ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDIES

SEARCHING THE SCRIPTURES • KNOWING CHRIST • GROWING IN TRUTH • LIVING THE WORD • EQUIPPING THE SAINTS

• ANCTWIGC Bible Studies are structured opportunities for people to carefully study, understand, discuss and apply the Holy Scriptures.

• Bible study is a major part of our commitment to being:

  • Christ-Centred.

  • Word-Filled.

  • Spirit-Led.

  • Kingdom-Built.

  • Nation-Reaching.

• We believe believers should not depend only upon hearing sermons.

• We encourage every believer to become increasingly familiar with God's Word through:

  • Reading.

  • Studying.

  • Meditating.

  • Discussing.

  • Applying.

  • Obeying.

  • Teaching.

  • Sharing.

• Our Bible studies seek to develop believers who can understand biblical truth and apply it faithfully to everyday life.

1. JEHOVAH YAHWEH — THE FOUNDATION OF OUR STUDIES

• ANCTWIGC Bible Studies begin with Jehovah Yahweh.

• We study Scripture to know:

  • Who God is.

  • What God has revealed.

  • God's character.

  • God's purposes.

  • God's ways.

  • God's relationship with humanity.

  • God's redemptive plan.

• We seek to approach Scripture with:

  • Reverence.

  • Humility.

  • Faith.

  • Prayer.

  • Careful attention.

• The ultimate purpose of Bible study is not merely accumulating information but knowing and honouring God.

OUR FOUNDATION

JEHOVAH YAHWEH → HIS WORD → UNDERSTANDING → FAITH → OBEDIENCE → LIFE → SERVICE

2. JESUS CHRIST — THE CENTRE OF OUR BIBLE STUDIES

• We study the Scriptures with Jesus Christ at the centre.

• We examine:

  • Christ's identity.

  • Christ's teachings.

  • Christ's ministry.

  • Christ's death.

  • Christ's resurrection.

  • Christ's lordship.

  • Christ's Kingdom.

  • Christ's commission.

• We seek to understand how the whole biblical story points toward God's redemptive purposes fulfilled in Christ.

• Bible study should lead us toward:

  • Knowing Christ.

  • Trusting Christ.

  • Following Christ.

  • Obeying Christ.

  • Becoming more Christlike.

  • Proclaiming Christ.

3. THE HOLY GHOST AND BIBLE STUDY

• We recognize the need for the Holy Ghost to help believers understand and apply God's truth.

• Bible study should therefore be approached prayerfully.

• We seek:

  • Wisdom.

  • Understanding.

  • Discernment.

  • Spiritual sensitivity.

  • Conviction.

  • Application.

• The Holy Ghost does not replace careful study of Scripture.

• We seek to combine:

  • Prayer.

  • Careful reading.

  • Sound interpretation.

  • Biblical context.

  • Spiritual application.

4. THE HOLY BIBLE — OUR SUPREME WRITTEN FOUNDATION

• The Holy Bible is the primary source for ANCTWIGC Bible Studies.

• Scripture is studied for:

  • Doctrine.

  • Instruction.

  • Correction.

  • Reproof.

  • Wisdom.

  • Spiritual growth.

  • Christian conduct.

  • Ministry preparation.

• 2 Timothy 3:16–17 provides a foundational framework for understanding the usefulness of Scripture.

• We encourage participants to examine biblical passages in their context rather than building major teachings on isolated verses.

5. WHY WE STUDY THE BIBLE

ANCTWIGC Bible Studies seek to help people:

• Know God.

• Know Jesus Christ.

• Understand Scripture.

• Build biblical faith.

• Grow spiritually.

• Develop Christian character.

• Recognize biblical truth.

• Apply Scripture to everyday life.

• Become mature disciples.

• Become effective servants.

• Become responsible teachers.

• Become faithful witnesses.

• Make disciples of others.

6. SEARCHING THE SCRIPTURES

• We encourage participants to become active students of Scripture.

• Bible study should involve:

  • Reading the passage.

