Foundation studies cover the basic beliefs of the Christian faith. Unlike Discovery Studies, they contain content. They are for those who might be a bit intimidated by the Discovery Study format or anyone who wants to learn about the fundamentals of Christianity. They are suited for unbelievers and believers. Every Christian should eventually know the contents of these studies.
They are laid out in three parts. Part 1 covers the key questions about the Bible. Part 2 covers Bible summaries. Part 3 covers individual topics of the Bible. Parts 1 and 2 work better in a read through format. Part 3 works best in an interactive format described below.
They are laid out in three parts. Part 1 covers the key questions about the Bible. Part 2 covers Bible summaries. Part 3 covers individual topics of the Bible. Parts 1 and 2 work better in a read through format. Part 3 works best in an interactive format described below.
PART 1: Key Questions
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What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us. — A.W. Tozer |
PART 2: Bible Summaries
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Summary of the entire Bible
Summary of the New Testament
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Everyone is a theologian…and therein lies the problem. — Charles Ryrie |
PART 3: Individual Bible Topics
- Choose a leader. One person in the group serves as the leader and looks at the Teacher notes. The rest of the group looks at the Student format.
- Pick a study. There are several studies. Work through each study from beginning to end.
- Read a verse and ask the question. The group reads the verse. The Teacher then asks, "What does this verse say about (the subject you are studying)?" For instance, if your study is about God, ask, “What does this verse say about God?"
- Let the students respond. Allow time for the student(s) to formulate an answer. Don’t fear silence. Encourage personalized answers.
- Read the teacher comments. After people finish responding share the teacher notes. Since the teacher is not an expert, you can rotate this role. Give others a chance to play the role of teacher.