From the Mailbox to the Baptistry: A Montana Family Finds Their Church Home
When Stephenie signed up on the World Bible School website to study the Bible by mail, she couldn’t have known where those lessons would lead. This summer, they led to
Tim Yaeger
Birmingham, Alabama
Chief Information Officer
In 1 Corinthians 9:22, Paul says, “I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some.” This statement was true for Paul and anyone who is a disciple of Christ. Jesus has called us to reach the lost in all the world, requiring us to be creative in our approach. Paul had a different approach depending on if he was in a synagogue or a pagan temple. The core message and the truth never changed, but the approach and method changed with each audience. He did this to reach every segment of society with the Gospel.
Using the example of Paul, WBS has been innovative with methods and technology. The motivation of our innovation is to equip you to reach the lost in every segment of society. We created phone apps to reach those who spend most of their digital time on a phone. We created a robust website for those who prefer computers. Through Ocean Bridge, we are investing greatly in new processes and technology to more effectively process Printed Lessons to reach those who cannot access
the internet.
WBS has also recognized that there are multiple segments of teachers and styles. World Bible School was founded with everyday Christians using the tools of their time to reach people with the Gospel. WBS is unique because each evangelism tool can be crafted to your preferred teaching method. Do you prefer linear teaching with grades? Apply to be an Online Study Helper or start a correspondence program with Printed Lessons. Do you like group discussions based on engaging videos? Go to Mathetis to create an online group Bible study. Do you like to have in-person Bible studies? You can grab a WBS Study Bible or watch Mathetis videos in person, one-on-one or in a group. These are just a few examples of how you can share Jesus with the tools of WBS.
Together, as partners in the Gospel, with our unique talents, we can effectively reach every segment of society.
If you want to energize your Study Helpers and Coordinators by starting your own Printed Lessons program with Ocean Bridge, you can reach out to Tim Yaeger or Sherri Hays. Email us at help@worldbibleschool.net or call (800) 311-2006. We are here to help you ever step of the way.
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When Stephenie signed up on the World Bible School website to study the Bible by mail, she couldn’t have known where those lessons would lead. This summer, they led to
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In this episode of One More Chapter, Brian Rex Davis, Noah Davis, and Bryson Davis continue their study of biblical “principle”, explaining how general teachings give inclusive guidance that can be applied in various ways, while specific commands are authoritative and must shape belief and practice.
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