Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor. For if either of them falls, the one will lift up his companion. But woe to the one who falls when there is not another to lift him up. - Ecc. 4:9-10 (NASB)
Prayer partners work well. Accountability partners keep you honest and on your toes. A teaching partner should do the job of both as well as help you lead the Bible lesson.
For those of you who teach the Bible, find you a partner. Find you someone who can pray with you and for you as you prepare your Sunday school lesson. If you lead a small group, let your partner know as you begin to prepare. Invite your partner to check in with you or to study the Scriptures with you in preparation. Let them share insights with you and hear your concerns about nervousness and issues.
You might need this same person to hold you accountable. You may be ready to skip some tough issues that are in the Bible lesson. Be sure that your partner is a person of conviction who will tell you to keep to the text and keep it real. You need someone who will force you to cut it straight and ensuring that you are rightly dividing the word of truth.
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