Bible Reading: II Kings 6:1-7; Acts 18:1-11.
Mamory Verse: ‘Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed,
rightly dividing the word of truth.’ 2 Timothy 2:15.
Aim: To seriously study God’s Word so we understand it and teach it to our generation and to the world.
Introduction: 5 ways to learn the Bible are by hearing it at church, reading it daily at home, studying it
personally and in groups, memorizing verses that solve problems and meditating (think deeply) on it.
You can do this at home or at church, but you can accelerate and fast track your understanding by going to
a good Bible College or by doing the GensanMBC International Bible Training School course at home. People spend years
studying for a job, but never consider the benefits of properly understanding the Bible, which is the
foundation of everything good in our society. They don’t think that it is profitable to know and teach the
Bible. “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for
correction, for instruction in righteousness:” 2 Timothy 3:16.
“Ye have said, It is vain to serve God: and what profit is it that we have kept his ordinance?” Malachi 3:14
They don’t know that ‘The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it’ Pr.10:22
I. What Examples of Bible Colleges exist in the Bible?
1. Jesus taught His 12 disciples daily for 3 years. ‘I was daily with you in the temple teaching’ Mark 14:49
2. Elisha taught the sons of the prophets in a building that needed extending. II Kings 6:1-7.
3. Ezra had prepared his heart to seek the law of the LORD, to do it, to teach in Israel statutes & judgments.7:10
4. Paul taught the Corinthians for 18 months. Acts 18:11.
5. Paul taught the Ephesians for 2 years so that all in Asia (Turkey) heard the word of Christ. Acts 19:1,8-10
6. Paul taught Timothy in a group of faithful men, who were to teach others also. 2 Timothy 2:2.
II. Benefits of Attending a Good Bible College.
1. You will learn the Bible systematically book by book.
2. You learn to be a Christian worker, soul winner, Bible teacher, pastor, church planter and refute error.
You will learn how to multiply disciples more rapidly. 2 Timothy 2:2.
3. God will bless you if you apply what you learn. ‘whatsoever he doeth shall prosper’ Ps 1:1-3; Heb 6:10
4. You meet many Godly lecturers, friends and students who can help you in many ways (jobs, spouse).
You get their knowledge, experience, wisdom and understanding of God and God’s ways. ‘I will get me
unto the great men, and will speak unto them; for they have known the way of the LORD.’ Jeremiah 5:5.
5. Many supernatural things will happen in your life as God answers your prayers and you learn to walk
by faith, such as with the recovery of the lost axhead. (II Kings 6:1-7).
6. You become part of a big worldwide network of Christians who are doing great things for God. Rom 16
7. God looks at you with special favour. ‘to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a
contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word.’ Isaiah 66:2. ‘Elisha said, As the LORD of hosts liveth, before
whom I stand, surely, were it not that I regard the presence of Jehoshaphat the king of Judah, I would not
look toward thee, nor see thee.’ 2 Kings 3:14.
8. It improves your thinking, removes fear, gives wisdom, understanding of actions and consequences. It
introduces many new concepts, eg: science is based on laws. Knowest thou the ordinances of heaven? Job 38:33
9. It’s a Godly, Christian, happy, peaceful environment with people who love you and will help you.
It will give you joy. ‘Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and
rejoicing of mine heart:’ Jeremiah 15:16.
10. It better prepares you for life, teaches you right from wrong, helps you to think as God thinks,
teaches you how to answer people correctly. ‘The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the
mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.’ Proverbs 15:28.
11. You learn things that you never learned in school, such as the evils of Islam, Roman Catholicism,
church history, Bible prophecies, Bible doctrines, Christian Music, Creation proofs, English grammar.
12. God will speak to you on many things as you focus on Him and His Word. ‘thou shalt say, Speak,
LORD; for thy servant heareth.’ I Samuel 3:9.
13. You will understand people better and be better able to help them. You will be more approved by
God as a quality Christian worker. ‘If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto
honour, sanctified, and meet for the master’s use, and prepared unto every good work.’ 2 Timothy 2:21.
