INSTITUTIONAL OBJECTIVES Word of Life Bible Institute seeks to produce students who:
1. Know – Cultivating an increasing knowledge of God and His Word through diligent and deliberate study. 2. Grow – Possessing a growing relationship with God through the practical application of biblical truth to daily life and participation in biblical community. 3. Show – Demonstrating a commitment and ability to model and share biblical truth and boldly proclaim the gospel of Christ. PROGRAM Word of Life Bible Institute is a two-year, non-degree granting institution whose high academic standards are recognized by most Christian colleges. The emphasis of the freshman year is Biblical Foundation, and it is offered at several locations around the world. The emphasis of the sophomore year is Ministry Foundation, and it is offered at the main campus located in Pottersville, New York. Students who complete the freshman year receive a Bible Certificate. A diploma is awarded for the successful completion of both years of the program. Each year is comprised of two academic semesters followed by a Ministry Practicum. PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES Word of Life Bible Institute maintains the following learning outcomes and anticipates students completing the program will: A. Understand the context, content, and contribution of every book of the Bible. B. Understand the basic doctrines and history of Christianity. C. Understand the historical, grammatical, and literal hermeneutical approach and its application to Scriptures. D. Understand how to take biblical and theological knowledge and apply it to life and ministry in any given context. E. Understand and implement effective research and writing techniques. F. Think critically from a Christian worldview about their studies, life, and ministry. G. Develop and incorporate spiritual disciplines into daily life with the goal of long-term spiritual progress.
H. Study and apply biblical principles of leadership within various contexts. I. Learn and apply principles of discipleship within various contexts. J. Understand principles and techniques of ministry. K. Incorporate various principles and techniques into real-world ministry opportunities.
ACCREDITATION Word of Life Bible Institute is a member of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) [15935 Forest Road, Forest, VA 24551; Telephone: (434) 525-9539; e-mail: info@tracs.org], having been awarded Reaffirmation Ill of its Accredited Status as a Category I institution by the TRACS Accreditation Commission on April 25, 2022. This status is effective for a period of ten years. TRACS is recognized by the United States Department of Education (ED), the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE).
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