  • Observing what it says.

  • Identifying its context.

  • Asking questions.

  • Comparing Scripture with Scripture.

  • Understanding its meaning.

  • Applying its principles.

• Acts 17:11 provides an important model of examining the Scriptures carefully.

READ → OBSERVE → UNDERSTAND → COMPARE → APPLY → OBEY

7. BIBLE STUDY IS MORE THAN READING

• Reading gives exposure to the text.

• Study seeks deeper understanding.

• Meditation allows God's truth to be reflected upon.

• Application connects biblical truth to life.

• Obedience demonstrates response to God's Word.

• Teaching allows truth to be passed to others.

READING → STUDY → MEDITATION → APPLICATION → OBEDIENCE → TRANSFORMATION

8. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDY METHODS

Bible studies may use appropriate methods such as:

• Book Studies
  
  

  • Studying an entire biblical book systematically.

• Chapter Studies
  
  

  • Examining a chapter carefully.

• Verse Studies
  
  

  • Examining important verses within their context.

• Topical Studies
  
  

  • Examining what Scripture teaches about a particular subject.

• Character Studies
  
  

  • Examining biblical people and the lessons from their lives.

• Doctrinal Studies
  
  

  • Studying foundational Christian beliefs.

• Word Studies
  
  

  • Examining important biblical terms and their contexts.

• Thematic Studies
  
  

  • Following a major biblical theme through Scripture.

• Life-Application Studies
  
  

  • Connecting biblical principles with everyday Christian living.

9. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDY CATEGORIES

Bible studies may cover:

• Knowing God.

• Jesus Christ.

• The Holy Ghost.

• The Holy Bible.

• Salvation.

• Repentance.

• Faith.

• Grace.

• Love.

• Holiness.

• Prayer.

• Worship.

• The Church.

• Discipleship.

• Spiritual gifts.

• Christian character.

• Leadership.

• Evangelism.

• Missions.

• Kingdom of God.

• Family.

• Marriage.

• Parenting.

• Youth.

• Children.

• Christian stewardship.

• Service.

• Spiritual maturity.

• Christian hope.

• The return of Christ.

• Biblical prophecy.

• Spiritual warfare.

• Restoration.

• Christian mission.

10. BIBLE STUDY AND SALVATION

• Bible studies explain the biblical message of salvation.

• Participants can study:

  • Humanity's need for salvation.

  • Sin.

  • Repentance.

  • Faith.

  • Grace.

  • The death of Christ.

  • The resurrection of Christ.

  • New life.

  • Discipleship.

• The objective is to understand the Gospel and respond faithfully to Christ.

11. BIBLE STUDY AND FAITH

• We study how Scripture develops biblical faith.

• Topics may include:

  • Trusting God.

  • God's faithfulness.

  • Prayer.

  • Perseverance.

  • Obedience.

  • Walking by faith.

  • Faith during trials.

• Romans 10:17 emphasizes the relationship between faith and hearing the Word of Christ.

12. BIBLE STUDY AND HOLINESS

• We examine Scripture's teaching concerning holy living.

• Studies may address:

  • Consecration.

  • Purity.

  • Integrity.

  • Obedience.

  • Self-control.

  • Righteousness.

  • Christlike character.

• 1 Peter 1:15–16 provides a foundational call to holiness.

13. BIBLE STUDY AND LOVE

• We study biblical love toward:

  • God.

  • Christ.

  • Fellow believers.

  • Family.

  • Neighbours.

  • Humanity.

• We examine how love should affect:

  • Speech.

  • Relationships.

  • Forgiveness.

  • Service.

  • Leadership.

  • Evangelism.

• Matthew 22:37–40; John 13:34–35; 1 Corinthians 13.

14. BIBLE STUDY AND PRAYER

• Bible studies can teach believers how Scripture informs prayer.

• Topics include:

  • Prayer.

  • Intercession.

  • Thanksgiving.

  • Supplication.

  • Persistence.

