We love meeting God in Scripture. Over the years, we’ve seen God transform thousands of students and faculty through his Word, drawing them into relationship with him and transforming them into fully devoted followers of Jesus.
Explain the process of an InterVarsity-style inductive Bible study
Discover how to begin studying Scripture inductively for yourself and with others
Prepare to lead an inductive Bible study for your small group or community
Engage with the material in your context!
All your progress will be saved so you can resume where you left off.
This is a quick summary of the material that you can use as a preview of the course or as a refresher once you've taken it.
See a list of the resources referenced in this course, all collected in one spot for your convenience.
Scripture Comes Alive
Introduction
Before we begin . . .
Lesson 1: Slow Your Roll
Lesson 2: The What and Why
Lesson 1: The Format: Observation, Interpretation, Application
Lesson 2: Observation—What's There?
Lesson 3: Interpretation—What Does It Mean?
Lesson 4: Application—So What?
Lesson 1: Manuscript
Lesson 3: Study With Friends
Check for Understanding (Quiz)
Lesson 1: Pacing and Timing
Lesson 2: Troubleshooting Common Challenges
Closing Remarks
Before you go . . .
All resources referenced from this course will be linked below for your convenience to view and download. Please use/adapt these resources to what works for you in your ministry context.
Summary of the course in a quick, 3-page format, perfect for a quick review on the go!
The tools and resources in this collection will help you engage Scripture on our own, engage Scripture with others, and lead people to engage Scripture.
Download NIV, NRSV and RSV manuscripts for use at InterVarsity events.
This resource contains four templates for how to pace your study, depending on how much time you have: 1 hour, 1.5 hours, 2 hours, or 3 hours.
This list of resources will help you with your research as you prepare for your small group.
A comprehensive guide for Bible students of every level of experience and spiritual maturity.
This Book challenges us to read the Scriptures on their own terms, as God’s revelation, and to live them as we read them.
Searchable online Bible with study resources.
Use this bookmark as a reminder of the main principles of Inductive Bible Study: observation, interpretation, and application.
