Bible Study Questions for Adults: Deepening Your Understanding of Scripture

Welcome to my inaugural stevesbiblequestions blog post. It's my hope to post my thoughts weekly. I'm thinking that usually it will be something related to my Bible Discussion Questions, but who knows - - I might explore other teaching topics occasionally. It's really a blank slate. Of course, if you have suggestions for topics or specific questions, please drop me a note at steve@stevesbiblequestions.com.

Let's dive in to our topic: Bible Study Questions for Adults: Deepening Your Understanding of Scripture

As we all know, Bible study is a vital practice for spiritual growth, and the main study most class members get each week is right there in your class. What an awesome responsibility God has entrusted to you !  We’re here to help:  We believe adult Bible study groups need discussion questions that challenge participants to think deeply and apply what they’ve learned to their lives. Below are several categories of Bible study questions that we use weekly to help you and your group engage with the Word of God more effectively:

1. Observation Questions

These questions help your group focus on the text itself. They’re great for opening the discussion and ensuring everyone is on the same page. WE usually include a couple of these.  For example:

• “What is happening in this passage?”

• “Who are the main characters?”

• “Where is this event taking place?”

  
  

2. Interpretation Questions

These questions dive deeper into the meaning of the text. They encourage your group to consider the author’s intent and how the Scripture fits into the larger narrative of the Bible. These form the “meat” of our questions each week.  For example:

• What does this passage teach us about God?

• What is the main message the author is trying to communicate?

• How does this passage relate to other portions of the Bible?

• Who was the author writing to?

• What did the author’s words mean to his original audience?

3. Application Questions

Application questions move the discussion from knowledge to action. They encourage participants to think about how they can apply the lessons from the Bible to their daily lives. For example:

• How can I apply these scriptures in my family life?

• How can I apply this truth in my workplace?

• What change does God want me to make in my relationships?

• What actions should I take as a result of God speaking to me today?

4. Reflection Questions

Reflection questions invite introspection. They allow participants to think about their personal journey and how the Scripture speaks to their current life situation. For example:

• What does this passage reveal about your own heart?

• What attitude change is God prompting in me through today’s scriptures?

• In what areas do I need to grow based on what I’ve studied?

  
  

5. Group Interaction Questions

These questions encourage members to interact with each other and share their perspectives. They can deepen community and promote mutual learning. For example:

• “How has this verse impacted your faith this week?”

• “What challenges or questions does this passage raise for you?”

We'll continue this train of thought in next week's post.