20-somethings

3 Ways To Let God’s Word Dwell In You Richly

September 10, 2014 | Adam York | Filed Under: Adults, Blog, Young Adults

In the all-new Explore the Bible: Young Adults, you’ll find a simple 3-part strategy for each Bible study session. Once you read the session introduction and weekly Scripture passage, this 3-part strategy will help navigate your group through the background of the text, the commentary of each verse, and the modern-day application of the text. In essence, your…

Do We Have An Authority Problem?

July 16, 2014 | Adam York | Filed Under: Adults, Blog, Young Adults

You could say that our culture has an authority problem. Fifty years ago, respect for authority was the rule rather than the exception. Job titles like president, senator, general, or reverend used to be enough to demand people be treated with authority. The reasoning was simple: Somebody thought enough of those people to put them…

2 Ways to Encourage Group Conversation

June 4, 2014 | Adam York | Filed Under: Adults, Blog, Young Adults

“Nobody talks in my group. How can I encourage conversation?” If you’ve ever led a Bible study group, you’ve probably asked the same question. Especially with young adults, conversation is important. And some of the best learning moments can come from discussions and stories. Everybody has a story–the experiences that brought them to your Bible…

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3 Ways to Move from Lecture-Based to Discussion-Based Bible Study

May 7, 2014 | Adam York | Filed Under: Adults, Blog, Young Adults

It’s no secret that most young adults prefer a discussion-based model of Bible study rather than lecture-based. But for many churches and group leaders who have been more accustomed to a lecture-based model, making the transition can seem like a scary task. However, anyone can lead a discussion-based study. It all starts with preparation. The…

3 Ways to Maintain Balance In Your Groups

April 23, 2014 | Adam York | Filed Under: Adults, Blog, Young Adults

Ever visited or been a part of a Bible study group where a majority of the members seem exclusively focused on gaining heavy, academic knowledge? Sure, they have lively discussions. They know incredible amounts of theological terms. There is never a shortage of opinions regarding predestination, the end times, or the Nephilim. The problem with…

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