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Bible School — Course Catalogue

Three-course foundation programme.

Equipping believers with the tools to read, understand, and live the Word of God. Approximately 11 months of formation across three sequential courses.

Total Duration

≈ 11 Months

Level

Foundation / Certificate

Format

Sequential, module-based

Suitable For

Church Bible Schools, Discipleship Programmes, Seminary Foundations

01Course 01 of 03

How to Study the Bible

1 Month

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02Course 02 of 03

The Old Testament

6 Months

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03Course 03 of 03

Basic Theology

4 Months

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How to Study the Bible

Course 01 of 03

How to Study the Bible

1 Month

Duration

1 Month

Level

Foundation / Certificate

Format

6 Modules (approx. 1 week per module)

Target Audience

New believers, discipleship groups, church members beginning personal Bible study.

Course Summary

This course equips students with the foundational skills to read, understand, interpret, and apply the Bible responsibly. It introduces the historical background of Scripture, the major literary genres found across the biblical canon, and core principles of biblical interpretation (hermeneutics). Students learn to move from careful observation of a text to sound interpretation and practical personal application, while identifying and avoiding the most common interpretive errors. By the end of this course, students will have a reliable, repeatable method for engaging with any passage of Scripture with confidence.

Course Outline

Module 1 — Introduction to the Bible+
  • What the Bible is and why it matters
  • Inspiration and authority of Scripture
  • Structure of the Bible: Old and New Testaments
  • Overview of major sections and books
Module 2 — Principles of Bible Interpretation (Hermeneutics)+
  • What hermeneutics is and why it matters
  • The role of context in interpretation
  • Historical and cultural background
  • Understanding author, original audience, and purpose
Module 3 — Methods of Bible Study+
  • Observation: What does the text say?
  • Interpretation: What does it mean?
  • Application: How does it apply to my life?
  • Introduction to the Inductive Bible Study method
Module 4 — Understanding Biblical Genres+
  • Narrative
  • Poetry and Wisdom Literature
  • Prophecy
  • The Gospels
  • Epistles (Letters)
  • Apocalyptic Literature
Module 5 — Bible Study Tools+
  • Concordances and lexicons
  • Bible dictionaries and encyclopaedias
  • Commentaries: how to use them wisely
  • Study Bibles
  • Digital resources and apps
Module 6 — Applying Scripture+
  • Principles for personal application
  • Bible study and spiritual formation
  • Group Bible study dynamics
  • Common misinterpretation traps and how to avoid them

Learning Outcomes

  1. 01

    Interpret biblical passages responsibly using sound hermeneutical principles.

  2. 02

    Use Bible study tools effectively in personal and group settings.

  3. 03

    Apply biblical truths meaningfully to daily life.

  4. 04

    Develop consistent and disciplined personal Bible study habits.

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The Old Testament

Course 02 of 03

The Old Testament

6 Months

Duration

6 Months

Level

Foundation / Certificate

Format

6 Modules (approx. 4 weeks per module)

Target Audience

Church Bible school students, discipleship programme participants, ministry trainees.

Prerequisite

How to Study the Bible (recommended) or equivalent

Course Summary

This course provides a comprehensive survey of the Old Testament, tracing the storyline of Scripture from creation to the close of the Hebrew canon. Students examine the historical background, literary genres, major themes, and key figures across the Pentateuch, Historical Books, Wisdom Literature, and the Prophets. Central to the course is an exploration of God's covenant relationship with His people and how the Old Testament progressively reveals His redemptive plan, culminating in the expectation of the Messiah. Students will leave this course with a solid grasp of the Old Testament narrative, its theological framework, and its enduring connection to the New Testament.

Course Outline

Module 1 — Introduction to the Old Testament+
  • Formation and canonisation of the Old Testament
  • Transmission and reliability of the text
  • Historical and geographical background of the ancient Near East
  • Overview of the Old Testament storyline
Module 2 — The Pentateuch: Genesis to Deuteronomy+
  • Creation, the Fall, and early human history (Genesis 1–11)
  • The Patriarchs: Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph (Genesis 12–50)
  • The Exodus and the Sinai Covenant (Exodus)
  • Leviticus: worship, holiness, and the sacrificial system
  • The wilderness journey (Numbers)
  • Mosaic Law and covenant renewal (Deuteronomy)
Module 3 — The Historical Books+
  • The conquest of Canaan: Joshua
  • Judges: cycles of sin, judgment, and deliverance
  • Ruth: faithfulness and redemption
  • The United Kingdom: Saul, David, and Solomon (1–2 Samuel, 1 Kings 1–11)
  • The Divided Kingdom and the decline of Israel (1 Kings 12 – 2 Kings)
  • Exile, return, and restoration (Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Chronicles)
Module 4 — Wisdom and Poetry+
  • Job: suffering, faith, and the sovereignty of God
  • Psalms: Israel's hymnbook and prayer life
  • Proverbs: practical wisdom for daily living
  • Ecclesiastes: meaning, mortality, and the fear of God
  • Song of Solomon: love, covenant, and human intimacy
Module 5 — The Prophets+
  • Introduction to Old Testament prophecy: role, context, and structure
  • Major Prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, Daniel
  • Minor Prophets: survey of the Twelve
  • Messages of judgment, repentance, and hope
  • Messianic prophecies and their New Testament fulfilment
Module 6 — Major Themes of the Old Testament+
  • Covenant: the spine of the Old Testament narrative
  • Kingdom: God as King and the anticipation of David's greater Son
  • Worship, sacrifice, and the presence of God
  • Holiness and the call to a set-apart people
  • Redemption: patterns, types, and previews
  • The Messiah: promise, portrait, and preparation

