This article looks at ways of making Bible study groups an effective means of equipping the communion of saints. Examining the elements of participation, objectives, programs, procedure and methodology, this article shows why Bible study groups often fail to achieve their goal.

This article looks at the historical development of evangelicalism with a focus on the Great Awakening, the Puritans, and the Fundamentalists. The author also looks at areas on which evangelicals and Reformed agree or disagree. The aim is to see if it is possible to achieve an alliance or an agreement.