  • Corporate prayer.

  • Prayer for leaders.

  • Prayer for the Church.

  • Prayer for nations.

• Matthew 6:5–13; Luke 18:1; 1 Thessalonians 5:17.

15. BIBLE STUDY AND THE HOLY GHOST

• Studies may examine:

  • The person of the Holy Ghost.

  • The work of the Holy Ghost.

  • Spiritual gifts.

  • Spiritual fruit.

  • Guidance.

  • Empowerment.

  • Christian witness.

• Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 12:4–11; Galatians 5:22–23.

16. BIBLE STUDY AND SPIRITUAL GIFTS

• Believers may study the biblical teaching concerning spiritual gifts.

• Studies can cover:

  • The purpose of gifts.

  • Different gifts.

  • Responsible use of gifts.

  • Love and spiritual gifts.

  • Order in ministry.

  • Serving others.

• 1 Corinthians 12–14; Romans 12:3–8; 1 Peter 4:10–11.

17. BIBLE STUDY AND SPIRITUAL WARFARE

• Bible studies may examine biblical teaching concerning spiritual conflict.

• Topics include:

  • Spiritual vigilance.

  • Faith.

  • Prayer.

  • God's Word.

  • Righteousness.

  • Perseverance.

  • Resisting evil.

  • Dependence upon God.

• Ephesians 6:10–18; James 4:7; 1 Peter 5:8–9.

• We seek to approach spiritual warfare through biblical truth rather than fear, speculation or sensationalism.

18. BIBLE STUDY AND CHRISTIAN CHARACTER

We study biblical qualities such as:

• Faithfulness.

• Humility.

• Integrity.

• Patience.

• Kindness.

• Gentleness.

• Self-control.

• Forgiveness.

• Compassion.

• Courage.

• Servanthood.

• Perseverance.

19. BIBLE STUDY AND DISCIPLESHIP

• Bible study is central to making disciples.

• We seek to move believers from:

  • Conversion.

  • Foundation.

  • Growth.

  • Maturity.

  • Service.

  • Leadership.

  • Multiplication.

• Matthew 28:18–20; 2 Timothy 2:2.

DISCIPLE → GROW → SERVE → TEACH → MAKE DISCIPLES

20. BIBLE STUDY AND LEADERSHIP

• Leaders should be grounded in Scripture.

• Bible studies for leaders may cover:

  • Servant leadership.

  • Character.

  • Accountability.

  • Stewardship.

  • Wisdom.

  • Pastoral care.

  • Teamwork.

  • Conflict resolution.

  • Developing other leaders.

• Mark 10:42–45; 1 Peter 5:1–4; 2 Timothy 2:2.

21. BIBLE STUDY AND EVANGELISM

• Participants learn biblical foundations for proclaiming Christ.

• Studies may cover:

  • The Great Commission.

  • Gospel presentation.

  • Personal witness.

  • Evangelistic Scripture.

  • Discipleship after conversion.

• Matthew 28:18–20; Mark 16:15; Romans 10:14–15.

22. BIBLE STUDY AND MISSIONS

• We study God's heart for the nations.

• Biblical missions studies can examine:

  • God's global purpose.

  • Abrahamic blessing.

  • Israel and the nations.

  • Christ's Great Commission.

  • Acts and the expansion of the Gospel.

  • Paul and missionary journeys.

  • Church planting.

  • Cross-cultural witness.

23. ACTS 13:47 AND THE ANCTWIGC BIBLE-STUDY MANDATE

• Acts 13:47 provides a significant missionary framework for ANCTWIGC.

• We study the biblical calling to be:

  • A light.

  • A witness.

  • A messenger of salvation.

  • A people committed to reaching beyond geographical boundaries.

• This supports our ministry expression:

A LIGHT TO THE NATIONS

FROM PLACE TO PLACE

NATION TO NATION

TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH

24. GEOGRAPHICAL BIBLE STUDIES

• ANCTWIGC can study Scripture with attention to biblical geography.

