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Equip the Saints: Bible Class Preview
Because Christianity was never intended to be a spectator sport, group Bible study is not just valuable, it is invaluable. Group study is so effective that Jesus used it to train the men who would be known as the apostles (Luke 6:12–16; Mark 4:34).
Christianity is meant to be relational—first, on a vertical axis between ourselves and God and, second, on a horizontal axis between ourselves and those around us. Bible classes move us from being spectators in a weekly church service to active participants in a like-minded community dedicated to spiritual growth.
As we encounter God’s Word together, we have an opportunity to share our different perspectives and insights and are broadened because of the interaction. More information is retained when there is active involvement, so biblical literacy is enhanced. Application and accountability bring understanding that moves God’s Word from the intellect to the heart. Transformation is encouraged (Romans 12:2), and our lives are changed. When our lives are changed, the lives of those around us are changed as well.
Relationships don’t just happen, and we all need support of friends to help weather the storms of life. Friends require an investment of time and a level of vulnerability and trust. Hebrews 10:24–25 says we should “consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another.” Where better to accomplish this than in a group Bible study setting?
Watch as we preview the next year of Bible classes for our church family. Let's learn, unite and grow together!
