As a leader, your goal is not just to increase the knowledge of those you lead, but to help them grow in wisdom and understanding. By instructing and inspiring them to dig deeper into Scripture, you can help them access its power to change their hearts and lives.

*These ideas are unpacked in more detail in my book Deeper into the Word: Reflections on 100 Old Testament Words. (Bethany House, 2011).

Keri Wyatt Kent writes and speaks about connecting faith and real life. Her books and teaching focus on helping people slow down in order to listen to God. Her newest book, Deeper into the Word, explores 100 words from the Old Testament. More at www.keriwyattkent.com.