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Sample Bible Study Guide for Christian Teens

A Sample Handout

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Here is a sample bible study guide/agenda for you to use in designing your own bible study. It includes all the major components you will want to incorporate in your own bible study based upon the topic of your choice.

Girls' Bible Study - Summer

Week 2: Esther - Becoming a Strong Woman of Faith

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Bible Chapters: Esther 1-10

Reading: "Esther" by Charles R. Swindoll Ch.1

Memory Verse: Proverbs 31:30 - "Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised." (NIV)

Prayer focus: Finding the Lord working in your life when you cannot hear or see Him.

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Opening Prayer

Announcements


Discussion:
About the story:
1. Who are the main characters of the story?
2. Which character can you relate to the most? Why?


Relating to Your Life:
3. Have you ever felt you had to be brave like Esther to do the right thing? Describe your situation.
4. Have you ever had to stand up for your faith? Describe the situation.
5. Tell us about a time when you came out of a bad situation and felt like celebrating.
6. Where is God's presence in the book of Esther?
7. Has there ever been a time in your life when you have stayed quiet and surrendered your situation to the Lord?


Prayer Requests

Individual Prayer

Group Prayer & Closing

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Notes:

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