Announcements

Summer Courses Start Saturday!

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Hello Students!

We are so excited that courses start up this Saturday, May 17th. We are offering several great 8-week and 16-week courses - check them out!

All summer courses are self-paced, meaning that students have 12 weeks to complete all the lectures, quizzes, and assignments.

All work must be done by August 2nd at 11:59 pm CST. There are no audit options for summer courses.

See you in class!

LFBI Staff

Ep 229: The Kingdom of God & the Kingdom of Heaven

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In the King James Bible, a unique distinction is made that isn’t clearly found in any other English versions of the Bible. It is a difference in terms that has a serious impact on the way we understand the New Testament. It also comes to influence our understanding of our very mission as Christians, our view of prophecy, and our eschatological outlook.

What is this major discrepancy that is often misunderstood? Well, it’s the terms “Kingdom of God” and “Kingdom of Heaven." These two similar phrases have two categorically unique impacts on our understanding of the gospels and the narrative of scripture. Come to find out, these two kingdoms differ in their presence, their primary audience and their nature. Defining these terms helps us to rightly divide the Word of God. 

Today we are honored to be joined by LFBI instructor Greg Axe, pastor at Crest Bible Church and author of The Kingdom of God & The Kingdom of Heaven, to discuss the differences in these two concepts and what they mean to our theology.

 

 

Ep 228: The Celebrity Evangelist, Dylan Novak

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Evangelism holds a significant place in the life and mission of the Christian, but the truth is very few of us are doing it. Throughout Scripture, we see Jesus and the apostles engaging people in a way that reflects boldness and urgency — so what makes us so afraid of confronting people with that same degree of urgency?

On todays show, we are going to be speaking with Pastor Dylan Novak, who is a man on a mission to bring the gospel to one of the least reached people groups — celebrities. God is using Dylan to lovingly confront movie stars and musicians with the gospel. Since the start of his ministry, God has given him the opportunity to share the gospel with over 1,000 celebrities.

Dylan’s view of confrontational evangelism and his heart to “redeem the time” makes him an ensample to all of us who desire to have a more active and personal evangelism ministry.

 

 

The end of the semester is upon us!

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Hey Everyone,

Today is the last day of the semester and there are few things we want to remind you of.

  • For many of you, there is only one quiz and one or two more assignments left to complete. Please stay focused and don't give up! Don't forget that every major assignment (not quizzes) that is late receives a 10 point deduction until it reaches 50%. Please make sure you turn work in on time.
  • Many students still have outstanding library books. Please keep in mind, before a student will be allowed to enroll for Summer semester, they must pay all late fees and return their books. All fees must be paid on Saturday mornings from 9:30-noon CST in the upper Meyer.
  • The library WILL be open this summer, every Saturday from 9:30-noon CST. Come hangout with friends, study, do discipleship or read with a fresh cup of coffee. This Fall we will be opening a room devoted to streaming course lectures too.
  • Summer courses are now open for enrollment. Join us for 12 weeks of self-paced coursework and get your work done within your own summer schedule.

Praying for you all,

LFBI Staff

Ep 227: What does the Bible say about Polygamy?

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In today’s episode, we’re tackling a topic that challenges cultural norms and theological assumptions: polygamy. What was once considered a fringe practice in the U.S. is now gaining more visibility, prompting questions about marriage, ethics, and faith.

What does the Bible say and how should Christians understand this subject? In the Old Testament, we see polygamy in practice among patriarchs and kings who had multiple wives – but how did God perceive that? Are there instances in which God condones the practice?

To help us navigate this topic, we’re joined by missiology professor James Fyffe, a missionary himself, who spent time ministering in cultures where polygamy is a longstanding tradition. Today we will look to God’s word to find out not only what the Bible says about polygamy, but how this question may impact people in ministry and on the mission field. 

 

 

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