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KNOW YOUR BIBLE study material is internationally recognised as a relevant, dynamic and practical Bible study aid. Generally each study focuses on a book in the Bible which is studied in detail, thus enabling you to ‘know your Bible’ and apply it to your life. The KYB method combines personal study with group sharing as each participant does the study at home prior to meeting with their group for discussion. KNOW YOUR BIBLE (KYB) material is designed for group use. The studies have a set part of the Bible to read each day at home and questions to be answered. When the group meets, the leader introduces the study. The participants then break into groups to share and discuss their answers to the questions. After the discussion groups, the leader gives a summary of the study. The recommended time for a complete session is 1½ hours. Please contact our office for more information about any studies. Studies are also available in a different writing style. The studies have the same content as the standard study. They are also in the same format as the standard study and have the same cover. These studies are known as Special Edition, or SE studies.The different writing style in a Special Edition study book allows for an easier understanding of the content. Special Editions are particularly helpful for those whose second language is English. *************************************************************************** KYB JONAH - comparison STANDARD STUDY: Around 930 BC after King Solomon died, Israel's twelve tribes split into two kingdoms. This happened because Solomon's son and successor, Rehoboam, increased the already heavy burden of taxes and enforced labour his father had levied on the Israelites. A revolt against harsh treatment was led by one of Solomon's officials: Jereboam son of Nebat (1 Kings 11:26). Questions from study 1: 1. From the Introduction, what is the central theme of the book of Jonah? 3. Israel was reaping the benefits of God's blessing but ignoring God's prophetic messages about their sin. Why do you think it is dangerous to reject God's rebuke for sin? SPECIAL EDITION: Around 930 BC Israel's twelve tribes split into two kingdoms. This happened after King Solomon died. Solomon had put a heavy of taxes and labour on the Israelites. His son, Rehoboam, increased it. One of Solomon's officials, Jereboam son of Nebat, led a revolt against this harsh treatment (1 Kings 11:26). Questions from study 1: 1. What is the main theme of the book of Jonah? (See the Introduction.) 3. Israel gained from God's blessing, but ignored God's messages about sin. Why do you think it is dangerous to reject God's rebuke for sin? ************************************************************************** Some KYB groups include participants who use standard study books and those who use special edition study books - within the one group. Because the format is the same, participants are able to refer to question numbers and paragraphs in the review notes without any confusion. The different writing style in special edition studies is particularly attractive to students in schools where a subject such as Biblical studies is included in a curriculum. A number of groups, each with a leader, can use the special edition material. Each student completes the questions before the group meets. The leader encourages the sharing of answers and facilitates discussion. Now available as Special Edition studies:
Jeremiah Mark Psalms of Thessalonians mercy & hope
Jonah Joshua Colossians and Psalms of Philemon strength & courage
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