• Biblical geographical studies may examine:

  • Locations.

  • Regions.

  • Cities.

  • Nations.

  • Rivers.

  • Mountains.

  • Travel routes.

  • Missionary journeys.

  • Historical settings.

• Geography can help students understand the context in which biblical events occurred.

• Examples include:

  • The land of Israel.

  • Jerusalem.

  • Galilee.

  • Judea.

  • Samaria.

  • Asia Minor.

  • Macedonia.

  • Greece.

  • Rome.

• Such studies help connect the biblical narrative with its geographical setting.

25. BIBLICAL GEOGRAPHY AND MISSIONS

• The book of Acts provides a powerful example of geographical Gospel expansion.

• Students can trace:

  • Jerusalem.

  • Judea.

  • Samaria.

  • The wider Gentile world.

  • Paul's missionary journeys.

  • The movement toward Rome.

• Acts 1:8 provides a useful geographical framework for Gospel witness.

JERUSALEM → JUDEA → SAMARIA → ENDS OF THE EARTH

26. BIBLE STUDY AND CULTURAL CONTEXT

• Where appropriate, Bible studies may examine:

  • Historical background.

  • Cultural practices.

  • Political settings.

  • Social structures.

  • Religious contexts.

  • Geographic conditions.

• Context helps students understand why biblical passages were written and how they function within Scripture.

• Context should support Scripture rather than override what Scripture actually says.

27. HOME AND HOUSE FELLOWSHIP BIBLE STUDIES

• Bible study can take place in homes and smaller fellowships.

• Home studies may include:

  • Family Bible study.

  • Prayer.

  • Scripture discussion.

  • Discipleship.

  • Evangelistic Bible studies.

  • Fellowship.

• The home can become a place of biblical learning, prayer and Christian encouragement.

28. CHILDREN'S BIBLE STUDIES

• Children's Bible studies should use age-appropriate teaching.

• They can introduce:

  • God.

  • Creation.

  • Jesus.

  • Salvation.

  • Prayer.

  • Faith.

  • Love.

  • Obedience.

  • Biblical characters.

  • Christian character.

• The objective is to establish a biblical foundation early in life.

29. YOUTH BIBLE STUDIES

• Youth Bible studies can address biblical truth alongside real-life questions.

• Topics may include:

  • Identity in Christ.

  • Purpose.

  • Faith.

  • Holiness.

  • Relationships.

  • Peer pressure.

  • Digital life.

  • Education.

  • Work.

  • Leadership.

  • Evangelism.

  • Christian decision-making.

30. ADULT BIBLE STUDIES

• Adult studies can address:

  • Spiritual maturity.

  • Family.

  • Marriage.

  • Parenting.

  • Work.

  • Finances.

  • Leadership.

  • Christian service.

  • Ministry.

  • Missions.

  • Personal spiritual growth.

31. BIBLE STUDY FOR NEW BELIEVERS

New believers can be established through studies on:

• The Gospel.

• Salvation.

• Repentance.

• Faith.

• Baptism.

• Prayer.

• Bible reading.

• The Holy Ghost.

• Christian fellowship.

• Church life.

• Holy living.

• Evangelism.

• Spiritual growth.

FOUNDATION → ESTABLISHMENT → GROWTH → MATURITY

32. BIBLE STUDY FOR MATURE BELIEVERS

• Advanced studies can explore:

  • Biblical theology.

  • Christian doctrine.

  • Leadership.

  • Hermeneutics.

  • Biblical interpretation.

  • Spiritual gifts.

  • Missions.

  • Church history.

  • Apologetics.

  • Discipleship.

  • Kingdom theology.

• The objective is deeper understanding that produces faithful ministry.

33. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDY CLASS STRUCTURE

A typical study can contain:

• Topic

• Main Scripture

• Supporting Scriptures

• Study Objective

• Introduction

• Biblical Background

• Key Terms

• Major Teaching Points

• Scripture Examination

• Questions and Discussion

• Practical Application

• Personal Reflection

• Prayer

• Key Takeaway

• Assignment / Further Study

34. PARTICIPATION AND DISCUSSION

• Bible study should encourage meaningful participation.

