Pathfinder Bible Experience How-To Guide

The Pathfinder Bible Experience is more than a competition—it is an invitation for young people to hide God’s Word in their hearts and learn to live it out daily. The Pathfinder Bible Experience How-to Guide is the essential companion for leaders, coaches, and Pathfinders who want to move beyond memorization into meaningful understanding, spiritual growth, and mission-driven application.

Designed by the North American Division Youth Ministries Department, this guide provides everything needed to prepare a PBE team from start to finish. Inside, leaders will find clear explanations of the program’s purpose, team requirements, preparation strategies, event flow, scoring, and recognition, along with practical tips to make the experience both effective and enjoyable. Detailed guidance helps clubs navigate each level of competition—area, conference, union, and division— while maintaining integrity, fairness, and Christ-centered focus.

More importantly, this resource emphasizes that Scripture memorization is only the beginning. Through thoughtful preparation, reflection, and discussion, Pathfinders are encouraged to internalize God’s Word, apply it to real-life situations, and share it with others through outreach and leadership. The guide equips leaders to foster spiritual discipline, teamwork, confidence, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.

Whether your club is participating in PBE for the first time or refining an established program, this How-to Guide offers a proven framework to help Pathfinders grow in knowledge, faith, and service—transforming Bible study into a life-shaping experience.

Paperback. Copyright 2018, 2026. 32 pages.