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Teaching
Bible Study to your children?
If you are new to teaching children Biblical studies, and books are
the only thing you can think of, we have some great Bible Study Courses, and
Bible Curriculum for you. We have always had a family Bible studies. For us it
started when our children were very young, ages 2 and 4. We sat down each night
and read a book that had a scripture for each letter of the alphabet. It not
only had the scripture but it also had a 3-4 sentence explanation. |
While this book was not designed to be a preschool curriculum, it became that
for us. We used this and other Bible games to create our own Christian
homeschool curriculum even before our kids were homeschooling. I also researched
printable bible studies on the internet and we’d incorporate those, coloring
pictures and bible study games to make learning the scriptures fun.
As a reward for learning the verses for the entire alphabet our girls got to
pick out their own “Big girl Bible". It was special to them and they looked at
their Bibles so much that they ended up falling apart.
We didn’t want the learning to stop there but wanted to make it a lifelong
pursuit so we next began slowly. We read one chapter of Psalms and one chapter of
Proverbs each night. So on the first day of the month we read Psalm 1 and
Proverbs 1. This would work also for a bible study for teens even though we did
it for our young children [which had grown to 4 kids from the original two].
I found myself being strengthened by these times of Bible reading with my kids.
There were many nights where I’d come back down and re-read what we’d read as a
family. More than once that Psalm or Proverb spoke to exactly what I was going
through on that day. Bible study doesn’t need to be about teaching verses, and
usually it shouldn’t. Bible study should be more about growing deeper in
your
relationship with a loving God and drawing closer to Him. It is about trusting
his word whether he is talking about salvation or creation science, about hoping
despite the circumstances or realizing your purpose for your life.
We weave scripture in all we do rather than making it a daily ‘subject’ in
school but there is also great value is setting aside time and discovering the
scriptures with your children.
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see our extensive list of resources on bible Studies and below that are
more links on Character Builders.
Basic Bible Knowledge Take a look into the Bible of a pastor. From
basic Bible knowledge to finding an encouraging verse and even answering
the hard questions, it will all enhance your walk with God.
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Learn what the Bible says about our inner beauty and self esteem.
Christian Connections Unlimited offers links to a multitude of
Christian products, services, and income opportunities. Find ideas for
Christian outreach. Also enjoy devotionals for kids and adults, Bible
games, movie reviews, Christian quotes, ministry tools ... and so much
more.
Gospel
Shield of Faith. The Bible declares, "there is no salvation in any
other than Jesus Christ". Jesus said, "I am the Way, the Truth, and the
Life, no man can come to the Father except by Me." Explore the great
downloads of Study Manual e-Books for your library. As you read them,
your spiritual eyes and ears will be opened to a new understanding of
God's Spirit.
Blueprint for Victorious Christian Living is meant for the person
who truly desires a deeper walk with God. The Bible gives specific
instructions about how we are to live as Christians. A blueprint is a
plan for building something. There are no extras or fluff, just exact
details that the builder must follow in order to complete the building.
The Bible gives an exact blueprint for living victoriously. You must
make the choice to follow its directions.
Quest
The mission of Bible Quest is to introduce children to the stories of
the Bible. The website is highly interactive and there are also toys
that coincide with the website. There is registration required to access
the online materials. Individuals with dial-up will find it difficult at
times to use the website but everyone else will find the graphic and
interactive nature wonderfully appealing. Children under 13 must have
their parent register for them.
Sanctified Truth is an online Bible study which will take you
through different books and areas of the Holy Bible.
Explorer
Bible Study was founded in 1972. They started with a local Bible
Study but have now created a curriculum that can be used in local small
groups as well as by homeschoolers. The mission is to bring individuals
closer to God. To do this they use in-depth Bible studies, encourage
daily Bible study and show practical application of the Bible in
everyday life.
