FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO LOW PARTICIPATION IN BIBLE STUDY MINISTRY AT KENYA ASSEMBLIES OF GOD NEW VALLEY CHURCH IN KAJIADO COUNTY, KENYA

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  • Gregory O. Anemba Department of Education, School of Education Arts and Social Sciences, Africa International University, Karen, Nairobi, Kenya
  • Alice W. Mambo Department of Education, School of Education Arts and Social Sciences, Africa International University, Karen, Nairobi, Kenya

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejes.v11i4.5334

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Bible study, spiritual, education, ministry, Kenya Assemblies of God New Valley Church

Resumé

Adult education is a core component of spiritual development in Christian congregations. However, many churches face challenges sustaining active participation in Bible study programs. This qualitative case study sought to uncover factors leading to low participation in Bible study ministry at Kenya Assemblies of God New Valley Church in Kajiado County. Data was gathered through interviews with 16 church members who were selected purposively, 8 females, and 8 males. Results revealed situational barriers like work and family responsibilities, dispositional barriers like ignorance and lack of commitment, and institutional barriers like inconsistent timing and topics. Regarding teaching, both skilled and unskilled teachers led Bible study, using predominantly lecture-based methods versus interactive techniques. Recommendations include revising the Bible study program structure, training teachers, addressing participation barriers, and utilizing more learner-centred teaching methods to boost engagement. The study concludes that resolving logistical issues and employing participatory methods could increase member involvement and achieve the Bible study program's spiritual development objectives. This research sheds light on practical ways to improve adult religious education participation through responsive programming and engaging instruction.

 

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  • Gregory O. Anemba, Department of Education, School of Education Arts and Social Sciences, Africa International University, Karen, Nairobi, Kenya

    Pastor Gregory O. Anemba is a Senior Pastor at the Kenya Assemblies of God, New Valley Church. His research interest is in Education Leadership. He holds a Master of Arts degree in Christian Education from Africa International University, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Bible, and Theology from Kenya Assemblies of God (KAG) East University, and a Diploma in Bible and Theology from Kenya Assemblies of God (KAG) East University.

    ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3855-7128

  • Alice W. Mambo, Department of Education, School of Education Arts and Social Sciences, Africa International University, Karen, Nairobi, Kenya

    Dr. Alice W. Mambo is a Programme Leader for Doctor of Philosophy in Education (PhD Ed) at Africa International University. Research interest is on Christian Education and Christian Ministry and Leadership. She holds a PhD in Educational Studies from Biola University's Talbot School of Theology, a Master of Arts degree in Christian Ministry and Leadership from the same institution, and an Advanced Diploma in Religious Education from the University of Birmingham's West Hill College in England. She also has a Master of Arts degree in Christian Education from Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Seoul, South Korea, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Bible and Theology from Pan Africa Christian University in Nairobi, Kenya.

    ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-2187-9981

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2024-04-22

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Årg. 11 Nr. 4 (2024)

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