How to Lead a LifeGuide(R) Bible Study
Description
You can be the match that ignites a great Bible discussion!
You only need a few basic skills. This ten-session guidebook by Jack Kuhatschek and Cindy Bunch (both veteran discussion leaders and experienced LifeGuide® Bible Study creators)
- how to start a group
- how to decide what to study
- how to prepare to lead
- how to study the Bible
- how to use a study guide
- how to write your own questions
- how to lead the discussion
- how to evaluate the study
Over 100,000 copies of this handbook (now revised and expanded from the original, Leading Bible Discussions) have been used by Bible study leaders and Sunday school teachers. Along with practical suggestions and the answers to common questions offered in each brief chapter, you'll find two appendixes: "Guidelines for Interpreting Scripture" and "A Sample Study." The resources section also leads you to more training guides, website references andstudy guides to use with your group.
Here is the help you need to lead a great Bible discussion.
For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions-making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.
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Jack Kuhatschek was formerly executive vice president and publisher for Baker Publishing Group in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He is the author of many Bible study guides and the books Applying the Bible and The Superman Syndrome. Heand his wife, Sandy, currently live in Deland, Florida.
Cindy Bunch has worked in the Christian publishing industry for 39 years. She currently serves as Senior Editor-at-Large at InterVarsity Press where she has also served as VP of Editorial, Associate Publisher, and Editorial Director. Cindy is the primary editor for the IVP Formatio line of books. She holds an MA in Theological Studies from Northern Seminary as well as a certificate in spiritual direction from North Park Seminary and blends the disciplines of spiritual direction and theology in her work with writers. She has edited books in many genres including spirituality, memoir, fiction, self-help, pastoral ministry, and Bible study. Cindy is the author of Be Kind to Yourself and a number of LifeGuide® Bible Studies. She and her husband, Dan, divide their time between the Chicago suburbs and Houston, Texas.
Content
Introduction 1. Why Study in a Group? 2. Starting a Group 3. Deciding What to Study 4. Preparing to Lead 5. How to Study the Bible 6. How to Write Questions 7. Leading the Discussion 8. Evaluating the Discussion 9. Growing Together Appendix: A Model Study
