Growth Through Study

Dick LeSuer

Growth Through Studyinvolves two parts:

1. Being “in-formed” of the truth through interpreting and evaluating.

2. Being “formed-in” the truth through regular application, reflection, growing love for the subject being studied

1. The Good News

2. Scripture

3. Yourself

4. Others

5. Spiritual Classics

6. The Church

7. History

8. World

Fields of Studyfor Growth:

Excuses We Givefor Not Studying

• “I just don’t have time!”• “I don’t know what to study!”• “I don’t like to read books!”• “I don’t understand parts of

the Bible!”• “Theology confuses me!”

How to Develop aPersonal Study Style

• Decide where study ranks on your priority list

• Set a regular time• Find the right place to study• Choose a balanced diet of

study material• Keep reading your journal• Find a way to share what

you’re reading

My SpiritualPyramid

Scripture References

Romans 12:2Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

Philippians 4:8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

John 8:32Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."