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Ep 209: What Are Spiritual Gifts & Why Do We Get Them So Wrong?

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The church has been fitly joined to accomplish God’s will in this world. This is confirmed in Scripture. Ephesians 4:16 says, "From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love."

God has provided each individual with unique gifts that they might contribute to the work of their local church to meet the needs of the brethren, and achieve the objectives of the Great Commission.

Like many biblical teachings, there have been confusing and false teachings surrounding the subject of spiritual gifts. The Christian predilection for spiritual experience has given way to justifying much of these false teachings.

Today on the Postscript, Provost of Living Faith Bible Institute, Brandon Briscoe, will be discussing spiritual gifts with Dr. Chris Best, Missiology instructor at LFBI – asking what the Bible has to say about the gifts and how they function to further our faith and God’s will. 

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Preparing for the end of the semester

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Hello Students,

The end of the semester is coming quickly. As we focus on finishing our work, a few things are on the horizon that need your consideration.

If you plan on graduating at the end of this semester, please fill out the graduation form.

If you are looking to meet with an advisor to determine where you stand in terms of credits or you are in need of help selecting your spring classes, please contact your Advisory Dept.

Last but not least, Spring courses are now available for enrollment. Please start planning now for next semesters courses.

God Bless,

LFBI Team

Keep your eyes on the prize

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Hello Students,

As we approach week eleven of the semester, please keep your weekly assignments and semester projects a priority. All of your classes require you take a weekly quiz - so prioritize your lectures and quizzes by not waiting until the last minute. All of your classes require reading - so prioritize time for reading so that you are best prepared for your essays and book reports that are due at the end of the semester. 

We believe that each LFBI class should contribute to your maturity, discipline and growth in knowledge. Now is the time to double down and cross the fall semester finish line in strength.

We are praying for you,

The LFBI Staff

Ep. 208: Facing Fears and Taking Risks in Ministry

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Many Bible students believe that Timothy was only 16 years old when he left home to follow the Apostle Paul in the work of church planting. It's hard to believe that someone so young would commit to something so big. What kind of mindset would be required for such a young man to make such an important decision? Can you imagine the fears that he and his parents had to overcome to get to that place? What did Timothy have to risk in order to see God use him in such a mighty way? We have become risk averse in the evangelical church today. 
 
We fear what we can't see, and we are prone to dreaming small. We prefer comfort to victory. Many of us are stagnant in our ministry because we fear saying yes to the call of God on our lives. But what makes us risk averse? How is it that we've gotten to this place? How do we as individuals, and churches, overcome tiny thinking and instead come to a place of true sacrifice and service? On today's show, Provost of the Living Faith Bible Institute, Brandon Briscoe, has invited Jonathan Kindler, Faculty Professor of Biblical Counseling & Spiritual Formation at LFBI, to discuss what it means to overcome fear in our ministry. 

 

 

Still time to enroll for second quarter

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Hello Students,

As we wrap up first quarter, please keep in mind that there are several courses that begin next Saturday. Join us in either credit or audit options.

Baptist History (Axe, Briscoe, Shelby) - Although the lineage of the Baptist denomination is abrupt, complicated and at times perplexing, the Baptistic distinctives can be traced throughout church history. This course deals with important moments and people that helped shape the theology and traditions of Baptists. Further, students will explore what can be learned from the various moments, men, methods, and means within the Baptist heritage.

Youth Ministry (Grasher) - This course will cover the topic of ministering to teens in the local church. Students will learn about how to envision, initiate, develop, and oversee youth ministries.

In our lectures, we will take time to discuss the psychological and social developmental stages of teens and how that impacts the strategies of youth ministry. We will also address the practical issues related to administration and organization of youth activity.

Realities of Biblical Discipleship (Morgan) - This course explores the practical realities of envisioning discipleship in the local church, from a leadership perspective. We will clearly define discipleship and distinguish it among many other contemporary Christian perspectives.

The implementation of a biblical discipleship ministry in the local church is as important as the ministry of discipleship itself. This ensures that our view and approach to making disciples is biblical.

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