Fourth Term (2024-2025)

Please note: Enrollment in this course is contingent upon approval by SIBI, as outlined in the Learning Plan provided upon enrollment. Applicants must complete the acceptance process before payment. This course is residential.

Class is Monday and Wednesday from 9:20-12:00 (CDT)

Course Description:
This course focuses on the exegetical study of the epistles of Paul to his coworkers and fellow evangelists, Timothy and Titus. Special attention will be given to an exegetical study of these letters, highlighting the key ideas, themes and principles contained therein.

Please note: Enrollment in this course is contingent upon approval by SIBI, as outlined in the Learning Plan provided upon enrollment. Applicants must complete the acceptance process before payment. This course is residential.

Class is Monday and Wednesday from 1:50-4:30 (CDT)

Course Description:
A survey of Old Testament Wisdom Literature, highlighting the unique themes and emphases of each book. This course provides an introduction to Wisdom Literature, exploring its key themes, distinctive features, and the eternal truths it conveys.

Please note: Enrollment in this course is contingent upon approval by SIBI, as outlined in the Learning Plan provided upon enrollment. Applicants must complete the acceptance process before payment. This course is residential.

Class is Tuesday and Thursday from 1:50-4:30 (CDT)

Course Description:
Any study of a biblical book must begin with an exegetical look at the text. We begin with an overview of the city of Corinth in the Paul’s day, the historical relevance of the city, and the church established by Paul and his co-workers. We must give adequate attention to the culture from which the church emerges and the influence it had on church life. We will look at Paul’s answer to the problems that plagued the body in Corinth. There are two major solutions that Paul offers to calm the party spirit and unite the divided body.  We will also review other New Testament texts that confirm Paul’s teachings, as well as Old Testament quotes which will enrich our understanding of the text.

Please note: Enrollment in this course is contingent upon approval by SIBI, as outlined in the Learning Plan provided upon enrollment. Applicants must complete the acceptance process before payment. This course is residential.

Class is Fridays from 9:20-1:00 (CDT)

Course Description:
In order to serve/lead a congregation in evangelism and outreach, you will need to be able to develop relationships, initiate Bible studies, conduct Bible studies, answer questions, overcome objections and involve Bible students and converts in the local congregation as possible. It is intended that you receive instruction and tools to use in being an effective evangelist. It is understood that we all have different gifts and levels of giftedness, and some may find talking to others and setting up studies as easier for some than others. This doesn't take away form the biblical mandate to "go and make disciples" or "seek and save the lost". This is an essential skill and we will work on developing it together.

We've worked together to discuss the basics of soulwinning. We will continue learning to share the good news with others but will also focus on how you can lead a congregational effort to seek and save the lost in your community. Our discussion will center around 12 essentials to having a growth oriented congregation. These 12 elements are all keys to being a growing congregation and doesn't require programs or extensive instruction. These are the things from Scripture that lead to a wholesome, genuine growth. This will be a primary focus of our time together.