APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY: Week of November 11-17, 2024, Simplicity: Imitate Jesus. Audience discussion based on the booklet A Labor of Love, lesson 11 points 3-5 and “See also. Prepared Assignment.

APPLY YOURSELF TO THE FIELD MINISTRY: November 11-17, 2024, Simplicity: Imitate Jesus. Audience discussion based on A Labor of Love, Lesson 11 points 3-5 and “See also. Prepared Assignment.

Simplicity: Imitate Jesus (8 mins.) Audience discussion based on the booklet A Labor of Love lesson 11 points 3-5 and “See Also.”

Imitate Jesus

3. Don't talk too much. 

Talking too much can overwhelm the student and cause them to lose interest or feel overwhelmed. It is better to focus on essential and relevant information so that the student can assimilate it clearly and deeply.

4. Use what your student already knows to help him or her understand new ideas. 

Focusing instruction on the material in the textbook ensures that the student is receiving the most important and structured information. This helps ensure that learning is progressive and builds solidly on the foundations established in the material.

5. Choose the examples you use carefully. Before using an example, ask yourself:

The teacher should ask additional questions to guide the student toward the correct answer. This allows the student to reflect and come to the conclusion on their own, which reinforces their understanding and confidence in the topic.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

If the student has already grasped the concept, it is best to move on so as not to waste time on unnecessary repetition. This keeps the lesson interesting and productive, helping the student to progress without getting bored or feeling stuck.

By briefly reviewing what the student already knows, the teacher can connect new concepts with prior knowledge, facilitating learning. This technique takes advantage of the knowledge the student already has as a basis for understanding more complex ideas.

The teacher should ask himself or herself: Is this an easy example? Will my student easily understand it? And will my student remember the main idea or just the example? These questions ensure that the example is clear and memorable and reinforces the main lesson without distracting or confusing the student.

Simple examples are easy to understand and remember, which helps the student grasp the main idea without getting distracted by unnecessary details. In addition, a simple example can better connect with the student's daily life, reinforcing its practical application.

The teacher should select examples that are clearly related to the main idea and emphasize the concept when explaining the example. This helps the student associate the example with the key teaching, and not just with the anecdote or illustration used.

SEE ALSO

Matthew 11:25.

Jesus emphasizes that spiritual understanding does not depend on having elevated knowledge or being seen as wise in human terms, but on having a humble and receptive heart like that of a child. This verse encourages us to approach the teaching of the Bible with an attitude of humility and willingness to learn, leaving aside intellectual pride. When teaching others, it is helpful to remember this principle. Many times, those with less biblical knowledge or religious experience can grasp profound truths and are taught with simplicity and love. 

John 16:12. 

Jesus showed great sensitivity to the pace of learning of his disciples, understanding that they were not yet ready to receive all the information he had. This verse reminds us of the importance of being patient and adapting teaching according to each person's ability and the right time. When studying the Bible with someone, it is helpful to pace out the information and not overwhelm the student. This allows the person to assimilate and reflect on what they have already learned before moving on to deeper or more complex topics. 

1 Corinthians 2:1. 

The apostle Paul emphasizes that when teaching he did not seek to impress with complicated words or human wisdom, but rather his focus was on transmitting God's message in a clear and direct way. This teaches us that effectiveness in biblical teaching does not come from our ability to speak or seem wise, but from the simplicity and clarity with which we communicate the truths of the Bible. This humble and direct approach helps the message reach people's hearts and not get lost in unnecessary details or complicated language.