Leading a women’s Bible study in a small church is both a privilege and a challenge. This guide gives you everything you need — even if you have no seminary training.
What’s inside:
- Part 1: Before You Begin — Called to lead, preparing your heart, knowing your context
- Part 2: The Art of Preparation — Observation-first method, writing discussion questions, the question test
- Part 3: Facilitating the Session — Complete 45-60 minute session blueprint with timing
- Part 4: Leading Across Differences — New believers and mature saints in the same room
- Part 5: When Things Get Hard — Dominant voices, silent groups, theological disagreements, crisis moments
- Part 6: Beyond the Study — Mentoring, sustaining your soul, planning your next series
- Appendix — Observation Bible study method, free resources, prep checklist, recommended reading
Written for women leading Bible study in small and rural churches. Free download.