VENTURE GROUPS
Learning Scripture Itself
Below you will find a list of tools and recommended resources to help your group learn scripture for itself.
YouVersion (also known simply as The Bible App) contains most translations of the Bible for free on your smart device. Among the many tools available, YouVersion offers many electronic and audio versions of the Bible and reading plans for individuals and groups. The link above connects to a 20-day reading plan through the book of Luke created by The Bible Project.
The Bible Project creates free resources like videos, podcasts, articles, and classes to help people experience the Bible in a way that is approachable and transformative. Their goal is to help people experience the Bible as a unified story that leads to Jesus.
The S.O.A.P. method of Bible study is simple yet effective for processing the words in the Bible. The acronym stands for Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer, and it is this easy order in which a group can break down any passage of scripture and glean a lot of significant meaning and subsequent next steps in obedience.
It can be difficult to pick a quality Bible translation. Sometimes they can be simply be too difficult or confusing to read. This article is a helpful place to find a translation that works well for you so you can read God's word for yourself.
The Bible Memory App makes memorizing the Bible much easier. With an intuitive interface, users can memorize Bible passages of any length from most versions of scripture, get daily reminders to stay sharp on verses memorized, and even form memorization groups for accountability.
Lectio Divina (or divine reading) is an ancient, personal way to read the scriptures. While many nuances exist the four main steps of this method of scripture engagement are read (lectio), reflect (meditatio), respond (oratio), and rest (contemplatio).