DIVE is a resource to help anyone start a Bible study. It seeks to make the process as simple as possible so that the word of God may go anywhere with any Christian who is willing to facilitate. Resources provided by Purdue for Christ include a Bible Study Builder Template, a companion guide, and an example of how the template can be used. Access to free Bibles mentorship conversations are posted below. Additional resources provided by other Christian creators can be found throughout the page. We also encourage you to explore on your own!
If you or someone in your Bible study desires to have a physical Bible of their own, or if you need Bibles to use during the study, reach out to us and we would love to provide them! Also, make sure to check out the YouVersion Bible app for a plethora of free Bible translations, studies, and devotionals.
Don't wait! We encourage you to use the resources provided below to start bringing the Word of God into every space on Campus. Use the Bible Study template and its accompanying to build a study of your own. Or, look use preassembled studies, create discussion questions, and start today!
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Intervarsity is a nationwide ministry. Bible studies are an important part of what they do. They provide guide videos on how to lead bible studies. They also provide resources on how to build a bible study from scratch. Check it out below! The graphic to the left is a pacing guide valid for an Bible study.
ThroughTheWord is both a website and an app with over four years of devotional content. Download the app, start the Gospel of John (or another) plan, and invite others to join you. Then develop discussion questions based on the passage and devotional.
The Gospel Coalition provides free, online, and substantial Bible studies in their "Knowing the Bible" series. Follow the plan and facilitate this study through John (or another book) and start leading others through what it means to be a follower of Christ.
Daniel Hiller, a senior in Materials Engineering, is a longtime member of Cru! In his free time he enjoys IM Sports, especially ultimate frisbee. However, he also leads a Cru Bible study and would love to help others lead Bible studies well.
dhiller@purdue.edu
Are you experienced in leading Bible studies? Would you like to help equip others to lead Bible studies as well? Reach out to the Admin Team today. Share a little about yourself and your experience and make yourself available to the Church at Purdue.
Olivia Hodge is a senior in Purdue Bible Fellowship (PBF), the college ministry of Faith West Church. She co-leads one of the co-ed Bible studies there and would love to share her wisdom and insight to help you lead Bible studies as well.
ohodge@purdue.edu