• Participants may:

  • Read Scripture.

  • Ask questions.

  • Explain observations.

  • Compare passages.

  • Discuss applications.

  • Share appropriate testimonies.

  • Pray together.

• Questions should encourage people to engage Scripture rather than merely repeat the teacher's words.

35. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDY QUESTIONS

Questions may include:

• What does the passage actually say?

• Who is speaking?

• To whom is it spoken?

• What is happening?

• What is the historical or literary context?

• What does this reveal about God?

• What does this reveal about Christ?

• What does this teach about the Holy Ghost?

• What does this teach about humanity?

• What command is given?

• What promise is made?

• What warning is given?

• What principle can be applied?

• How should this change my life?

• How can I teach this to someone else?

36. WORD-TO-LIFE APPLICATION

• ANCTWIGC Bible Studies should continually connect Scripture with practical Christian living.

• Participants should ask:

  • What must I believe?

  • What must I change?

  • What must I obey?

  • What must I stop doing?

  • What must I begin doing?

  • Who can I encourage?

  • Who can I disciple?

  • Where can I serve?

UNDERSTAND → APPLY → OBEY

37. BIBLE STUDY AND SPIRITUAL TRANSFORMATION

• The ultimate objective is transformation.

• We desire people to move from:

  • Ignorance to understanding.

  • Unbelief to faith.

  • Disobedience to obedience.

  • Immaturity to maturity.

  • Self-centred living to Christ-centred living.

  • Passive Christianity to active Kingdom service.

38. BIBLE STUDY AND GENERATIONAL TRANSFER

• ANCTWIGC seeks to pass biblical truth from one generation to another.

• We encourage:

  • Parents teaching children.

  • Mature believers mentoring younger believers.

  • Teachers training students.

  • Leaders raising leaders.

  • Disciples making disciples.

• 2 Timothy 2:2 provides a strong biblical framework for faithful transmission of teaching.

RECEIVE → LEARN → LIVE → TEACH → TRAIN → TRANSFER → MULTIPLY

39. DIGITAL ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDIES

• ANCTWIGC Bible Studies can extend beyond physical meeting locations through appropriate digital platforms.

• Online resources may include:

  • Written Bible studies.

  • Video teachings.

  • Audio teachings.

  • Downloadable study materials.

  • Online discussion.

  • Bible-study series.

  • Discipleship courses.

• This provides opportunities for people in different geographical locations to access biblical teaching.

40. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDY LIBRARY

The website can organize Bible-study resources by:

• Bible Books

• Bible Topics

• Doctrine

• Discipleship

• Prayer

• Faith

• Holiness

• Love

• Holy Ghost

• Evangelism

• Missions

• Leadership

• Family

• Youth

• Children

• Kingdom

• Spiritual Growth

• Spiritual Warfare

• Christian Living

41. BIBLE STUDY AND SERMONS — THEIR DIFFERENCE

SERMONS

• Primarily proclaim and teach a message to an audience.

• May call people to:

  • Faith.

  • Repentance.

  • Action.

  • Encouragement.

BIBLE STUDIES

• Provide greater opportunity for:

  • Examination.

  • Explanation.

  • Questions.

  • Discussion.

  • Comparison of Scriptures.

  • Application.

TOGETHER

SERMONS PROCLAIM.

BIBLE STUDIES ESTABLISH.

DISCIPLESHIP DEVELOPS.

SERVICE RELEASES.

MISSIONS SEND.

42. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDY PATHWAY

HEAR

• Encounter God's Word.

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STUDY

• Examine the Scriptures.

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UNDERSTAND

• Discover biblical meaning.

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BELIEVE

• Respond with faith.

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OBEY

• Put God's Word into practice.

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GROW

• Develop spiritual maturity.

