Berean Bible Study - My Vision

I just wanted to take a few moments to share what is on my heart for this website and ministry. First, Berean Bible Study is in its very beginnings but God has given me a vision for what He can do with this.

1. I want people to understand that bible study is not about academics but action. We will not study the bible just to know its contents but to make us conform to the will and heart of God.
2. I want to remove any and all obstacles people have when it comes to studying the bible. I do not want anything to prevent someone from approaching the bible without confidence.
3. Built upon #1 and #2, I want to promote a insatiable hunger in people for the bible. God’s Word is alive and we should not be able to help ourselves but get into it.
4. I want to build a respect for the bible so that its message is not to be abused. The bible are the very words of God so we must not misinterpret it or take it out of context for any reason.
5. I want to show those, who have gone through #1 to #4, how to study the bible that is exciting, rewarding, efficient, and not intimidating. Bible study is not just for the pastor or bible student. It is for every child of God.
6. I want to encourage those, who have gone through #1 to #5, to get others to get involved in bible study. There are times for personal bible study, but it gets richer and more dynamic when it is a shared experience with others.
7. I want to help those who start their own bible studies with materials, encouragement, and direction so that their bible study group will be a success. This website and ministry will be there to support and edify your bible study group.
8. I would like to see some bible study groups do exploratory bible studies geared to bring in the unsaved to hear the Word of God through a special bible study with the goal to share the gospel with them.
9. Eventually I want to start periodic bible conferences and retreats that will encourage, rejuvenate, and equip the attendees. These can be special times where God can really touch the hearts of those who come, where God can impress Himself on them pertaining to His Word and ministry.

Just some thoughts that God has placed on my heart. It all starts somewhere. If you want to get involved, we are going to have a bible study online starting in June. Just fill out your name and email address to the right and you will be emailed more information.