COURSE CURRICULUM – BIBLE AND THEOLOGY

Introduction
We are a Bible based, Christ centered and Spirit led Christian institution
KBI purposes:
To provide in-depth foundational training in areas of Bible and Theology, Leadership and
Christian Life Skills to church leaders and aspiring leaders who do not have access to training
programs or Bible School.
Goal: The goal of this training is:
To equip leaders to plant and build vibrant churches which disciple every disciple to be a
multiplying disciple in the Kingdom of God.

The KBI curriculum has over ten manuals which are designed to train and equip Church leaders,
those aspiring t leadership, and others who are intentional in developing their ministry gifts and
skills for effective service to God and humanity.

The entire curriculum consists of ten books and has a total of approximately 800 hours
of study.
At the end of the course, the certificates are issued by KBI and TVET Each student will
receive Certificate in Bible and Theology.(BTH) TRANSCRIPT indicates units covered
and grades average points.
Students have been issued with summarized copy of the curriculum:
COURSE 1 - BIBLE STUDY METHODS AND INTERPRETATION RULES

It is an introduction to the basic methods of Bible study

and the rules of interpretation, with special emphasis on
the proper understanding and obedience of the Word of
God, as well as the development of practical skills.
Students will learn to determine what Scripture says, what
its meaning is and in what form it should be applied.
Study the Bible of God, to know the God of the Bible!
Course Objectives:
Train pastors in the proper and systematic study and
interpretation of the Bible with the objective of "using the
Word of God well," so that they can be "prepared for every
good work."
Lead the pastors towards a constant vigilance of the need
to apply and obey the Bible in a personal way, as they
preach it and teach it to others.
Demonstrate that an important purpose of personal Bible
study is the "instruction in righteousness," whereby
pastors and church leaders will become more and more
like Jesus Christ.
Emphasize the need for the pastor to be totally dependent
on the teaching ministry and the enlightenment of the Holy
Spirit that dwells in him.
Encourage the pastor to commit to a serious, personal,
daily, and textual study of Scripture.
The Four Types Of Giving According To The Bible

Published October 2nd, 2019

Did you know that there are four types of giving as written in the Bible? You must
know all of these. If you understand the differences of each, then you will see
how these acts can reward you in life.
Here are the four types of giving according to the Bible:
1. Tithes
Tithes often get confused with offerings, but both are very different from each
other.
According to the Bible, tithes are 10% of your income (Leviticus 27:30), and it
can’t count as an offering. Anything you give more than the required tithe is what
counts as an offering.
Remember that the land and all its fruits were given by God. It’s our way of
recognizing Him as the provider of all things.
But tithes are more than an act of recognition.  It’s also a way of giving thanks for
all the blessings that you are receiving. All your income came from God. So, you
can think of the tithe as a way of giving back in gratitude for what we received.
Tithing was mentioned in the Bible a couple of times. But the first act of tithing
was done by Abraham. He just came from battle and was met by the Priest/King
Melchizedek who attributed his victory to God and blessed him for it. Then
Abraham gave him a tenth of everything (Genesis 14:19-20).
Though tithing was commanded in the Old Testament, the New Testament tells us
that we should not neglect the weightier issues. Yes, it’s good to offer a portion of
our income to God but we should not forget to offer justice, mercy, and
faithfulness (Matthew 23:23). These should go hand in hand. We can’t practice
one while neglecting the other.
2. The Seed or Offerings
As mentioned, offerings differ from tithes. Unlike tithing, which has a required
amount of how much you should give, offerings are more of a free will. It’s up to
you how much seed you want to give.
Although the more you give, the more you will receive (Luke 6:38). Think of it as
the more seeds you sow, the more plants you can harvest.
So where should you give your offerings or plant your seed? The Bible says that
the source of your spiritual food should receive your offerings (1 Corinthians
9:11).

3. The First Fruits

The first fruits are usually done once a year or for every new blessing that you
receive (Deuteronomy 14:22).
For example, the house of God should receive the full amount of your first salary
that you get from your new job. An increase in your salary should also be given to
your spiritual storehouse.
Any new blessings that you receive count as a first fruit, so all these should be
offered to God (Proverbs 3:9).
Giving your first fruits once a year will show how grateful you are for the blessings
that you received from Him.
4. Alms-giving
Unlike those three types of giving above which you should give to God, alms are
for humankind. Your compassion and sympathy will lead you to help the less
fortunate and the needy.
There are many ways on how you can give alms. There are lots of soup kitchens
out there that help the less fortunate where you can donate food, clothes, and
even some cash.
Although most people do alms-giving, many do it the wrong way.
In the Bible, it says that you should give alms in secret so you can protect the
dignity of those who are in crisis. Many are helping others but are bragging about
it as well.
All of us can help the needy, but only a few can help others with the purest of
intentions.
When you practice all these types of giving, then you can have your financial life
under control. But remember, you need to have the right intentions and
motivations when giving.
Your heart should be pure when doing such selfless acts and God will bestow
more blessings upon you.