HOW TO HELP THE BIBLE SCHOOL

We need to realize that the church grows in direct proportion to the amount of teaching being done.  Luke records: “Then the word of God spread, and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem, and a great many of the priests were obedient to the faith” (Acts 6:7).  It is a proven fact that congregations with an active, attentive and attractive Bible School grow.  Likewise, those with half-hearted efforts either simply “hold their own” or fall into decline.  When the Bible School is strong it means that the other areas of work such as visitation, personal teaching and benevolence will be strong as well.

The formula for a successful education program in the Lord’s church is a simple one.  There are no tricks or twists.  It is not an easy formula, but it is sure.  The success formula for the Bible School is spelled with just four letters -- WORK!  To be sure, there are other things involved such as wise planning, good organization, adequately equipped classroom, well-trained teachers, etc.  However, the fundamental formula for success is WORK.

Here are a few practical suggestions to help the Bible School grow:

Determine to be present for Bible class both Sunday and Wednesday.

Encourage others to attend...tell them about the lesson, the teacher and the class.

Talk the Bible class up...don’t run it down.

Make constructive suggestions to the elders.

Encourage the teachers and pray for them.

Determine to bring someone with you each week. Concentrate on one person or family at a time.

Call or visit those who visit your class and encourage them to return or set up a Bible study.

Do not grow weary in well doing (Galatians 6:9).

There is no substitute for WORK.  To have a successful Bible School program, it takes each member doing their best.  The Bible is the greatest book in the world.  It is the only book that tells where man came from, his purpose on earth and his destiny in eternity.  Therefore, let us put forth the maximum effort to make our Bible School a success.

--Dan Flournoy