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Mamory Verse: ‘Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed,
rightly dividing the word of truth.’ 2 Timothy 2:15.
Aim: To seriously study God’s Word so we understand it and teach it to our generation and to the world.
Introduction: 5 ways to learn the Bible are by hearing it at church, reading it daily at home, studying it
personally and in groups, memorizing verses that solve problems and meditating (think deeply) on it.
You can do this at home or at church, but you can accelerate and fast track your understanding by going to
a good Bible College or by doing the GensanMBC International Bible Training School course at home. People spend years
studying for a job, but never consider the benefits of properly understanding the Bible, which is the
foundation of everything good in our society. They don’t think that it is profitable to know and teach the
Bible. “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for
correction, for instruction in righteousness:” 2 Timothy 3:16.
“Ye have said, It is vain to serve God: and what profit is it that we have kept his ordinance?” Malachi 3:14
They don’t know that ‘The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it’ Pr.10:22
I. What Examples of Bible Colleges exist in the Bible?
1. Jesus taught His 12 disciples daily for 3 years. ‘I was daily with you in the temple teaching’ Mark 14:49
2. Elisha taught the sons of the prophets in a building that needed extending. II Kings 6:1-7.
3. Ezra had prepared his heart to seek the law of the LORD, to do it, to teach in Israel statutes & judgments.7:10
4. Paul taught the Corinthians for 18 months. Acts 18:11.
5. Paul taught the Ephesians for 2 years so that all in Asia (Turkey) heard the word of Christ. Acts 19:1,8-10
6. Paul taught Timothy in a group of faithful men, who were to teach others also. 2 Timothy 2:2.
II. Benefits of Attending a Good Bible College.
1. You will learn the Bible systematically book by book.
2. You learn to be a Christian worker, soul winner, Bible teacher, pastor, church planter and refute error.
You will learn how to multiply disciples more rapidly. 2 Timothy 2:2.
3. God will bless you if you apply what you learn. ‘whatsoever he doeth shall prosper’ Ps 1:1-3; Heb 6:10
4. You meet many Godly lecturers, friends and students who can help you in many ways (jobs, spouse).
You get their knowledge, experience, wisdom and understanding of God and God’s ways. ‘I will get me
unto the great men, and will speak unto them; for they have known the way of the LORD.’ Jeremiah 5:5.
5. Many supernatural things will happen in your life as God answers your prayers and you learn to walk
by faith, such as with the recovery of the lost axhead. (II Kings 6:1-7).
6. You become part of a big worldwide network of Christians who are doing great things for God. Rom 16
7. God looks at you with special favour. ‘to this man will I look, even to him that is poor and of a
contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word.’ Isaiah 66:2. ‘Elisha said, As the LORD of hosts liveth, before
whom I stand, surely, were it not that I regard the presence of Jehoshaphat the king of Judah, I would not
look toward thee, nor see thee.’ 2 Kings 3:14.
8. It improves your thinking, removes fear, gives wisdom, understanding of actions and consequences. It
introduces many new concepts, eg: science is based on laws. Knowest thou the ordinances of heaven? Job 38:33
9. It’s a Godly, Christian, happy, peaceful environment with people who love you and will help you.
It will give you joy. ‘Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and
rejoicing of mine heart:’ Jeremiah 15:16.
10. It better prepares you for life, teaches you right from wrong, helps you to think as God thinks,
teaches you how to answer people correctly. ‘The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the
mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.’ Proverbs 15:28.
11. You learn things that you never learned in school, such as the evils of Islam, Roman Catholicism,
church history, Bible prophecies, Bible doctrines, Christian Music, Creation proofs, English grammar.
12. God will speak to you on many things as you focus on Him and His Word. ‘thou shalt say, Speak,
LORD; for thy servant heareth.’ I Samuel 3:9.
13. You will understand people better and be better able to help them. You will be more approved by
God as a quality Christian worker. ‘If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto
honour, sanctified, and meet for the master’s use, and prepared unto every good work.’ 2 Timothy 2:21.
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