Using Scripture in the Classroom

Why is Scripture Important?

#1: God Is the Author

Inspiration & Dual Authorship

Scripture Has a Primacy

#2: Scripture Can Change Lives

“So shall my word be that goes forth from my mouth; It shall not return to me void, but shall do my will, achieving the end for which I sent it.” Isaiah 55:11

“Indeed, the word of God is living and effective, sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating even between soul and spirit, joints and marrow, and able to discern reflections and thoughts of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12

Using Scripture

• Have students read from Bible
• Read from a Bible as you teach
• Have students follow along
• Closing meditation activities
• Assign journaling passages
• Cite passages in materials

Convey Its Significance

• Reverence the Scriptures
• Read from a Bible
• Begin sessions with Scripture
• Begin with Liturgy of the Word
• Tie to lesson being taught

#3: It's the Way Jesus Did It

The Mystery of Christ

We're Wired for Connections

Salvation History

They Learned It from the Apostles

The Apostles Learned It From Jesus

St. Paul

Typology

Resources

• A Father Who Keeps His Promises - Hahn
• Making Senses Out of Scripture - Mark Shea
• The Jesus Storybook Bible - Sally Lloyd-Jones
• New Catholic Picture Bible - Fr. Lovasik
• New Catholic Children's Bible - Fr. Donaghy

Scripture: The Driving Force of Doctrine

Use CCC to Understand the Bible

• Use Scripture to understand doctrine
• Use doctrine to understand Scripture
• Ignatius Study Bible
• Catholic Bible Dictionary
• Other tools

7 Reasons You Should Tell Bible Stories

1. Stories Are the Best Way to Teach

2. Christianity is Basically a Story

3. The Way It's Always Been Done

4. Bible Stories Give Meaning

5. Biblical Catechesis is About Connections

6. It's the Best Way to Start

7. It Communicates Religious Feeling

Caveats

Soaked in Scripture

What If?