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Discover, Share, Obey

Sean May 28, 2021
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Discover, Share, Obey

How do you change reading the Bible from being about acquiring information to receiving transformation?

I love the word “perspicuity.” It really just means clarity, but when used in the phrase “perspicuity of the Bible” it refers to the clarity and understandability of Scripture. Of course, not every word or passage of the Bible is clear. For centuries, the Church has continued to study and puzzle over some things in our holy book. However, the vast majority of both Old and New Testament are understandable to the reader as long as the translation is good. 
 
Enter the Discover, Share, Obey Approach. This is a way of reading the Bible, acting on what we learn, and witnessing to those around us that relies on the perspicuity of Scripture. This is a tool you can use to run Bible studies for seekers or believers; a way to let God be the teacher using the inspired Word. You can think of it as instructions for a journey or training in orienteering. Once you internalize the instructions, the map and compass can take you the rest of the way.

So, here’s a “how-to” for leading any small group to encounter Jesus in the pages of the Bible.

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Are you ready to try it yourself?

Now you have been exposed to the Discover, Share, Obey approach. Most of the topics in this course will give you an opportunity to read a passage of the Bible or learn a biblical principle and then act on it. It is through doing the word that we are transformed. 

Just like a physical tool, the best way to get proficient at using this method is to practice. I suggest you gather a small group and practice a few times with them over a month and see how the rhythm of reading this way begins to change the way you live your faith.

Test Yourself

What is just as important as your "To Do" list, when it comes to obedience?

Answer

Your "Stop Doing" list

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  • 1.3 “Discover, Share, Obey” Approach

    Posted by ECO on August 9, 2021 at 10:12 am

    After trying the Discover, Share, Obey approach a few times, what questions do you have, or what observations do you have about what works well with this approach?

    Lorna Anne replied 3 months, 3 weeks ago 8 Members · 11 Replies
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  • Daniel

    Member
    September 28, 2021 at 12:14 pm
    Rank: Level 1

    Wow tgis made so much sense to me and it makes reading the Bible much more enjoyable!

    • ECO

      Administrator
      September 29, 2021 at 2:29 pm
      Rank: Level 2

      @hope_dealer Glad to hear that you are finding it helpful!

  • Daniel

    Member
    September 29, 2021 at 11:03 pm
    Rank: Level 1

    Yes it is very helpful. I am enjoying this course and the fellowship with my church family is great!

  • Nikolas

    Member
    October 18, 2021 at 11:59 am
    Rank: Level 3

    One thing to really appreciate about the Discover, Share, Obey approach is the way it naturally integrates Bible reading with attentive prayer. Sitting with a passage and seeing what resonates with us, and then asking the Lord to show us who we can share this with, and how we can live it out faithfully is simple but also very personal. It’s a great reminder of how to foster a daily growing relationship with God through Word and Spirit. – N

    • ECO

      Administrator
      October 19, 2021 at 2:34 pm
      Rank: Level 2

      Thanks @Nikolas for confirming the validity of this method of Bible study. We love that it moves us past studying the bible just with our minds into action with our lives.

  • Deleted User

    Deleted User
    February 21, 2022 at 2:44 pm
    Rank: Level 1

    I love how simple this approach is and that it makes you take time to really think about what you’re reading and how you can turn that head knowledge into action in your life. I also really like that as soon as you finish reading, you turn straight to the Holy Spirit for insight into the Word; it really helps against just reading the Bible to check it off the To Do list!

    I will definitely be integrating this approach into our devotion times with our youth group!

    • ECO

      Administrator
      February 22, 2022 at 2:39 pm
      Rank: Level 2

      @JWasmuth wonderful. We love to see that people are finding tools they can share with others. That’s half the point of this method of bible study.

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