Capitol Ministries

40 CM 2019 | Our Bible Studies F undamental to making disciples in the political arena is teaching the Word of God. It is the irreducible mini- mum in effective ministry. Capitol Ministries® accomplishes that goal through week- ly sit-down Bible studies. Unfolding like rich history lessons, these Bible studies are delivered in person by experienced ministry leaders, many of whom are pastors with seminary training. ese expository teachers prepare studies using ex- egetical methods with a goal of revealing and applying bibli- cal truth. e word exegesis comes from the Greek word exe- geisthai, which means to explain or to interpret. e studies contain historical facts about the people, customs, and soci- eties that existed in biblical times, and to ensure that a cor- rect interpretation is reached, the meanings of the original Greek words of the New Testament and the Hebrew words of the Old Testament are researched. e Scripture's context is also considered. Oen studies examine one book of the Bible at a time, verse by verse, and could take a year or more to complete. Most ministry leaders author their own Bible studies, but they also have available to them the 52 in-depth, four-color illustrated Bible studies that Ralph Drollinger de- livers to national leaders in Washington, D.C. every week as supplements to his written study. ese supplemental stud- ies are written specifically to address a public servant's needs in the areas of family, marriage and child-rearing, growth in their faith life, and current social issues. ere is nothing Our Bible Studies "How has Capitol Ministries ® aided my service to the United States of America? It has aided me in my preparation. The Bible study has guided me to deeper, more meaningful discernment of God's Word as it relates to serving in the government because this is a tough job. The lessons learned in the fellowship of believers have practical applications that aid in resisting and avoiding temptation. Certainly, Capitol Ministries ® has aided me in terms of discipleship. Capitol Ministries ® Bible studies have given me growing confidence to spread the good news. So where is the impact of Capitol Ministries ® felt in my life? Frankly, everywhere. Both inside and outside the beltway. I thank you for your faithful ministry, for bringing the Word of God, for bringing a Bible study, evangelism, and discipleship all around the globe and certainly here on Capitol Hill. I truly appreciate it." Glenn Thompson U.S. Representative, Pennsylvania 15th Congressional District

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