What is the San Antonio School of the Bible?
The San Antonio School of the Bible is a Bible Training program that helps believers to expand their
understanding of the Bible and to be equipped for ministry in the local church. The school is designed for
members and workers in local churches, including deacons, Sunday School teachers, youth and children's workers,
Bible study leaders, and many others who simply desire to deepen their Bible knowledge and increase their effectiveness
in serving the Lord Jesus Christ!
understanding of the Bible and to be equipped for ministry in the local church. The school is designed for
members and workers in local churches, including deacons, Sunday School teachers, youth and children's workers,
Bible study leaders, and many others who simply desire to deepen their Bible knowledge and increase their effectiveness
in serving the Lord Jesus Christ!
The San Antonio School of the Bible
MOTTO
The School of the Bible follows the biblical pattern given in II Timothy 2:2, which says,
"And the things which thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit
thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also."
The School of the Bible motto is "able to teach others also". They are challenged to be
filled with the Spirit of God, and to be used of the Lord Jesus Christ to commit HIS WORD to others!
"And the things which thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit
thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also."
The School of the Bible motto is "able to teach others also". They are challenged to be
filled with the Spirit of God, and to be used of the Lord Jesus Christ to commit HIS WORD to others!
Goal of the San Antonio School of the Bible
Upon completion of the San Antonio School of the Bible courses of study program, students will be able to :
1) Explain the overall structure of the Bible and themes of each book.
2) Engage in personal Bible study using proper methods of interpretation.
3) Speak to others about their faith in Jesus Christ and show others the way of salvation.
4) Provide biblical answers concerning key subjects of Bible Doctrine.
5) Teach others the purpose and mission of the New Testament Church
6) Employ effective methods in teaching the Word of God to others.
7) Follow biblical principles in establishing a Christian home that is honoring to Jesus Christ.
1) Explain the overall structure of the Bible and themes of each book.
2) Engage in personal Bible study using proper methods of interpretation.
3) Speak to others about their faith in Jesus Christ and show others the way of salvation.
4) Provide biblical answers concerning key subjects of Bible Doctrine.
5) Teach others the purpose and mission of the New Testament Church
6) Employ effective methods in teaching the Word of God to others.
7) Follow biblical principles in establishing a Christian home that is honoring to Jesus Christ.
Admission Requirements of the
San Antonio School of the Bible
1) Adult students of all ages are invited to enroll in the San Antonio School of the Bible. Also high schoolers who
are in their Junior or Senior year are welcomed to participate.
2) No previous educational experience or credential is required of students. Enrollment is open to all who have a
desire to learn more of God's Word and to be further trained to serve in God's work.
are in their Junior or Senior year are welcomed to participate.
2) No previous educational experience or credential is required of students. Enrollment is open to all who have a
desire to learn more of God's Word and to be further trained to serve in God's work.
Graduation Requirements of the
San Antonio School of the Bible
1) Students must complete all twelve courses offered through the San Antonio School of the Bible in order
to graduate and earn a Biblical Studies Certificate
2) A Student is considered to have earned credit for a course by his / her consistent attendance and participation
in the classes. Each class must meet for a minimum time period of forty (40) minutes, and must hold a minimum of
twelve (12) class sessions per semester. A student receives credit for a class when he / she is in attendance not less
than ten (10) of the class sessions.
to graduate and earn a Biblical Studies Certificate
2) A Student is considered to have earned credit for a course by his / her consistent attendance and participation
in the classes. Each class must meet for a minimum time period of forty (40) minutes, and must hold a minimum of
twelve (12) class sessions per semester. A student receives credit for a class when he / she is in attendance not less
than ten (10) of the class sessions.
San Antonio School of the Bible
Course Schedule
Fall Semester- Year 1
SB 101 Personal Evangelism
SB 102 Survey of Old Testament 1
SB 103 Basic Bible Doctrine 1
Spring Semester- Year 1
SB 201 Methods of Bible Study
SB 202 Survey of the Old Testament II
SB 203 Basic Bible Doctrine II
Fall Semester- Year 2
SB 301 Teaching the Bible
SB 302 The Christian Home
SB 303 Survey of the New Testament 1
Spring Semester- Year 2
SB 401 Survey of the New Testament II
SB 402 The New Testament Church
SB 403 The Life of Christ
The Fall semester will begin on the 1st Monday of September and continue through the first week of December.
The Spring semester will begin the 2nd Monday of January and continue through the end of April.
SB 101 Personal Evangelism
SB 102 Survey of Old Testament 1
SB 103 Basic Bible Doctrine 1
Spring Semester- Year 1
SB 201 Methods of Bible Study
SB 202 Survey of the Old Testament II
SB 203 Basic Bible Doctrine II
Fall Semester- Year 2
SB 301 Teaching the Bible
SB 302 The Christian Home
SB 303 Survey of the New Testament 1
Spring Semester- Year 2
SB 401 Survey of the New Testament II
SB 402 The New Testament Church
SB 403 The Life of Christ
The Fall semester will begin on the 1st Monday of September and continue through the first week of December.
