Inductive study, a method that brings you directly to the Word of God apart from another’s understanding or interpretation of the text, involves three skills: observation, interpretation, and application.

Observation teaches you to see precisely what the passage says. It is the basis for accurate interpretation and correct application. Observation answers the question: What does the passage say?

Interpretation answers the question: What does the passage mean?

Application answers the question: What truths can I put into practice, and what changes should I make in my life?

When you know what God says, what He means, and how to put His truths into practice, you will be equipped for every circumstance of life. Ultimately, the goal of personal Bible study is a transformed life and a deep and abiding relationship with Jesus Christ.

 

 

PRECEPT BIBLE STUDY TRAINING WORKSHOPS

 

Using Precept Bible Studies
  • Studying and Leading Precept (2 days)
    For those who want to know how to study a Precept Upon Precept course.
    Also for those who want to lead a Precept Upon Precept course, this workshop focuses on Abraham, a man of great faith, and on the life-changing covenant the Lord made with him.
  • Planning and Leading Effective Discussions
    (2 days)
    For those who have participated in 3 or more Precept Upon Precept courses or have led at least one Precept Upon Precept course.
    Focus on leadership, planning lessons and leading more effective, lively discussions. There will be hands-on lesson planning and opportunity to observe discussions led by experienced Precept trainers. The most common response we hear from this workshop’s participants is, “This has set me free!”

    You’ll be sent two lessons to complete before the workshop, so register at least three weeks in advance.

  • Leading Different Kinds of Lessons
    (2 days)
    A new workshop on Friday evening and Saturday for Precept Upon Precept leaders.
    Experience three very different PUP discussions: one Old Testament lesson, one New Testament lesson, and one prophecy lesson. We will evaluate together the best way to lead each.

Prerequisite:

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Planning and Leading Effective Discussions (formerly named More About Leading) and have led at least two different Precept Upon Precept Courses.

 

You’ll be sent all three lessons to complete before the workshop, so register at least four weeks prior to the workshop.

Inductive Bible Study Skills Workshops
  • How to Study the Bible (2 days)
    This workshop on Friday evening and Saturday is for those new to inductive Bible study.
    It’s also for Precept students who want to understand why and when to use specific study skills. Overview a book, study a chapter, and learn to use an exhaustive concordance—all to change your life!
  • Word Studies (1 day)
    For those who want to learn practical word study tools.
    Learn how to uncover precious and valuable insights not readily apparent in English versions of the Bible. This is research     you can do with no prior experience in Greek. Investigate moods, voices, and tenses of Greek verbs to shed new light on texts.
  • Structuring (1 day)
    —Examining texts for new insights—
    An exciting brain stretcher that teaches you how to understand the flow of thought in a text by laying out its grammatical structure. As you use this enlightening method yourself, you’ll be surprised and excited to see how much is in the text, which you didn’t see before!
  • Accurately Handling a Difficult Subject (4 days)
    Study an overview of Acts and cross-references in the Gospels, Epistles, and Old Testament that will help you understand important truths about the Holy Spirit. This workshop focuses on the principles of interpretation of a difficult subject.

    Prerequisite: the completion of three or more Precept Upon Precept courses or one of the following workshops: former Level 1 or 101; Inductive Book Study—Overview; Overview and Chapter Study; Studying and Leading Precept; or How to Study the Bible (formerly named “The Basics of Inductive Bible Study”).
  • Accurately Handling a Difficult Passage (3 days)
    Study the overall message of John’s unmatched Gospel and research the immediate context and significant cross-references to identify the meaning of John 15:1-6. You’ll evaluate eternal security and fruit in believers’ lives.

    Prerequisite: the completion of three or more Precept Upon Precept courses or one of the following workshops: former Level 1 or 101; Inductive Book Study—Overview; Overview and Chapter Study; Studying and Leading Precept; or How to Study the Bible (formerly named “The Basics of Inductive Bible Study”).