Bible
Institute Of Los Angeles
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"Our Bible Institute was conceived in prayer, founded by faith, and established through sacrifice "
- Lyman Stewart.
R. A. Torrey, world-renowned evangelist, Bible teacher, and author, became Dean of the Bible In stitute of Los Angeles in 1912. In 19 15, when the Church of the Open Door was organized, Dr. Torrey became its first pastor. He served in this twofold capacity until his resignation in 1924.
R. A. TOR REY
T. C. Horton. one of the founders of BIOLA, held the office of Superintendent unti l 1925. He was the first e d itor of The King's Business, and the organi zer of the Fishermen C lubs. The various . home missionary activities of the Insti tute were largely the outgrowth of hi s intense missionary zea l.
T. C. HORTON
Lyman Stewart, cofounder with Mr. Horton of BlOLA, became its first President, holding that office until his death in 1923. He gave largely and sacrificially of his means, not only to BIOLA, but to many other worthy e n terprises. The Bible Institute in Changsha, Hunan, China, was founded largely through his interest and gifts.
LYMAN STEWART
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