- Reading the Word Together
Backpack: Section 2, Part 3—”The Bible” Accessible, practical guidance on engaging Scripture personally and alongside others (Backpack PDF, Section 2).
Online: Gathering One 2 One – Resources for one to one Bible reading including the COMA method that has been popularised by pastor and author David Helm in his book, “One to One Bible Reading” (gatheringone2one.com/biblereading) / A pdf of resources from Helm’s book can be downloaded for free here: matthiasmedia.com.au/Samples/otobr/OTOBR-Sheets-for-copying-A4.pdf
- Modelling How to Ask Good Questions
Backpack: Section 1, Part 1—”The God We Can Know” – Teaches observing and interpreting Scripture through reflective questions, helping people see how God reveals himself through His Word (Backpack PDF, Section 1).
Online: Cru.org – “Discovery Bible Study” – Provides a simple framework of meaningful questions anyone can use to explore Scripture deeply. (cru.org/us/en/train-and-grow/bible-studies/how-to-reach-the-world-with-a-new-style-of-bible-study.html)
- Sharing How God is Speaking to You
Backpack: Section 3, Part 3—”Community” – Encourages sharing real-life stories of personal encounters with God’s truth, highlighting community as a place for mutual encouragement (Backpack PDF, Section 3).
Online: Desiring God – “The Art of One-Anothering” – Practical guidance on authentically sharing personal walk with God in community. https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-art-of-one-anothering
- Memorizing Scripture Together
Backpack: Section 2, Part 3—”The Bible” – Brief guidance on the importance and methods of Scripture memorization as a practical discipline (Backpack PDF, Section 2).
Online: The Navigators – “Topical Memory System” – Structured resource for systematic Bible memorization that can easily be used with others. navigators.org/resource/topical-memory-system/
- Praying the Word Together
Backpack: Section 2, Part 2—”Prayer” – Provides clear steps to incorporate Scripture directly into prayer, transforming Bible reading into interactive communication with God (Backpack PDF, Section 2).
Online: “Praying the Bible” by Donald Whitney – Helps for turning Scripture verses into meaningful prayers. https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/praying-the-bible/
- Sharing the Word Together (Evangelism)
Backpack: Section 3, Part 1—”Sharing Our Faith” – Equips believers with practical and approachable methods for clearly communicating the Gospel in everyday interactions (Backpack PDF, Section 3).
Online: Navigators – “One-Verse Evangelism” – Simple and memorable gospel-sharing tool suitable for both beginners and experienced disciple-makers. navigators.org/resource/one-verse-evangelism/
How to Use These Resources:
Beginner practitioners: Use the Backpack resources first, followed by the paired online material for deeper practice.
Experienced practitioners: Start with online resources to deepen and refresh your practice and utilize Backpack studies to mentor or lead others.
This structure helps your community practically engage Scripture and confidently step into disciple-making relationships, ensuring clear alignment with your foundational article and Navigator resources.