TO TEACH THE BIBLE
TO TEACH THE BIBLE
TO TEACH THE BIBLEPRESENTATION OVERVIEW
ObjectivesWhy Teach the Bible?The Inductive ApproachInductive Bible Study – TipsPowerpoint Tips
TO TEACH THE BIBLEOBJECTIVES To: Understand the prime importance of bible
study and teaching Refresh the inductive approach for
personal preparation Derive maximum benefit from bible
personally and for group Run through powerpoint tips Brush up teaching tips
WHY TEACH THE BIBLE? Command of Jesus (Matt 28:18-20,
Col 3:16, 1 Tim 5:17) Characteristic of God’s servant (2
Tim 2:24) Character and faith development
(Titus 1:1)
INDUCTIVE BIBLE STUDYThe inductive approach involves starting from general and moving down to specifics. It enables you to draw your own conclusions.
INDUCTIVE BIBLE STUDY - PREPARATIONBegin with Prayer
Read with a purpose – read multiple times, multiple versions
While reading, Ask questionsWHO? WHAT? WHERE? WHEN? WHY? HOW?
• WHO is speaking?• WHAT is this about?• WHEN will it happen?• WHY is this being said?• HOW are they described?
COMPONENTS OF AND INDUCTIVE BIBLE STUDYObservation:
•What does it say?Interpretation:
•What does it mean?Application:
•How does it apply to me?
OBSERVATION - TIPSLook for:
• the obvious – don’t look for hidden meanings
• People, places and things• Look for key words and phrases
For a book study: Find out the author’s purpose (Sometimes this will take several readings)
OBSERVATION - TIPSFor a character study:
• list characteristics – good and bad. • Find cross references
For a verse study:• List cross references and understand various
connotations• Study meanings using bible dictionary or other
bible refs
(This can also take several readings)
OBSERVATION - TIPS
“The main things are the plain thingsThe plain things are the main things”
INTERPRETATION - TIPSLook for KeywordsContrasts, comparisonsExpressions of timeConnecting words/ phrases
INTERPRETATION - TIPSContext always rules in interpretation – eg. Parables – a parable is meant to illustrate one focal point. Find that and don’t interpret every word. An allegory on the other hand can have different interpretations on different aspects
INTERPRETATIONTake Bible truths literally unless:
• It is illogical• It clashes with another passage..(the so called clashes can be used to complement and complete each other)
APPLICATIONTake principles of the biblical context and apply into current context.Allow the spirit of God to convict and guide at a personal level
Context continues to rule in application
USE COMMENTARIES LASTAfter Doing your own evaluation of the bible, Listing out observations, interpretations, applications, Ensuring you come to your own conclusions based on the
word of God.Then refer commentaries and other references to supplement.
Using them earlier will certainly bias your viewpoints.
SOME RECOMMENDED REFERENCESPlease start with references to bible and bible dictionaries for inductive study then after putting in several hours to soak it in for yourself and notes on observation, inferences, application, move on to other references like commentaries, etc.
SOME RECOMMENDED REFERENCES – START WITH1. For verse comparison and cross referencing: http://biblehub.com – Enter full reference2. For full bible text – various translations: http://biblegateway.com also http://biblehub.com – enter chapter 3. For Bible Dictionaries: http://biblestudytools.com/dictionaries
SOME RECOMMENDED REFERENCES – END WITH4. For Bible Commentaries: http://biblestudytools.com/ click on Commentaries link5. Various bible topics: http://bible.knowing-jesus.com/topics/6. Good reference sites: https://bible.org/, http://bereanbibleexpositions.org/ ( currently OT topics), http://bibletransforms.com7. Book references: The Search by Dr. Ron Charles
Ensure your font size is 16 pt (minimum) – typically much more
Try to use 7*7 principle – not more than 7 words (in a row) 7 rows. – If it crosses that, use separate slide.
POWERPOINT - TEXT
Keep it simple and clean. Use the template variations for
picture and text (see Home New slide for templates)
Highlight in red and larger font focus bible phrases
POWERPOINT - TEXT
POWERPOINT - GRAPHICS Graphics are a powerful parallel means of
communication. Choose graphics, videos that communicate.
Use graphics within the slots in template options ie Home -> New slide gives you a list of template options
Use high res graphics wherever possible. Ensure you do not use graphics with
watermark as they are copyrighted.
POWERPOINT - GRAPHICS
Ensure pictures blend in by fitting into “picture” slot or merging with background (ie white background pics to insert on white background ppt)
POWERPOINT - USE OF GRAPHICS
When you use a graphic, use the standard template options to insert it. This slide represents one. Try to use same background graphics
POWERPOINT - GRAPHICS
Don’t stretch the figure out of proportion to fit your slot (as in the picture on the right)
POWERPOINT - GRAPHICS
If you really need to adjust it use the “format” “crop” feature (ensuring you are cutting, not stretching) to smartly remove excess bits without changing proportion.
POWERPOINT - GRAPHICS
If you have to use coloured graphic soften the edges right clicking and using “format” “glow and soft edges” using “soft edges” at around 20 pt.
OTHER TEACHING AIDS People learn by what they do. Try
engaging them by simple, effective, creative activities, discussions, videos, etc.
Make them think Encourage everyone to share – it will add
that much richness to the discussion Create an environment for learning
WHILE TEACHING Remember not to get the focus on the
powerpoint but sit so that all have eye contact with each other.
Leader should keep laptop in front with audience behind laptop
Keep discussions focussed on your objectives – align those who deviate
Spend adequate time discussing personal application
CONCLUSIONDo your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.2 Tim 2:15