SCHOOL OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
LIBS SCHOOL OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
BELIEVERS DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Get the appropriate Bible education you need to develop your spiritual life and fulfill God's purpose and call for your life at the LIBS School of Biblical Studies.
Learn how LIBS helps you discover your purpose, prepare you for your calling, and fulfill your destiny in CHRIST.
A TIME OF SOUND TEACHING AND STUDYING OF GOD'S WORD
Many believers in CHRIST would like to have a time of sound teaching and study in the WORD of God for their spiritual development and/or preparation for their call to the ministry. During the LIBS program, the students must complete practicum hours in the classroom, at conferences, and with Christian organizations. The purpose is so you will receive a good understanding of your relationship with God and His purpose for you.
What you learn during this time would impact you and Biblically transform your life. The programs will also prepare you for ministry/service in God’s Kingdom. You will receive practical information to help equip you for basic aspects of ministry and missions, with additional information on leadership and success management, health and wellness, and principles of financial management.
The requirements to graduate include: attending the courses, completing written assignments and assessments, reading the required course materials, and completing the practicum. Such as,
i. Studying Basic Biblical Doctrines
ii. Preparation for Ministry
iii. Practicum
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN FROM THE SCHOOL OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
CERTIFICATE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
(COURSEWORK)
Basic Discipleship - A theological study in the basics of the Christian life.
Bibliology - A theological study of the Bible (including historical study and word study).
Christology - A theological study in the life and work of CHRIST.
Ecclesiology - A theological study in the doctrine of the Church.
Eschatology - A theological study of the end times in the books of Daniel and Revelation.
New Testament Survey - A theological study and analysis of the 27 books of the New Testament.
Old Testament Survey - A theological study and analysis of the 39 books of the Old Testament.
Pneumatology - A theological study of the HOLY SPIRIT.
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Soteriology - A theological study in the theory of salvation.
CERTIFICATE OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
(ELECTIVE COURSEWORK)
Theology of financial prosperity (Biblical Perspective )
The study of financial stewardship - including seed sowing, budgeting, and financial management.
Finances God's Way - Biblical Analysis of Financial Prosperity.
Health and Wellness - Including Principles of Divine healing, inner healing, emotional well-being, and freedom from bondage and addiction.
A study of the Ministry Gifts of CHRIST and Supernatural gifts of the HOLY SPIRIT-
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Leadership Principles and Success Management -
A study of management and why it is an integral part of the leadership and success skills of believers and ministers of God.
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And much more!
LIBS - ONLINE CERTIFICATE COURSE ON WORD STUDY
Your opportunity to learn God's WORD from your home
What is the Life Institute of Biblical Studies Online Certificate Course?
LIBS Online Certificate Course on WORD Study is a home-based Bible study program designed to give you basic knowledge of Bible doctrines and their revelations.
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The WORD of God is full of revelations about the nature of God, His Person, and His Power. However, you need to know these truths from the Scriptures to benefit from the insights and revelations.
Life Institute of Biblical Studies Online Certificate Course will help you learn more from the WORD of God and have a round transformation through knowledge and experience.
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There are other areas of Biblical Studies that can help our students and learners to have a proper understanding and interpretation of Bible texts. In Biblical Studies, this is called Biblical interpretation. They extend to several other texts and extra Biblical information that provide comment on the Bible.
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In LIBS, Biblical interpretation is rooted in the Scriptures – the Old and New Testaments. However, you are made to learn how to read a passage of scripture and discern its implications. This process is called exegesis.”
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At the end of the program, you will receive the LIBS Certificate of completion and have the opportunity to go higher in learning the WORD of God.
Job title of people with Biblical Studies Certificates, Diplomas, or Degrees
• Assistant or Director of Ministry and Missions*
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• Assistant or Director of Studies in a Bible Institute
• Assistant or Director of Programs, at a Christian Organization
• Youth Director for a Youth Church
• Youth Director or Pastor, in a Local or Global Church/ Ministry
• Assistant or an Executive Director, in a non-profit, faith-based
Foundation
• And many more
How does LIBS Online Certificate Course work?
This study program allows you the flexibility of learning God's WORD - one lesson at a time and completing the lessons over a period of time.
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How to benefit from LIBS Online Certificate Course.
• Personal Study—Study God's WORD at your convenience
and grow in the knowledge of His will and your relationship
with God.
• Group Study—Host LIBS Study Groups in your home, office,
church, ministry, or organization.
• Adopt a person for the Program—Sponsor those who are
interested, but cannot afford it to receive and complete the
LIBS Online Certificate course.
At the end of the program, you will receive the LIBS Certificate of completion and have the opportunity to go higher in learning the WORD of God.
Five Ways to Explore Biblical Studies
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• Historical Study—Study God's WORD from the perspectives of the History of God's relationship with people.
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• Topical Study—Approach the study of the Bible by looking
at a specific topic or theme. By doing a topical study to
discover what the Bible holistically teaches about a
particular subject. For example, freedom or healing.
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• Personality Study—Approach the study of the Scriptures
from learning about the Bible characters to deepening your
understanding of God's WORD and positively developing
your own character
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• Book Study—Select a book of the Bible to read through
daily. Each day read through a passage or entire chapter or
more and underline keywords and phrases.
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• Devotional Study—A devotional study method is a simple
approach to go with your Bible study, using the S.O.A.P
method to go with your daily Bible reading. SOAP stands for
Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer.
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Scripture: Write the verse in your journal.
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Observation: Write down your observations about the
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Application: How can you apply what you observed in
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Prayer: Write out a prayer to God based on what you just
learned and ask Him to give you opportunities to live out
this truth.
By attending the School of Biblical Studies, you can become a major in Biblical Studies
Here are Careers you may explore when you become a Biblical Studies Major:
• Pastor
• Archeologist
• Theologian
• Teacher/Professor
• Chaplain
• Writer/Editor
• Counselor
• Missionary
• Evangelist
• Director of a Christian nonprofit organization
• Professional Life Coach and Counselor
• Disciples Maker
• And more