The Spring semester will begin the 2nd Monday of January and continue through the end of April.
San Antonio School of the Bible
Semester Schedule
Each semester must include a minimum of twelve (12) class sessions, with classes meeting a
mimimum of forty (40) minutes. The San Antonio School of the Bible semester schedule is as follows:
7:00pm - 7:40pm First Class
7:45pm - 8:25pm Second Class
8:30pm - 9:10pm Third Class
9:15pm - 9:30pm Praise / Prayer requests and Closing in Prayer
mimimum of forty (40) minutes. The San Antonio School of the Bible semester schedule is as follows:
7:00pm - 7:40pm First Class
7:45pm - 8:25pm Second Class
8:30pm - 9:10pm Third Class
9:15pm - 9:30pm Praise / Prayer requests and Closing in Prayer
San Antonio School of the Bible
Individual Course Descriptions
- Personal Evangelism- practical instruction in witnessing to unbelievers and leading them to Jesus Christ. Emphasis is laid on key Bible principles relating to evangelism. Students are taught how to use their personal testimony in witnessing and how to present the gospel clearly.
- Survey of the Old Testament I- a survey of the Books of Law (Genesis through Deuteronomy) and the Historical Books (Joshua through Esther) of the Old Testament. The main theme of each book is highlighted along with other significant features including key words, key verses, and pictures of Jesus Christ.
- Basic Bible Doctrine I- clear Bible Teaching in the subjects of bibliology (the study of the Bible), theology (the study of God), Christology (the study of Jesus Christ), pneumatology (the study of the Holy Spirit), and angelology (the study of angels). Bible answers are given to commonly asked questions concerning the Christian faith.
- Methods of Bible Study- helpful methods to assist believers in personal Bible Study. Students learn principles of biblical interpretation to guide them in understanding different passages of Scripture such as narratives, psalms, proverbs, parables, and prophecy. Students also learn how to use Bible study tools to help them in their study of individual books, chapters, verses, and words.
- Survey of the Old Testament II- a survey of the Books of Poetry (Job through the Song of Solomon, the Major Prophets (Isaiah through Daniel), and the Minor Prophets (Hosea through Malachi) of the Old Testament. The main theme of each book is highlighted along with other significant features including key words, key verses. and pictures of Jesus Christ.
- Basic Bible Doctrine II- clear Bible teaching in the subject of anthropology (the study of man), hamartiology (the study of sin), soteriology (the study of salvation), ecclesiology (the study of the church), and eschatology (the study of end times). Bible answers are given to commonly asked questions concerning the Christian faith.
- Teaching the Bible- practical instruction on teaching the Bible effectively to adults, youth, and children. Biblical methods of teaching are explored and learned. This course is particularly helpful to Sunday School teachers and workers, Bible study leaders, and parents who are teaching the Bible in their homes.
- The Christian Home- clear teaching from God's Word concerning God's design for the home and for the Christian family. Helpful instruction is given in the areas of marriage and parenting. This course is beneficial also to singles who plan to establish a Christian home some day.
- Survey of the New Testament I- a survey of the books of the New Testament (Matthew through Ephesians). The main theme of each book is highlighted along with other significant features including key words, key verses, and pictures of Jesus Christ.
- Survey of the New Testament II- a survey of the books of the New Testament (Philippians through Revelation). The main theme of each book is highlighted along with other significant features including key words, key verses, and pictures of Jesus Christ.
- The New Testament Church- a study of the first-century church in the New Testament. Emphasis is laid on the biblical purpose of the church and on the involvement of each member of the body. Key topics are studied such as worship in the church and prayer life of the church.
- The Life of Christ- a detailed look at the Person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ. Some topics covered are Christ's virgine birth; His teachings, miracles, and parables; His suffering and death; His resurrection and ascension. Students also learn Bible answers concerning the deity of Jesus Christ.
Students of the San Antonio School of the Bible
will be provided with the Student Notebooks
A beautifully-prepared Student Notebook has been designed for each of the twelve courses of study in the
San Antonio School of the Bible. The Student Notebooks contain the following:
1) A weekly instructional schedule
2) A listing of recommended textbooks and reading assignments for each class
3) Notes for each week's lesson
4) Designated space for the students to write additional notes as the lesson is taught
5) Scripture memory charts and other charts that are needed to accompany each lesson
6) A listing of other recommended books and resources
Once all admissions fees have been paid $60.00 for three courses each student will receive his / her notebooks
San Antonio School of the Bible. The Student Notebooks contain the following:
1) A weekly instructional schedule
2) A listing of recommended textbooks and reading assignments for each class
3) Notes for each week's lesson
4) Designated space for the students to write additional notes as the lesson is taught
5) Scripture memory charts and other charts that are needed to accompany each lesson
6) A listing of other recommended books and resources
Once all admissions fees have been paid $60.00 for three courses each student will receive his / her notebooks
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