Between sessions their excitement was obvious in broad
smiles and animated conversations, as they began to make plans to put into
practice what they were learning. They began to organize and discuss their
thoughts about simple Bible Study methods in small discipleship groups in their
communities and in their churches, and even among other pastors.
Open Bibles and pens in hands!
Yes, this is a working class, and each of the
participants are digging for discernment and understanding.
This culture lives
all of life in community, so working together in small groups was a very
productive approach to such an activity. At one of the tables, three men and three
women shared equal roles, using tools and easy questions to dig deep for truth.