As I travel and talk to born again believers, I consistently hear an expressed desire to have a deeper understanding of the bible. Many want to make certain they know what they believe and why they believe it so they will be better equipped for ministry. Some of the people are men called to be bi-vocational pastors or preachers. Others are people who lead bible studies. And some are those who want to be able to read the bible for all it is worth so they can have a deeper relationship with God.
According to a Barna Group survey in 2005, 78% of Christians lacked a high level of maturity in bible knowledge. In fact, one out of four surveyed believed their bible knowledge was either not too mature or not mature at all.
At WorldReach we recognize this need among evangelicals. In order to equip the church for global missions we partnered with the Bible Training Centre for Pastors and Church Leaders to develop WorldReach Bible Institute. This conservative evangelical bible institute uses the same material we use to equip pastors and church leaders in other countries.
The WorldReach Bible Institute offers a certificated program that consists of six courses. Each course uses the bible as its central text, and is supplemented by a study guide. Bible Study Methods and Rules of Interpretation; Old Testament, New Testament, and Bible Doctrine Surveys; Personal Spiritual Life; and Missions, Evangelism and Discipleship are the course subjects covered in the two year program.
These courses are not just another way to soak up learning. Because in addition to increasing your level of bible knowledge, you are challenged to live according to the principles you are taught. Upon the successful completion of these courses you will be equipped to teach others and influence the world for Christ.
Perhaps God has been speaking to you recently about deepening your understanding of His Word. Or perhaps you have a desire to lead a bible study or disciple others but sense you are just not ready. Maybe you long to be more involved in missions but do not believe yourself to be properly equipped. Or it could be that God is calling you into full time Christian ministry and you do not have the time or resources to obtain a theological degree. What’s going to change? The courses offered at WorldReach Bible Institute are designed to equip you for such situations and service.
Our next semester begins February 4th, with late enrollment allowed until February 11th. All classes are held on the campus of Prince Avenue Christian School in Bogart, Georgia and are open to men and women from all denominations. Because of the level of the material covered, the youngest students allowed are college age.
For more information about how to enroll in WorldReach Bible institute, visit us on the World Wide Web at worldreach.us or call us toll free at 888-540-6534.
Wednesday, January 09, 2008
Deepen your bible knowledge through the WorldReach Bible Institute
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apologetics,
discipleship,
leadership,
missions
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