The following points should be considered in the actual conducting of the Bible Study:
Always begin with prayer – usually by the teacher or the assistant. The inmate should be encouraged to give the closing prayer.

When beginning a study group have an agreement between the lay Bible teacher and the inmates as to:

1. The resource book (Bible)
   
2. The number of lessons
   
3. The time period for each lesson
   
4. The manner in which the study is to be given
   
5. The reciprocal courtesy to be expected to both the lay Bible instructor and the inmates.
   

Time is of essence in a Correctional Institution. There is always a strict schedule:

1. The teacher must keep the study within the prescribed time limits.
   
2. The Bible study should average anywhere from 30-45minutes, one hour being the maximum time limit.
   

Always stick to the lesson under consideration:

1. Bible teacher should not get off the topic to handle other questions.
   
2. Bible teacher should not ignore nor be discourteous to the inmate.
   
3. Any inmate who deliberately attempts to disrupt the class or test the teacher should be handled with patience and courtesy by the teacher.
   
4. In a difficult situation prayer is the best remedy.
   
5. Do not get in an argument over the lesson
   
6. It is better to lose an argument and win a soul for Christ.