Discovery Bible Study (DBS)
DBS - Discovery Bible Study - is a very easy and simple tool for studying the Bible with both believers and nonbelievers. Anyone can do it - even children!
Click on the image for a printable pdf
Choose whatever passages of the Bible you want to study (we have recommendations depending on your audience), and then ask the same 10 questions each time you meet.
Each question has a purpose.
The goal of the study is to help people discover the Bible, and ultimately Jesus, for themselves.
How to Start a DBS in 3 Easy Steps:
Say: I love studying the Bible! Would you like to study the Bible with me?
When they say yes {50-80% say yes!}, ask: Who else do you think could join us? Do you have any friends or family members who might do it together with us?
Then ask: Where do you like to spend time? Can we study the Bible there?
The questions:
Click each image for the pdf
East Asia
West Asia
South Asia
Areligious
Christians
More Resources:
To learn more about DBS: novo.org/dbs
For Bibles in other languages, check out the bible.is app
If you don’t have time to do the full version, do the quick version.
Check out more DBS tips.
Here is an easy-to-print black and white version of the questions.
DBS is great for families! Below are ideas for doing DBS with children.
DBS for Families
Questions with simple tips & passage lists for families.
Mel (with her cool Aussie accent)
explains how her family does DBS together.
