Charlottesville Area Bible Bee

Here's an Overiew of the Psalms that we put together for the first meeting, hope you enjoy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1TWKUl6d3J91iAB_DHJ67GSWNQGxv_9sWULBMKoqx1zg/edit?usp=sharing Most of it is drawn from Dr Thomas Constables excellent study notes, They are a highly recommended resource for studying all 66 books of the Bible. https://planobiblechapel.org/constable-notes/

Do you want to find creative ways to make memorization part of your daily routine?  Check out the list below to find 31 ways to fit 30 minutes of memorization into your day. 31 Creative Ways to Make Memorization a Part of Your Daily Routine First thing in the morning While brushing your teeth Before breakfast During breakfast After breakfast While washing dishes During daily Bible reading During daily Discovery Journal study time While you work on a chore While playing outside Before lunch During lunch After lunch While driving or riding in the car While waiting at the doctor/dentist At the park While you knit, sew, color, draw, etc. While riding your bike Before dinner During dinner After dinner During school time In the shower While cooking or baking While on a run/walk During family Bible time Before bed Just before falling asleep During your free time While doing sit-ups, push-ups, or other exercise While walking on the treadmill or riding...

Methods of Memorization Choosing a method of memorization can take some time.  Often, the methods that work as you get started or as a young child are not the ones that work as you grow and mature.  Sometimes a passage is challenging and requires a new approach.  And sometimes you just need something new to make the memory work interesting. Here are some ideas for how to incorporate your senses as you memorize. Visual Learning Draw a picture to represent each part of the passage. Write the passage down on a poster board and put it in a prominent place in your house. Write down the passage on sticky notes and put them on the bathroom mirror, above the kitchen sink, or beside your bed. Divide the passage into short phrases.  Read a phrase, then close your eyes and recite the phrase while envisioning the words in front of you. Highlight or color important words in the passage. Play Erase-a-Word.  Write the passage on a dry erase board or chalkboar...

It could be said that the cornerstone of the Bible Bee is scripture memorization.  Participants in the Summer Study will have 2 passages each week to memorize.  These passages will vary in length depending on the age division you are in.  By the end of the 8-week session, you could have memorized as many as 14 Bible passages. Participants who are aiming to qualify for the National Bible Bee Competition will have an even more exciting challenge.  They will need to memorize approximately 600-1,000 verses!  How do children as young as 7 years old accomplish such a huge feat? The answer is simple. Time, effort, and consistency make memorizing any amount of scripture possible. Time, effort, and consistency make memorizing any amount of scripture possible.  No matter how old or young you are, if you consistently take the time and make the effort, you will be able to successfully commit passages of the Bible to memory.  By following a few simp...

When you register for the Bible Bee Summer Study, you will receive a study guide called the Discovery Journal.  This Bible study is designed to be used throughout the 8-week Summer Study program.  Participants complete one lesson per day, 5 days per week. Each lesson is divided into two sections: Navigate and Explore.  The Navigate section covers the core material for the study and takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete.  For deeper study, you may continue on to the Explore section.  This may take an additional 10-15 minutes to complete. For Beginner and Primary participants, especially those participating for the first time, it will most likely be necessary for a parent to work through the Discovery Journal with their child.  Juniors, Seniors, and some older Primary participants should be able to work independently. Having a plan of how to study will help you to make the most of the Discovery Journal.  Here are some steps you can follo...

Essay by Hannah Chew, 10 years old Do you want to find a fun, kid-friendly activity that, if not good for your metabolism, will increase your concentration and give you an optional vacation almost every year?  I'm not talking about co-ops that go on big field trips, I mean Bible Bee.  So, what is Bible Bee? Many kids, teens, and parents have been up on the stage at Bible Bee testifying about God's work in them. Bible Bee is an excellent opportunity to learn about God and His Word.  You won't get many chances like this in your entire lifetime.  As soon as I started Bible Bee in 2015 I knew I loved it.  So, if you're looking for an interactive Bible study that includes memorization, Bible Bee's your thing. Bible Bee has brought many people close to Christ.  Many kids, teens, and parents have been up on the stage at Bible Bee testifying about God's work in them.  Some say, "Through Bible Bee, I have become so much closer to Christ...I can...

The National Bible Bee Summer Study is just around the corner, and we want YOU to join us! The Summer Study is a fantastic program designed to encourage scripture memorization and to teach kids of all ages how to study the Bible for themselves.  Using the inductive Bible study method, children learn how to: ask questions of the text discover the context of the study passage find words and their definitions in the original languages find passages from other parts of scripture that help to better understand the study passage apply biblical truths to their lives In addition to at-home Bible study, you have the option of joining a local host group.  Host groups are a great way to connect with other families.  For those living in the Charlottesville/Richmond VA area, we would love for you to sign up for our group. Registration ends May 31, so hurry up and... Register Today!