The third and final article on creative bible study methods for youth ministry.
In the first two articles That's a good question and Fresh expressions I highlighted several bible study methods and eight creative ideas to engage young people in exploring the bible together.
In this final article I've added three more methods for those who want to dig deeper in their understanding of God and their Christian experience.
ENCOUNTER BIBLE STUDY
The goal is to help each young person discover, 'What does this passage mean to ME?' In this kind of bible study the method of sharing is different from the usual 'everyone jumps right in' discussion, allowing the quieter member of the group more time to reflect. Use only a small group of verses which can be remembered easily.
Step 1 Write your own translation.
Ask each young person to write out their own translation of the passage. Ask them to write as they would say it, or imagine they are writing a letter, or email, or text to a friend. Make it clear and keep it simple. (HINT: Try to put into your own words each of the key words and phrases before you write out your translation).
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