Fruitful Family Bible Studies:
Tips for Getting the Most
Out Of Yor Free Bible Studies
Lesson 2 of Your Free Teaching the Bible at Home Course
Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward. ~ Psalm 127:3 (AMP)
Designating a specific time for family Bible Studies is a must for
raising Christian children in today’s society.
Taking the time to sow the proper seeds
into your kids will not only prepare them for their destinies in
Christ, but bring you closer together as a family. It will open up
channels of communication that you will be glad you formed once your
children hit puberty and their teen years 
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5 Family Bible Time Tips
- Set a specific standing appointment for your
Family Bible Study Time. And keep it!
Setting an appointment shows your children that you put a priority on
the Word of God and on your family. Regardless of the age of your
children, this should not be an option for them or for you.
If one of you (parents) has a busy work schedule, take that into consideration as you select the time and frequency that works best for your family. Having one parent who travels or works long hours makes this "family first time" even more precious and important.
It does not matter how often the appointment is for, as long as it is dependable. A monthly appointment that is written in stone is much better than a weekly one that no one takes seriously.
- Open and close family time with prayer.
How often does your family pray together outside of blessing your food?
Starting and ending your Bible lesson with a prayer will begin to unify
your family on a spiritual level.
During the prayer, invite the Holy Spirit in to join and guide your study. This will help your children to begin to understand that the Holy Spirit wants to be present and important in their lives.
After a few Family Bible Study sessions, encourage members of the family to take turns saying the opening prayers. As you close, ask each person one at a time if he or she would like to pray about something specific.
Note: I would also suggest that the parents get together and pray over this family time before hand. This will allow you to reconnect as a couple and to get on one accord about what will be taught.
- Keep it natural, relaxed and fun. Don’t sit at the kitchen table or office desk. The family will not be able to sit comfortably and will feel like they are in school. Sit in the living room or even in Mom and Dan’s bed. If your children are small and have a playroom with a reading corner, it can make a perfect spot for Family Bible Study.
- Make Family Bible Studies a BIG deal! Whether you decided to do your family time once a month or more often, as you get closer to the date, Talk It Up! Tell your kids how much fun it will be and how excited you are to spend this special time with them.
- If you have a family calendar, add this special date.
- Put a decorative sign on the fridge announcing the upcoming event.
- Lay neat invitations on your children’s pillows inviting them to join in on this special family event!
- Talk about God like an old friend. Keep the conversation up beat and exciting. Give examples of how the Bible Study topic applies in your own lives. Tell stories of how God has done similar things in your life. Be careful not to tell the stories of the Bible like fairytales. Tell them like stories that really happened - Because they did!
Keeping It Simple
Are you looking for an easy way to begin your family Bible studies. Here are some of my favorite family devotionals that can really jump start your family Bible study time. I'm always cautious of making recommendations here at The Hem, but I really believe that these are some of the best resources out there. So, if you want to get started quickly, and begin seeing the results that God's Word can make on your family, I would recommend picking up one of these powerful and practical resources:
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Family Walk Courage, Contentment, Creativity, Listening, leisure, Love, Money, Memory, Meditation, Patience, Peer Pressure, Peace. These are only some of the topics Family Walk tackles in this new family devotional guide from Walk Thru the Bible Ministries, the experts in innovative teaching of the Word of God. Family Walk tells you what the Bible has to say about issues vital to your family today. It will help you draw your family closer to God and closer together. Stroll through the Bible a few minutes at a time with Family Walk and find answers to your most pressing problems. |
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Big Truths For Little Kids Your children are a blessing from God. A gift that brings an abundance of joy and the privilege of teaching them God's ways. When they're young their potential to learn is amazing. And because actions and beliefs go hand in hand, the lessons they learn from you now will shape their lives forever. How we live is based upon what we believe. Susan Hunt wants to help parents systematically teach their kids the basic truths of faith so that they live for the Lord. This wonderful book, with its easy-to-use story format, can help you teach the basic truths of the Christian faith to your children. You're children will learn that God's ways are best--and that even as kids, they can live for His glory every day. *Recommended for ages 5 to 9. |
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VeggieTales: Family Devotional Bob, Larry, and the whole VeggieTales gang will show your family how to build a powerful relationship with the Lord as well as with each other. You'll connect to God through prayer, praise and loads of Veggie fun! Inside this book, you'll find 52 devotions that concentrate on 6 different areas: love, trust, time, communication, joy, and faith. Each area has 8 sessions on that topic, and also has:
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Just Mom and Me Having Tea: A Devotional Bible Study for Mothers and Daughters Just Mom and Me Having Tea is the perfect venue for mothers and daughters to strengthen their special bond and grow in their walks with the Lord. Fun, easy-to-follow devotionals will inspire you and your daughter to open up and share with each other, paving the way for a lifetime of open communication. The unique tea party celebration ideas will add fun and fellowship to this delightful experience. Once completed this keepsake journal will serve as the perfect way to recall and cherish the memories you have created with your daughter. *Recommended for ages 6 to 9. |
No matter how often you conduct your Family Bible Studies or where you choose to do them, make them a great time of fellowship and bonding for all. In your final lesson, learn exciting ways to make this time fun and memorable for years to come.
May God bless your time together and make it fruitful for Him.
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