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How to Start a Neighborhood Bible Study
Discovering Truth and Building Friendships

How to Start a Neighborhood Bible Study You want your friends to know God, but you don't know how to start them on the way.

How do you invite them to consider a group in which the only prerequisite is to believe the Bible is worth studying?

How can you create an atmosphere that will encourage people to participate and discover the truths of Scripture for themselves?

This booklet outlines practical steps for beginning and maintaining a healthy Bible study group. More information on getting started is below.

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Starting Small Group Discussion Bible Studies

If you wish to start a small group Bible study, here are steps to take:

  • Order an Intro Packet (This includes: the How to Start a Neighborhood Bible Study booklet, a CD or audio cassette and the Mark study guide).
  • Look through the Mark guide to understand its format and inductive approach
  • Read the introductory section on pages 7-9 of the Mark guide: How to Use NBS Discussion Guides
  • If possible enlist an interested friend to read the handbook and listen to the CD or cassette. Then pray and make plans together.
  • Sign up for a free subscription on our home page for emailed helps for your small group ("NBS e-Help for Small Groups").
  • Consultation and NBS training available in these areas:
    1. Starting and growing small groups for Bible study
    2. Using inductive Bible study guides
    3. Building bridges of friendship in our communities and work places
    4. Understanding small group dynamics and leadership
    5. Applying adult educational theory
The Gospel of Mark is recommended as the first unit of study. Mark is the shortest of the four gospels and the study can be completed in four months, or in two series of eight weeks with a weekly Bible study. In order to understand the Gospel of Mark, you don't need a background in other books of the Bible.

The Book of Mark, a study guide in simplified English is also available. It includes the entire Bible text of Mark in the simplified New Life version and is an ideal resource for groups or individuals who speak English as a second language.

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