LBS - Course Descriptions

Prayer

Prayer offers a scriptural look at the various methods and types of prayer, including prayers of supplication, intercession, praise, and consecration.

Faith

This introductory course is designed to build and strengthen foundational Bible truths regarding faith.

Praise Life

Praise Life is a basic study of the role of praise in the life of the believer. Students will learn the difference between praise and worship, and the practical application of both in the Christian’s life and walk with God, both individually and corporately.

Authority of the Believer

This course presents a clear picture from the Scriptures of the believer’s authority; it defines authority, details the source of that authority, and shows the believer how to walk and live in that authority provided in the redemptive work of Jesus Christ (Luke 10:19).

Study of Acts

This is an expository study of the Book of Acts, with consideration of main events, characters, the early church ministry and how it affects us today. Also, we will study the two main characters in Acts – Peter and Paul: their lives, ministries, trials, tests, imprisonments and writings.

Bible Characters

This class will discuss “Who’s Who” in the Bible. It will address men and women whom God used, and their roles in areas of faith.

Gifts of the Spirit

Spiritual gifts are those gifts given by the Spirit of God, according to 1 Corinthians 12, for the accomplishment of God’s purpose in the world and for the edification of the Church, the Body of Christ. Students will learn that these gifts are to be exercised in love for the edification of the whole body.

Ministry Gifts

This is a study of each ministry gift Jesus gave the Church: Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Pastor, and Teacher. We will also cover their function in the Body of Christ and the local church.

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Old Testament Survey

The purpose of this course is to introduce the background, content, literary quality and message of the Old Testament as a whole and of its various books.

New Testament Survey

This course will provide an overview of each book of the New Testament. It will emphasize the particular message of each book, its relation to other books, and the historical, economical, political, and religious setting of the early church.

Church Government

This course will discuss Biblical history and the four types of church government. It is designed to give the student a basic understanding of church doctrines and basic Bible truths.

Support Systems

This course will show the value of the Ministry of Helps according to the Word of God. Insight will be gained for the effective use of support systems in and outside of the local church.

Finances

This course will cover the important aspects of the proper use of financial principles for personal use, as well as church and ministry.

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Layperson's I

Bible Study Methods

Hermeneutics, the science and art of Scripture interpretation, is a valuable skill for every believer. This course, as its aim, will strengthen every student’s grasp of effective Scripture study. It will explore many practical methods of effective Scripture study that can be used to discover truth in any book of the Bible.

Bible Doctrines

This class will survey doctrinal truths and the theological terms such as: Bibliology, Christology, Anthropology, Harmartiology, and Soteriology adhered to in the word of faith movement.

Charismatic Perspectives

We will look at the place for and development of the 20th century move of the Holy Spirit; an examination of some problem areas in the current charismatic movement; and an exhortation to carry forth the move of God’s Spirit to the present generation.

Christ the Healer

The purpose of this course is to establish from Scripture that it is God’s will to heal all today. This course will also enable the student to correct wrong thinking about certain passages of Scripture misunderstood by those who oppose divine healing.

Evangelism

Evangelism is designed to prompt, encourage, and equip the student for personal soul-winning. This will be accomplished by teaching the student Scriptural examples pointing directly to the value of soul-winning and the elements which make for successful personal evangelism. The student will learn how to become a successful soul-winner by learning how to respond to all types of people.

Marriage & Family

This is a study of human relationships in various aspects of the life cycle including dating, courtship, stages of marriage, and parenthood. Adjustment and growth requirements are considered in light of a Christian perspective of marriage and the home.

Principles of Effective Preaching

This homiletic course highlights the paramount need for prayerful preparation and effective presentation of the gospel.

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