It is doubtful if there is any other city on the globe where there is at the present time so great a need on the one hand, and on the othe r so great an opportun ity and promise, for sound and solid Bible work and aggressive Christian effort. No one who has not li ved in Los Angeles and studied the city and its inhabitants, its location, resources and grow th, has any conception of its present greatness, and much less of its future possi bil iti es . In add ition to this, the opening of the Panama Canal, about 20 years ago, and the proximity of the California Coast to the Orient, all mark Los Angeles as a city of destiny. Not on ly does Los Angeles a lready dominate the Pacific Coast, but its influ ence upon Japan, China and Korea, is immeasurable for good or evi l. This is the critical hour, and those who bel ieve in the Bible and its matchless power to influence, not only individuals, but also society as a whole, and the commercial life of nations as well as their religious li fe, shou ld seize the present opportunity at any cost. This city is not only a place of unparalleled advantages for the study of the Word of God, but also for the use of the Word in saving men, while it is being studi ed. Students will find here an opportunity to work among people of European nations, and also among the Spanish speaking, people of Mexico, Central and South America, and among Koreans, Chinese, Japanese and Hindoos. Few other cities offer such opportuni ties for preparation for work in foreign lands. The third advantage is found in the buildings and equipment. The Bible Institute has two dormitories, one for men and one for women . Each of these buildings is fifteen stor ies hi gh, including basement and sub-basemen t, and absolutely fire-proof. There are over 600 rooms, with hot and cold water, steam heat, and electrio li ght in every room. There are a lso shower and tub baths on each floor, and many' others conveniences in connection with the rooms. It has also an auditorium building with a main auditorium accommodating, over 4000 people, and sma ll er lecture rooms for the diffc,ent classes. These lecture rooms can be thrown together and accommodate 1000 people. There is also a large library and read ing room for quiet study and also assembly rooms . There a r e three roof gardens, one on each building. These buildings are located in the very heart of the business and hotel section of Los Angeles . They are within a stone's throw of the Biltmore · Hotel, and only one block from the largest retail sto re in the city. They are also within easy reach of a ll lines of street ca rs, radiating to all parts of the city and running out sixty or seventy miles into the country. Some of the most important lines of both street car systems run within a quarter of a block of the bui ldings, and transfers can be had from them to all other lines in the city. Another advantage is found in the accessibility of the public library (which 1s the largest library west of Chicago). The library is located immediately adjacent to the Institute building. THE OBJECT OF THE INSTITUTE The Institute aims, in its training of a ll classes for whom it is intended, to send out men and women marked by such characteristics as: Genuine and thorough consecration. Intense love for souls.
A deep and comprehensive knowledge of the Word of God, and especially of how to use it in leading men to Christ, and building them up in Chri stl ikeness. Willingness to endure hardness as good soldiers of Jesus Christ. Untiring energy. Well balanced common sense, especially along religious lines. Enduement with power by the filling with the Holy Spirit.
Great emphasis is laid upon the development of the spiritual life of the student. If any st udent should go from the school without a more intimate, personal acquaintance with Jesus Chri st, or without more of the power of the Holy Spirit in his li fe and work, the Institute wou ld have fa il ed in his case at the vital point. The study of music is made a prominent feature of the Institute training, so that men and women may be prepared to teach music, lead choirs, and assist otherwise in this important department of Christian work. While the Institute music course pre pares students for the work of the singing evangelist, it is not intended for any one 11
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