Repairing The Breach

How to use this study guide Step 1. Reading the Scripture Each study begins with the Scripture readings for the week, which you are encouraged to read together as a group. After the reading, take a few moments individually to record or remember your initial response to the text. We ground ourselves in the rhythms of the Bible. Step 2. Theological Reflection Have one of your group read aloud the ‘Theological Reflection’ section (or share the reading around the group). This is designed to help you understand the scripture passage contextually, highlighting possible meaning and understanding for you as readers. Feel free to question any of this, see what it sparks in you and ask questions of each other about any ideas raised. Step 3. Questions The questions are always starting points and every person or group will take them in different ways. That’s good! If they’re helpful, then go with them. If not, make up your own. Be sure to make space for each person to speak if they wish. Beware of the temptation to dominate a group, as it’s rarely, if ever, fruitful. Step 4. Music Many of the studies have one or two suggestions for a time of musical reflection or challenge. You can usually listen to and watch these on YouTube via a tablet, phone or Smart TV. You might choose to listen as you relax and reflect on the study you have just done or perhaps, you’d like to start with music so as to get your minds into a new place? Step 5. Personal Reflection This section is a more personal reflection from each writer, focussing on how the ideas in their work have been reflected in their own life. Remember, as always, that you don’t have to agree with everything that has been written. You might have similar or entirely different responses. That’s how we learn! One person in your group may be enraptured while you’re bewildered. Talk about it. Be bold. There may be more questions here. Woman on Rock - Carol Aust 10