Hints for Leading a Bible Discussion

Helpful Hints for Leading a Bible Discussion

  1. Ask Meaningful questions.
  1. a) Avoid “yes” and “no” answers by asking “what,” “why,” or “how”
  2. b) Allow time for response, let your audience think about it. Don’t give quick answers, help others discover them.
  3. c) Seek clear answers, do not settle for clichés.is important continue the subject next week.
  1. Share what you think or believe.

Don’t be the “expert,” but think and discuss along with the group.

  1. Accept all answers given, even if they may not be the best answers or the one

You are seeking

  1. Be yourself.
  1. a) Do not preach. Lead the discussion in a fellow business or professional man.
  2. b) Set the pace by being as open and honest as you can.
  1. Never forget the application or the summary.
  1. a) Make sure the discussion remains relevant to one’s life and daily living.
  2. b) Conclude with a challenge for personal action in response to Gods word.
  3. c) Close each session with a summary of the key points and application.
  1. Each individual discussion may be photo copied and handed out to group members to help them participate in the discussion.