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SERVE

• Use gifts and abilities responsibly.

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TEACH

• Help others understand.

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DISCIPLE

• Develop faithful followers of Christ.

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SEND

• Carry the Gospel outward.

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REACH THE NATIONS

43. WHAT ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDIES SHOULD PRODUCE

• Knowledge of God.

• Faith in Christ.

• Understanding of Scripture.

• Dependence upon the Holy Ghost.

• Prayerfulness.

• Holiness.

• Love.

• Christlike character.

• Spiritual maturity.

• Biblical discernment.

• Faithful service.

• Evangelistic passion.

• Missionary vision.

• Leadership development.

• Disciple-making.

• Kingdom-minded living.

44. OUR BIBLE-STUDY STANDARD

• SCRIPTURE BEFORE SPECULATION.

• CHRIST BEFORE PERSONALITY.

• TRUTH BEFORE TRADITION.

• CONTEXT BEFORE CONCLUSION.

• UNDERSTANDING BEFORE APPLICATION.

• OBEDIENCE BEFORE MERE INFORMATION.

• CHARACTER BEFORE PLATFORM.

• SERVICE BEFORE STATUS.

• MISSION BEFORE COMFORT.

45. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDIES AND OUR IDENTITY

CHRIST-CENTRED

• Christ is central to what we study and teach.

WORD-FILLED

• Scripture fills our teaching and discipleship.

SPIRIT-LED

• We depend upon the Holy Ghost for wisdom and spiritual application.

KINGDOM-BUILT

• Bible knowledge is developed for Kingdom service.

NATION-REACHING

• We study, teach and multiply God's Word so that the Gospel can reach beyond geographical boundaries.

46. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDIES — OUR GEOGRAPHICAL VISION

• Bible study begins wherever believers gather.

• It can extend from:

  • Home

  • Fellowship

  • Local Church

  • Community

  • City

  • Region

  • Nation

  • Continent

  • International Community

  • Global Digital Community

• God's Word can therefore be studied locally while its mission remains global.

LOCAL STUDY — GLOBAL IMPACT

47. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDIES — OUR GREAT COMMISSION CONNECTION

• We study God's Word so that we can live God's Word.

• We live God's Word so that we can demonstrate Christ.

• We demonstrate Christ so that we can witness effectively.

• We witness so that people may hear the Gospel.

• Those who receive Christ can be discipled.

• Disciples can be equipped.

• Equipped believers can serve.

• Faithful servants can help make other disciples.

• The Gospel can therefore multiply across geographical boundaries.

WORD → DISCIPLES → WORKERS → MISSIONARIES → CHURCHES → NATIONS

48. ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDIES — OUR DECLARATION

• We will study the Word of God.

• We will seek to understand Scripture faithfully.

• We will centre our understanding on Christ.

• We will depend upon the Holy Ghost.

• We will test teaching by Scripture.

• We will apply God's Word to everyday life.

• We will pursue holiness and godly character.

• We will grow as disciples.

• We will equip others.

• We will teach the next generation.

• We will proclaim the Gospel.

• We will make disciples.

• We will carry the Word beyond our immediate location.

• We will serve our communities.

• We will reach across geographical boundaries.

• We will pursue the Acts 13:47 vision of being a light to the nations.

ANCTWIGC BIBLE STUDIES

SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES.

KNOW GOD.

KNOW CHRIST.

FOLLOW THE HOLY GHOST.

UNDERSTAND THE WORD.

LIVE THE TRUTH.

GROW AS DISCIPLES.

EQUIP THE SAINTS.

SEND THE WORD.

REACH THE NATIONS.

JEHOVAH YAHWEH FIRST — CHRIST AT THE CENTRE — HOLY GHOST EMPOWERED — BIBLE ESTABLISHED — DISCIPLES EQUIPPED — KINGDOM ADVANCED — NATIONS REACHED.

“A LIGHT TO THE NATIONS — FROM PLACE TO PLACE, NATION TO NATION, AND TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH.”