Preparing a Bible Passage Summary

The summary of the passage is a short paragraph that helps clarify the heart of the passage and launches into application. It is the bridge between discussing the meaning of a Bible passage to discussing what it means for our lives.

TIGHT Interpretation Questions

Great questions are at the heart of any solid Bible study. Here are five characteristics of great questions that will guide the interpretation part of the conversation deeper and help your group unlock the core message.

Observing a Passage

If you know what types of things to notice when observing a passage of the Bible, you’ll be able to see more than you normally do.

The Shape of an InterVarsity Bible Study

Explaining the shape of the OIA graphic.

Selecting Passages for Bible Study

10 Passages to start with and how to choose your own.

Discovery Questions – John

Use these Discovery Questions in John which provide you three unique study questions for each reading, joyfully offered to help you meet God in his Word with greater perceptivity, understanding, and power.

Discovery Questions – Luke

Use these Discovery Questions in Luke which provide you three unique study questions for each reading, joyfully offered to help you meet God in his Word with greater perceptivity, understanding, and power.

Discovery Questions – Mark

Use these Discovery Questions in Mark which provide you three unique study questions for each reading, joyfully offered to help you meet God in his Word with greater perceptivity, understanding, and power.

Discovery Questions – Matthew

Use these Discovery Questions in Matthew which provide you three unique study questions for each reading, joyfully offered to help you meet God in his Word with greater perceptivity, understanding, and power.

What is a Manuscript?

Learn about what a Manuscript is, why InterVarsity uses them, and how to make one yourself.