WHAT ARE DISCOVERY BIBLE STUDIES?
Discovery Bible Studies exist to introduce people to Jesus in a highly relational and easily reproducible format utilizing personal relationships, observation of Scripture, application of Scripture, and accountability.
WHO
1-5 people with the desire to know Scripture more!
WHAT
Regular meetings (we suggest weekly) to connect with one another, provide accountability, explore the storyline of Scripture, and respond in obedience.
STRUCTURE
Discovery Bible Studies are highly relational meetings that allow the text of Scripture to be the primary teacher. Because of this, participants will see an emphasis on connecting in a personal relationship as well as a study and review of Scripture that allows for internal processing and response.
CONNECT & REVIEW
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What are you thankful for right now? What are you stressed or worried about? (Highs and Lows)
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How did you do with the response last time? Whom did you tell?
READ THE BIBLE PASSAGE
Read the passage out loud together. Work as a team to re-tell the story in your own words (this helps with comprehension!) Then re-read the passage again.
DISCOVER GOD'S WORD
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What does this passage teach us about who God is and what God does?
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What does this passage teach us about humanity?
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What does this passage teach us about the relationship between God and humanity?
OBEY GOD'S WORD
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If this is true, what might need to change in your life based on this passage?
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Because this is God's Word for us, how should we respond and put it into practice this week?
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Who else in your life needs to hear about this, and what would be a next step to share it with them?