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Teach Effectively

BOW’s short, free conversational videos and podcasts are purposed to provide understanding of the role of a teacher and growth in teaching skills.

Additional Teaching Resources:
Biblical Archaeology

Hear how biblical archaeology gives us confidence in the historicity of the Bible and increases our faith as Angela Everett shows a few of the major discoveries. Part 1-Why Is It Important?, Part 2-Old Testament Discoveries and Part 3-New Testament Discoveries are available on BOW’s podcast.

– with Angela Everett and Kay Daigle

As A Speaker, Do I Accept This Event?

Rebecca Carrell joins Kelley Mathews to discuss the speaker’s perspective in determining whether to take an engagement. Watch the video below or listen to the podcast episode.

– with Rebecca Carrell and Kelley Mathews

The Prep Before the Podium

How do Bible teachers prepare? Hear from Nika Spaulding, Resident theologian of St. Jude Oak Cliff in Dallas, about her personal method. Link to the podcast if you prefer.

– with Nika Spaulding and Kay Daigle

Should I Be a Bible Teacher?

Are you drawn to teach God’s Word? Or has someone asked you to teach? Are you unsure of your qualifications and readiness? This video guides your decision-making. The podcast episode is available as well.

– with Kristen Pool, Susie Hawkins, and Kay Daigle

Step by Step Teaching Process Series

Gain practical skills for becoming a great Bible teacher. This free series is a great resource for those trying to figure it out for themselves. Part 1 – Preparing a Message, Part 2 – Devotional Example and Part 3 – Devotional Debrief are now available on BOW’s podcast, and don’t miss the resource download below under the video.

– with Susie Hawkins, Kristen Pool and Kay Daigle

Download Preparing to Teach God’s Word

Why Use Live Teachers, not Video

There are terrific Bible teachers on video. So why bother finding a local teacher? There are good biblical and practical reasons. Watch the video below or listen to the podcast episode.

– with Susie Hawkins, Kristen Pool, and Kay Daigle

Protecting your Kids’ Privacy as a Bible Teacher

When is it okay to use a story or picture involving your kids and when is it not? Here are some beneficial guidelines. Link to the podcast if you prefer.

– with Kelley Mathews and Sharifa Stevens

Pharisees Make Good Neighbors

Nika Spaulding joins Kay Daigle for a conversation about the hated Pharisees. As teachers or students of the Bible, let’s be careful of what we say about them to be true to who they really were. Watch the video below or listen to the podcast episode.

– with Nika Spaulding and Kay Daigle

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In-Depth Message Preparation

Kristen Pool discusses the 3 steps in preparing a message with Kay Daigle. Part 1 – Exegesis, Part 2 – Theology and Part 3 – Homiletics are available for listening or download on BOW’s podcast.

– with Kristen Pool and Kay Daigle

Download Message Preparation Worksheet

Growing As a Speaker

Rebecca Carrell joins Kelley Mathews to discuss Rebecca’s experience in becoming a Christian speaker. The podcast is available if you prefer that format.

– with Rebecca Carrell and Kelley Mathews

Multiplying Strengths: A Case for Team Teaching

Why have a team of teachers rather than doing it alone? Nika Spaulding shares why she believes in it and provides pointers to make it work well. Watch the video below or listen to the podcast episode.

– with Nika Spaulding and Kay Daigle

Teaching Groups – Interactive or Lecture?

How do we choose when to teach through a lecture and when to be interactive? Here are some guidelines. The podcast episode is available as well.

– with Kristen Pool and Susie Hawkins

Choosing Powerful Illustrations & Applications

Both thought and skill are needed to support teaching with great illustrations and applications. Watch the video below or listen to the podcast episode.

– with Kristen Pool and Susie Hawkins

Let’s Check our Mindsets, Teachers

It’s easy for us as teachers to fall into wrong thinking. Here’s a checkup!

– with Kristen Pool and Susie Hawkins

Know Your Audience!

Doing intense study and writing a powerful message may not be enough. Consider these practical tips for connecting with age groups and different backgrounds. Podcast version

– with Susie Hawkins, Kristen Pool, and Kay Daigle

Why Study Biblical Issues for Yourself?

If you’ve ever wondered if you should take the time to discover what the Bible teaches on a subject for yourself, check out Natalie’s challenging talk which applies to everyone who influences others. The podcast episode is available as well.

–  with Dr. Natalie Eastman