you in the right direction. there are also several books focusing on bible study available.
You could also make a list of things, as a group, that you are interested in learning more about and discussing, and study those things.
Consider also asking your minister or pastor for help in setting this up, and possibly see if he is willing to assist in helping you understand things that you are a group might not be able to get through or disagree upon.
2007-08-14 18:08:31 · answer #3 · answered by Cheese Fairy - Mummified 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all I want say that I am a youth pastor and praise the Lord you want to start one. I would first off pray that God would send some your way. Then I would get some topics that would spark interest to teens such as dating, anger, Gods call and so on. Advertise around the school of the topics and be prayed up. Study hard before hand and be ready to give an answer for the questions. That will keep them coming back. God bless and keep it up!
2016-05-18 01:35:07 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
alot of people in general (not only christians) have found it very enlightening to start off with reading and disgusing -- John 10:1-42 & Acts 2:1-47 -- (basicly that whole chapter, best to go with a study bible or regular bible to read it) it tends to start a *very* long lasting conversation, so maybe you should study on that a little, just a sugestion.
another thing, if you plan on doing it that way, you might want to read those on your own 1st, slowly and a few times over (praying before hand usually works too) hope you learn lots, good luck and have fun with it! :)
2007-08-14 20:59:23 · answer #5 · answered by krissy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Catherine - you have really gotten a lot of good advice here. I agree with a lot of it. Please pray about it. Ask the Lord where He will take you. It's so commendable that you are a willing servant and I have no doubt that this type of youth ministry will interest a lot of young people. You will need to really speak to your youth pastor or you can contact ours if you don't have one. His name is Tim Layfield. He's so happy to get young people started in this area. His email is Tim@SunHills.org we are located in Northern California.
You can also go to your local Christian book store and ask if they sell any Bible Studies for teens or could they recommend one.
It's just so great that you want to reach out and keep that "spiritual high" going. katiefish <><
2007-08-15 04:17:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its the right thing to do, to learn the Bible. Planning to have a Bible study is not so easy. Secure first a Bible Study Guide for you to study. Ask the assistance of a Bible instructor or any qualified adult to teach you how to do it. With your honest and noble intention, I do believe that you will prosper and will remain close to God through Jesus Christ our Lord.
2007-08-14 18:17:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Very good for you and your friends. Maybe try starting in St. Matthew 1:1. Read a chapter and then gather everyones thoughts about it. Discuss it. Have a good Bible Concordance and Dictionary handy as well. Also you may want to tape the session for later use. Good luck.
2007-08-14 18:17:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Was it the Spirit of God telling you that you needed to have a Bible study?
If not, then disregard what I am about to say.
If so, then why wouldn't the Spirit of God guide you to what to talk about? What to study?
I recommend having a youth pastor involved. Talk about the many issues you are facing, at least for part of it. How does God's word apply to what you are facing. Rely, all of those who come, to have the Spirit of the living God tell you what to do and what to bring up.
That is always my recommendation.
2007-08-14 18:12:03 · answer #9 · answered by Christian Sinner 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well depending on where you live.. ask the local Christian store for advice on books you can get for study. and tlk to a church on some tips. I'm positive they will give you some good info. and good for you in starting that group!
2007-08-14 18:16:33 · answer #10 · answered by Bridget 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