Grapevine
Studies has a mission to “provide believers the tools they need to
know God's word and disciple others.” They do this by combining
intellect and fun. The curriculum is designed for children ages five to
adult and offers a complete understanding of the Old Testament, New
Testament, Biblical Feasts and Holy Days. There’s even information on
Bible Geography
Logos Bible Study
Software believe that Bible study should be central in a Christian
life and their goal is to be the worldwide leader in accomplishing that
through electronic tools and resources. They have resources for
multilingual Bible study and seek to serve the church with these
resources both in the US and Abroad.
Precept Ministries
International seek to establish people in God’s word through
inductive Bible study, looking at the world biblically and serving the
church faithfully. They seek to use their inductive study method to
reach all ages and cultures, in all languages. This program uses the
Bible to explain the Bible and caters to children as young as elementary
to seminary students. They have a variety of products homeschoolers can
use including the 40-Minute Bible Study Workbooks, "Lord" Series, New
Inductive Bible Study, Precept Upon Precept and the new Discover 4
Yourself for kids ages 8-12.
Rose Publishing
are a source of easy-to-use Bible reference material, maps, charts and
timelines that can be used in homeschools. They have no denominational
affiliation but are a conservative evangelical Christian publisher.
Their resources can be purchased at local book stores as well as online
through Christian Book Distributors.
Scripture
Sleuth is a series of books, mysteries, where the solution points
readers to the word of God. That scripture holds the final clue in the
case allowing readers to solve the mystery themselves while digesting
scripture. There are 12 mysteries per book which makes it easy for a
homeschooler to use them weekly or throughout the year. These are
designed for children 8-12 (grades 3-7) but younger readers enjoy them
with the help of their parent.
Soli Deo
Gloria is Latin for "To God Alone the Glory." This program uses unit
studies and other curriculum to help students get the ‘bigger picture’
in God’s role in their life. They weave together math, science, history
and language arts with scripture to reveal God’s purpose in all parts of
our lives. They offer unit studies, Bible studies, teacher resources for
homeschoolers and downloadable ebooks.
Sonlight
Publishers seek to add new depth and understanding to Bible study
through maps and timelines. The website offers a detailed slide
presentation as well as a variety of map books, inserts and a complete
map system on CD.
Southwestern Family Resources Company began in 1855 and has changed
through the years but still has as its focus the development of young
people in character, skill development, and career opportunities,
through a direct marketing program, for graduates. They seek to provide
families with resources to live happy, productive and moral lives
through their Christian works and their secular reference books.
Spirit
Building Publications seek to provide uplifting Bible study material
on a regular basis. They provide music and materials to build a person’s
spirit as others build their body. They are not affiliated with a
particular denomination and seeks to minister to the body of Christ. In
addition to various products they offer links to websites for teachers,
free study helps and many other items.
Lamp and Quill
develop and publish Bible studies and Devotional items for all ages.
They use their material to direct people to scripture rather than being
a devotional material in and of themselves. Their website offers links
to biblical teaching and conventions. Their goal is to cause people to
not only read the Bible but to think about what is read. They offer
sample lessons and an online store at their website.
Offer sample lessons and an online store.
Scripture
Memory Fellowship formerly the Bible memory Association (BMA), the
Scripture memory fellowship focuses on memorizing scripture and offers a
program with books [and corresponding rewards] for each member of the
family for $9 each person. There is also a camp offered to individuals
who complete the program and pay a small fee for attendance. If an
individual doesn’t want to go through the entire program there are
individual books for all ages that allow you to memorize based on theme
or book of the Bible. These are available for a nominal fee. There is
financial aid to those who need it and they suggest that the entire
family do it together.
Veritas
specialize in and focus on educational materials for classical Christian
education for homeschoolers and Christian schools. They provide school
curriculum and Bible studies. Their history curriculum received a Blue
Ribbon for “Best History Program” from the readers of Practical
Homeschooling Magazine in 2001.
World-of-Proverbs shows how Biblical Proverbs can be found in the
Old Testament book with advice and warnings on everything from childhood
play to cooking methods. |
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