The Inductive Bible Study People -- began in the 1960's and has grown into an international ministry significantly impacting the spiritual lives of
men, women and children in more than 100 nations. One of the primary
goals of
inductive Bible study
is to fulfill Jesus' command to go and
make
disciples (aorist
imperative) =
conveys a sense of urgency = Do this now! Don't delay! Do it effectively!)
of
all the
nations...teaching (present
tense) them to
observe
(present
tense = as the
habit of their life) (Mt
28:18-20) the things...
He had commanded so
that these disciples might be radically transformed by the Word of truth and
equipped to prove themselves
blameless and innocent, children of God above reproach in the midst of
a crooked and perverse generation, among whom (they) appear as lights in the
world, holding fast the word of life. (Philippians
2:15 notes)
What Is Inductive
Bible Study?
Simply stated
inductive Bible study
involves utilization of the Bible as the student's primary resource which
allows the Holy Spirit to be the primary "Teacher"
(Jn 14:26,
16:13,
1Co 2:10,
Eph 1:17,
1Jn 2:20,
27),
Who can then directly instruct the disciple as they take in the "pure milk of the Word"
(1
Peter 2:2).
The inductive approach begins with careful
Observation, which leads
to judicious
Interpretation based on one's OBSERVATIONS
and culminates in sincere, diligent
Application of the truth
(2
Peter 1:5-11 notes) so that the disciple might "be transformed (an "inside job" that
shows forth on the outside) by the
renewing of your mind, (a brand new
way of thinking you never had before)
that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and
acceptable and perfect."
(Romans
12:2 notes).
Precept Upon Precept
Bible Studies
The "heart
and soul" of
Precept Ministries International is
the core curriculum of Inductive Bible Studies on Old
and New
Testament books which are offered locally in all 50 states including an
excellent selection of classes in the
Austin Area.
If you are unable to find a class, send me an email (webmaster@preceptaustin.org)
and I will try to help you find a class in your area. Clearly it is
important for all Precept leaders to "be diligent" to post their classes.
In addition to Precept
Bible studies, Precept Ministries also organizes
regional training sessions. At these workshops students receive training in
various aspects of inductive Bible study allowing them to hone their
inductive Bible study skills so that they might be equipped to present
themselves "approved to God as workmen who do not need to be ashamed,
handling accurately the Word of truth." (2
Timothy 2:15 notes).
Personal Bible Study
Supplemented by Excellent Teaching
Radio and/or Web:
Programs available - (not the same as
the television program below)
Precepts for Life - Daily 30 minute program
Precepts from God's Word - Daily 60 second program
Broadcast Archives
- listen online, download free transcript or purchase MP3
Precepto con Kay Arthur
- Este programa de 15 minutos
If you have relatives who are
interested in Precept courses, check one of the other
Precept Websites other listings of courses
and workshops.
40-MINUTE BIBLE STUDIES
Many new 40-Minute Studies are available
and are a great tool to introduce your Sunday School
class to the inductive technique because the lesson and discussion are
performed during class.
Being A
Disciple: Counting the Real Cost
How to Make Choices You Won't Regret
Discovering What the Future Holds
Having a Real Relationship with God
How Do You Know God's Your Father?
How Do You Walk the Walk You Talk?
Living a Life of True Worship
How Can a Man Control His Thoughts, Desires, and Passions?
Money and Possessions: The Quest for Contentment
Living Victoriously in Difficult Times
Building A Marriage That Really Works
