Frequently Asked  Questions

Looking for help using your discussion worksheets? Here's the place to answer quick questions about trials, subscriptions, curriculum alignment, and teaching tips.

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1. First - - a few basics:

Q: What is Steve's Bible Questions?

A: Steve's Bible Questions provides weekly, ready-to-use discussion worksheets for use in adult Bible study and Sunday School classes. Our goal is to help teachers lead deeper, more engaging conversations rooted in Scripture.

Q: Who is this site for?

A: We serve two main groups of folks:
- Teachers looking for high-quality Bible discussion questions to make their lessons more interactive.  
- Church leaders who want to equip their teachers and ensure consistent lesson quality.

Q: What curriculums do the questions support?

A:  The Worksheets use the same scriptures (each week) as the Lifeway Explore the Bible and Bible Studies for Life lessons.

Q: How do I get started?

A: Sign up for our free trial to receive sample worksheets. You can explore them yourself or give them to other teachers to try in class.  

2. About the Worksheets
Q: How are the worksheets structured?

A: Each worksheet includes:
- A short introduction to the Bible passage
- About 10 open-ended discussion questions with supporting verses
- About 5 life application points or questions

 

Q:  Can't I just write my own questions?

A:  Of course.  What we offer is a shortcut - - we do the heavy lifting each week by providing a worksheet with questions already written.

Q: How often are worksheets published?

A: Weekly, aligned with the pace of typical Sunday School lesson cycles.

 

Q:  What do the look like?  Can I preview a sample?

A: Yes! We offer a free trial:so you can see exactly

what you'll get before subscribing. 

Here's an example: 
 

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3. What are some users saying about the Worksheets?

           

             "Students leaned in more when I used just
               three of the application questions.”
                      -  Jack M.,  (Teacher) Atlanta, GA

               "My teachers report more engagement
                 and participation when they use the 
                 Worksheets"
                         -  Phil J.  (Discipleship Pastor) Arlington, TX                

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4. Subscriptions & Trials

Q: How does the free trial work?

A: You get access to several weeks of

worksheets to evaluate their fit for your class or church.

Q: What subscription plans are available?

A: We offer a month-to-month option, which is ideal for teachers with occasional or rotating teaching duties.  We also offer an annual subscription, at a substantial savings.

Q: If I get the annual subscription, can I still cancel anytime?

A: Yes-your subscription can be canceled without penalty.  We'll gladly refund the unused portion of your subscription fee.

4. For Church Leaders

Q: How can I introduce these worksheets to my teachers?

A: Suggestion 1:  Provide them during a teacher meeting or email them in advance of the lesson. Encourage teachers to try them at least once - - at least for a few questions.  Suggestion 2:  Invite your newest teacher to co-teach (with you or an experienced teacher) using the worksheet, then debrief afterward.  Click the button for more ideas on how to introduce them:

 

Q: How can I measure their effectiveness?

A: Look for increased class participation, deeper discussion, and more personal application of the lesson.

Q: Can these worksheets be used with the Lifeway lessons we're already using?

A: Yes! They are designed to complement popular Lifeway series like Bible Studies for Life and Explore the Bible.

5. For Teachers

Q: How can I adapt the worksheets to my class?

A: You can use all the questions provided, or select a few that fit your class time and dynamics best.
Also, I like to email the worksheet to my class each week and let them know that "we'll be discussing these verses on Sunday in class."  I ask them to jot down a few ideas in preparation for Sunday.

Q: How can I adapt the worksheets if my class is quiet?

A: Start with easier questions to get people talking, then move into deeper ones.   Start with "What does the scripture SAY?" questions, and then move into "What does it mean?" questions.  Finally, move to "How can I apply this scripture to my life?" questions.  )This is the progression.)

Q: Do I have to follow the order of questions?

A: Not at all. Feel free to mix the order to match the flow of your lesson.

6. Using Them with Lifeway Materials

Q: How does this fit with Lifeway lessons?

A: Our worksheets follow similar passages and themes, but focus on interactive, question-based teaching.  Use them to complement your normal presentation.

Q: Do I still need to prepare the regular Lifeway lesson?

A: Yes-our worksheets are a supplement, not a replacement. They help you draw out discussion from the core material.

 

Q:  can I use these worksheets with the Lifeway  Explore the Bible lessons I'm already teaching?

A:  Yes.  Our Explorations worksheets are keyed to the exact scriptures you or your teachers are already teaching from your Explore the Bible materials.  They're designed to augment the Lifeway materials.

Q:  Can I use the worksheets with the Lifeway Bible Studies for Life lessons that I'm already teaching?  

A:  Yes.  Our Life Lessons worksheets are keyed to the exact scriptures you or your teachers are already teaching.

7. Practical Tips & Best Practices

Q: How do I encourage participation?

A: Use open-ended questions, listen actively, and affirm contributions.  Here's link to an article that covers this idea in detail: 

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Q: Can I email worksheets to members who miss class?

A: Absolutely-it's a great way to keep them connected.  They're supplied as PDFs, so they're easy to print and email.

Q: What's the best way to use them in a short class?

A: Choose 3-5 questions that align most closely with your teaching goal for the week.

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