Learning Outcomes

  1. 01

    Describe the structure, content, and historical background of the Old Testament.

  2. 02

    Explain major historical events and their theological significance.

  3. 03

    Identify and articulate the key theological themes running through the Old Testament.

  4. 04

    Trace the connection between the Old Testament and the New Testament, especially regarding Christ.

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Basic Theology

Course 03 of 03

Basic Theology

4 Months

Duration

4 Months

Level

Foundation / Certificate

Format

10 Modules (approx. 1.5–2 weeks per module)

Target Audience

Church members, discipleship participants, ministry leaders, and aspiring pastors or teachers.

Prerequisite

How to Study the Bible (recommended) or equivalent

Course Summary

Basic Theology introduces students to the fundamental doctrines of the Christian faith, drawn from systematic engagement with Scripture. The course surveys ten major doctrinal categories, from the nature of God and the authority of Scripture to salvation, the Holy Spirit, the Church, and the return of Christ. Students are equipped not only to understand what Christians believe, but to articulate why it matters for everyday life, ministry, and witness. This course serves as a doctrinal anchor, providing a reliable theological framework on which all subsequent Bible study and ministry formation can rest.

Course Outline

Module 1 — Introduction to Theology+
  • What is theology and why does it matter?
  • Sources of theology: Scripture, tradition, reason, and experience
  • The importance of sound doctrine for Christian living and ministry
Module 2 — Doctrine of God (Theology Proper)+
  • Arguments for the existence of God
  • The attributes of God: incommunicable and communicable
  • The Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
  • God's works: creation and providence
Module 3 — Doctrine of Scripture (Bibliology)+
  • The inspiration of Scripture
  • The authority of the Bible
  • Inerrancy and infallibility
  • The sufficiency of Scripture for faith and life
Module 4 — Doctrine of Humanity (Anthropology)+
  • The creation of humanity in God's image (Imago Dei)
  • Human dignity, purpose, and design
  • The nature of human beings: body, soul, and spirit
Module 5 — Doctrine of Sin (Hamartiology)+
  • The origin of sin: the Fall and its consequences
  • The nature of sin: definitions and forms
  • The effects of sin: spiritual death, depravity, and broken relationships
  • Humanity's need for redemption
Module 6 — Doctrine of Christ (Christology)+
  • The person of Christ: fully God and fully human
  • The deity and humanity of Christ (hypostatic union)
  • The life and earthly ministry of Jesus
  • The death, resurrection, and ascension of Christ
Module 7 — Doctrine of Salvation (Soteriology)+
  • Grace: the foundation of salvation
  • Faith and repentance
  • Justification: declared righteous before God
  • Sanctification: growing in holiness
  • Glorification: the completed work of redemption
Module 8 — Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology)+
  • The person of the Holy Spirit: who He is
  • The work of the Spirit in salvation, guidance, and conviction
  • Spiritual gifts: purpose, diversity, and exercise
  • The fruit of the Spirit and Spirit-filled living
Module 9 — Doctrine of the Church (Ecclesiology)+
  • The nature and identity of the Church
  • The mission of the Church in the world
  • Church ordinances/sacraments: Baptism and the Lord's Supper
  • Church leadership, ministry, and governance
Module 10 — Doctrine of Last Things (Eschatology)+
  • The Second Coming of Christ
  • The resurrection of the dead
  • Final judgment and eternity
  • The New Heaven and New Earth

Learning Outcomes

  1. 01

    Explain the core doctrines of the Christian faith with clarity and biblical grounding.

  2. 02

    Articulate and defend foundational theological beliefs in everyday and ministry contexts.

  3. 03

    Relate theology practically to Christian living, character, and service.

  4. 04

    Use this theological framework as a foundation for deeper and more advanced study.

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