What to Bring to Bible Class
At Central, we are blessed to have restarted Bible classes this month. It has been an exciting time, and our congregation has handled things very well. Though we have had to change things a little (only one adult class, some children meeting in different–larger–rooms, masks required), it is such a blessing to be able to learn in these environments again.
I am also excited to see other congregations restarting classes, or showing that they are headed that direction in the near future. For some, there have been no classes since March or April, meaning that students have not been in age-appropriate classes for half a year or more.
However, with all that time off, we may have forgotten some important things. So, whenever your congregation restarts classes, let me remind you of what you need to bring. It doesn’t matter what age you (or your children) are, these are essential for every Bible class.
- A Paper Sword. Now, I know that some use the Bible on a tablet or phone, and I get it. In fact, I know a few people who have to do this, because their eyesight is so poor that they have to use a tablet with huge lettering just to see the Scriptures. But for the vast majority of people, we need to bring a physical copy of the Bible with us. It is “our” Bible, and, with it being a book and not a device, there are no distractions that will pop up. (Parents, make your kids bring a Bible, but you set the example!)
- A Listening Ear. Too often, we get to class late, or we have rushed around so much getting ready, and we don’t really “hear” anything until 10 or 15 minutes have elapsed. We need to pray that, from the very first word, we are attentive to what the Scriptures teach, so that we are gaining all the knowledge we can.
- A Positive Attitude. I get it, it’s a morning on the weekend. Most of the world is sleeping in or lazing around and you are in something called “class.” But you are in Bible class learning about the greatest considerations you will ever have set before you! Be ready to learn and be grateful for the opportunity. Oh, and let your face know that you are excited.
- An Encouraging Word. No Bible school teacher that I know of gets paid to teach. Even preachers and youth ministers do not get “bonuses” just for teaching a class. All of your teachers are volunteering time and effort–and are missing being a student in a class themselves–in order to teach you. A simple “thank you” is like cool water on a hot day to that teacher. A word that shows you have learned something will blow them away.
- A Participating Spirit. If the teacher asks questions, be prepared to answer, even if you are unsure. If there are activities in children’s or youth classes, encourage your young people to be willing participants, not to have to be drug into taking part. Again, that teacher is doing his/her best, and a little participation goes a long way.
If your classes have restarted, why not go ahead and get these things ready for this week’s class? If they haven’t make preparations for the exciting day when they restart and jump in with two enthusiastic feet!
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AUTHOR: Adam Faughn
