Participating in a small group Bible study presents the opportunity to develop sound
Christian relationships
which can result in loads of support in regard to Christian parenting. Most churches have several Bible studies, but a specialized small group Bible study that addresses your challenges might be beneficial. A lot of times single parenting and step parenting isn’t the focus even in small groups dedicated to parenting.
How do you start your own study group?
First, you will want to select the curriculum, outline the schedule for the class, and get it approved by the pastor of your church. From there, you can focus on promoting the small group Bible study by getting listed in the bulletin, announcing it to the congregation and having a signup sheet. You might even want to develop outreach to attract visitors from outside the church.
When setting the schedule, be sure to allow time for promoting the small group Bible study and ordering the supplies before the class starts.
If you are new to leading small group Bible studies, you might benefit from The Bible Study Teacher's Guide by Beverly Van Kampen. It provides training, examples and insight for Bible study leaders. You also might find the resources listed in the article,
Small Group Ministry
, to be helpful.
An essential guide for all who teach the Bible. Finally a guidebook for all who either teach or are considering teaching Bible study classes. Combines the wisdom of experience with insights gleaned from master teachers, including Erwin Lutzer, Warren Wiersbe, and Ravi Zacharias. A valuable resource for anyone who teaches the Bible. Filled with smart advice that will help Bible teachers at all levels and in all contexts. Provides valuable guidance for every aspect of the craft, from preparing lessons to leading discussions to one-on-one mentoring. The wisdom of many books packed into a single volume.
Here are some ideas about curriculum for a specialized group study…
Fireproof Your Marriage: Leader’s Kit
A small group Bible study based on the movie
Fireproof
which teaches biblical principles to strengthen marriages.
Based on the movie Fireproof, this curriculum was created to help build and strengthen marriages using biblical principles. It is designed with an easy format that integrates movie clips, key Scriptures and group discussion. Intended for couples' small groups, the kit includes an easy to follow DVD, one leader's guide, and one participant's guide.
Designed for use with the Fireproof Your Marriage couple's kits and participant's guides.
Six Sessions:
He Said/She Said (1: 40)
He First Loved Us (5:15)
Love for a Lifetime (2:30)
Breaking Free (2:45)
Forgiveness (5:30)
A Better Way of Loving (3:20)
Extras:
Movie clip: Train is Coming (2:30)
Movie clip: Lead Your Heart (3:20)
Movie Trailer (2:15)
Parenting with Purpose and Grace
Teaches what the Bible says about parenting without advocating any specific methods.
Parenting has always been a challenge; even more so in this day and age. Discover what the Bible says about how to reflect the love, wisdom, and grace of God in your parenting. This guide discusses how God parents us, how to pray for your kids, how to handle your own fears and failures, and how to entrust your children to God. 10 studies for individuals or groups.
Developing Dynamic Stepfamilies: Bringing the Pieces to Peace
With the FaithHome ProActive Parenting series, you don't have to be a parenting expert to lead an effective parenting class. Using this DVD, it's easy to coordinate a class and facilitate the discussions. The DVD contains video segments for four 45 to 60 minute adult Sunday school or small group classes with an average of 15 minutes of video for each class. All the content needed for class is presented in the DVD's video segment - the class leader's role is to open class sessions with prayer and lead discussion time. Single Parenting explores the basic fundamentals of parenting including a basic parenting plan, family priorities, discipline and time management through the unique perspective of a single parent. Student Book #007747
Bringing Up Boys
A small group Bible study series on raising boys by Dr. James Dobson – perfect for single mothers as well as other parents of boys.
Raise boys right, from a solid biblical perspective and they will not depart from it. Each of these video sessions covers essential parenting topics, like affirming boys' masculinity, the impact of fathers on sons, special advice for single moms and more. Designed for use by church or home study groups.
Wild at Heart Multimedia Facilitator's Kit with DVDs
An amazing Bible study for men developed by
John Eldredge.
Dare to be the man God created you to be! In eight provocative lessons on authentic masculinity, John Eldredge challenges you to abandon passivity and actively pursue your God-given dreams. Encouragement for men to walk the road least taken---and important insights for the women who love them! Includes one hardcover copy of the book, facilitator's guide, field manual workbook, media kit (promotional posters, media slick and reproducible bulletin inserts), and three DVDs (eight sessions).
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