FAQs
What is unique about Noeo studies?
Noeo studies are designed to help your group go beyond the "right answers," because it's important that we do more than simply know the information in our Bibles. Therefore, one difference in format is that when your group meets you won’t be reviewing homework, but rather having an engaging conversation about what was studied. The “Talk about it” discussion page following each week of lessons is intended to encourage thoughtful dialogue, raise tough questions we ought to wrestle with as believers, help us put words to what we believe (and why), and challenge us toward personal application.
What is the difficulty level?
My aim was to find a middle ground difficulty-wise. Noeo Bible Studies aren’t as comprehensive or lengthy as something like Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) or Precepts. As wonderful and instructive as those are, that commitment level isn't always what we're looking for. But we can still dig into a thoughtful and careful study of God’s Word! I wanted Noeo to be accessible for young moms, students, those working long hours, and anyone who may be in a busy season but still wants to put some effort in to studying their Bible. Depending on the study you choose, there will be either 4 or 5 homework lessons per week, and each of these lessons will take 10-20 minutes, on average. These details can be found on the product page for each study.
How can I preview the studies?
If you're new to Noeo, I completely understand that you want to check out our studies before purchase. For each Noeo study, a week-long sample lesson is available as a free PDF download. Click here to see all of the available samples (these can also be found in the "details" section for each study). Each sample will include
- an explanation of how Noeo studies are designed
- an introduction to that particular study and its themes
- one week of homework lessons
- the “Talk about it” discussion guide for that week
Do you offer a digital download for self-printing?
Currently I am only selling the printed workbooks, as the new smaller format doesn't lend itself to a printed pdf, but this may be offered again in the future. If you prefer to purchase a digital download, contact me and we can work something out!
I don’t have a group, can I do these studies by myself?
Of course! Noeo Bible studies are intentionally designed around group conversation, but the homework is still relevant and helpful for personal study. And if you like journaling, you could choose a few of the “Talk about it” questions to use as prompts for thinking more deeply about what you studied.
Are Noeo Bible studies just for women?
No, there is nothing girly or specifically female-focused about them, and the questions will be relatable to anyone. They would work well in a co-ed group, but I suggest looking at some of the sample lessons (you can find these here and also in the "details" section for each product) and considering if this feels like a good fit for your people.
Will you be adding any new/additional studies?
Yes! I expect to add one or two new studies each year. I've just finished the study on Psalms, and will begin work on a new study in the Fall.
Are there teaching videos to go along with the studies?
Sorry, no videos. But if you are using these studies in a large or multi-group setting, you could pull your creative people together and make some of your own!
What is your denominational background?
Not growing up in a church-going home, I was that kid who went to church with anyone who would invite me! As a child, I experienced mainly Methodist and Episcopal churches, and in college as a new believer, though I still invited myself along with others I primarily attended a Nazarene church. Once married, my husband Mike and I went to different churches as our family made a couple of moves to other states—Christian and Missionary Alliance, non-denominational Bible church, and Southern Baptist (where Mike served as associate pastor). We also worked with Youth for Christ for over 20 years. So, I feel like I have an appreciation for the faith basics we agree on, and have tried to intentionally not write from a particular denominational perspective.
