Optional guided studies
Individual Bible study lessons for adults supported by curated materials
From time to time, Bible Study Planet offers optional guided studies for those who want to explore a particular topic more deeply.
From time to time, Bible Study Planet offers guided studies for those who want to explore a particular topic more deeply. These are bible study lessons for adults who want a more structured season of reflection — without pressure, deadlines, or group obligations.
What to expect from our guided bible study lessons for adults
Each guided study focuses on a particular theme or question and offers a clear structure that helps you spend focused time with Scripture, reflection, and prayer when a subject speaks to you.
These studies are:
- Self-paced and individual
- Centered on Scripture and thoughtful reflection
- Available whenever the season feels right for you
There’s no schedule to keep and nothing to complete. You work through the material privately, at whatever pace suits you.
Available guided studies
- Created for This – a community study on finding your purpose
More studies coming soon!
Supporting materials
Some bible study lessons for adults include optional supporting materials such as:
- short teaching videos
- eBooks or written reflections
- Printable or digital workbooks
- Guided prompts for prayer or journaling
Any cost covers these materials only — the time, preparation, and production involved in creating them. You are never paying for access to Scripture, participation, or belonging.
When materials are available:
- Descriptions and ordering are handled directly on the study page
- The cost is stated clearly upfront
- It is a one-time purchase, not a subscription
The ESV Bible is freely available at ESV.org and works well alongside any of our guided studies.
Why people choose guided studies
People choose guided studies for different reasons:
- It’s a topic that connects directly to something they’re living through
- They want a more structured season of reflection
- They’re ready to engage Scripture more intentionally for a time
There’s no expectation that you participate in every study — or any at all.
A note on participation
Guided studies are offered with care, not urgency. Join when the timing feels right, or simply continue engaging with the site in other ways. If you’re involved with the Core Bible Study, it continues independently — guided studies are entirely separate.
If you want to explore another path
If you prefer to read quietly and reflect on your own or if shared, ongoing study appeals to you, these paths remain open to you when you’re ready for them.
Read and explore
Browse articles, study resources, and reading guides at your own pace. Ideal if you’re curious and ready to learn more about the Bible.
Join Core Bible Study
Join our online Bible study group for shared reading, discussion, and reflection. Free and open to anyone who wants to study Scripture in a group setting with no materials or commitment needed.
Optional guided studies
From time to time, we offer focused, short-term guided studies that explore specific questions or themes. These studies are opt-in and typically use a book or workbook for deeper, structured reflection.