September 7, 2011 Update
Here's what's
happening here in the
ministry this week....
Ministry Update
Well, the past month and a half has nearly killed us with all
the work we had to do to prepare for the Bible college, but
now we can look back on the hard work and see that it was
all worth it! The Lord provided each step of the way,
though at times we weren't sure how we were going to go
another day. The students moved in and we started
classes this week! It is amazing how the Lord always
completes what He leads us to start!
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First Week of School!
We have 23 students enrolled for classes, 18 of which are full time, taking all the classes
each night to earn their Bible School diploma in three years. Many are working class
people, which is why we have night classes. Our school runs from 5:30-8:45 each night.
6 of these students are dorm students, meaning that they have completely surrendered to
full time ministry, and desire to completely saturate themselves in training. They eat, sleep,
and breathe the ministry. They have a very tight schedule which starts at 6am with morning
devotions and prayer and then a day full of service in the two local churches that we
planted. They are learning, not only from the curriculum, but through hands on training!
Cherith Bible Institute - Construction Finished
Of course we have many minor jobs that still need to be finished, but the major projects are
done! We just praise the Lord for walking beside us each step of the way, and allowing us
to have the strength and resources to complete these needed rooms so that the students
can come and begin a life of ministry for the Lord.
The men's bathroom and shower room is
now complete! We also added on a long
shelter so that the children can use this
area on Sundays, giving them more room
and close access to a bathroom.
The men's dorm is also finished, complete
with a small fellowship area outside. This is
used in the Bible school and in church on
Sunday.
Pastor Nap teaching the Hermeneutics class, which helps students understand and
interpret Bible principles
The ladies dorm is finished, and just needs
a few added touches. They are currently
sleeping on the wood frames, but we hope
to someday add foam.
Inside the new bathroom. There are
separate areas for the toilet and shower.
This area will serve as the bathroom for
the men as well as the LBC church on
Sundays and Wednesdays.
Christie teaches the English class, which is an important tool they will need as
they study and prepare for ministry. We never know where the Lord will lead them,
and general knowledge of English is vital.