The Burning Bush Vol 9 No 2.pmd - Far Eastern Bible College

Editorial
know theology is not just the responsibility of the clergy but also of the
laity. I am sure every child of God desires to please his Father in heaven.
How to live a victorious Christian life? There is no short cut. Every
Christian needs to engage in an intensive, systematic study of God’s Word
(2 Tim 2:15). Fathers need to know the Scriptures in order that they might
make wise decisions that would protect their family, to lead their wife and
children in the right paths (Ps 19:7-11). Mothers need to know the
Scriptures so that they might nurture their children in the grace and
knowledge of God (2 Tim 1:5, 2 Tim 3:15). Young people today need to
know the Scriptures so that they might overcome the many temptations
that entice them daily at every corner. Whether we are a Christian
employer or employee, we need to know the Scriptures so that we might
employ biblical ethics in our business or profession that will glorify God
in the midst of a corrupt and perverse society.
It is thus vital that all Christians know well the divinely inspired
Manual of life which is the Holy Bible. For this reason, the Far Eastern
Bible College since the beginning has offered evening classes for the
laity. Those who successfully complete 10 courses (chalking up 20
credits) will earn the Certificate of Religious Knowledge (CertRK). There
is also the off-campus certificate for those who are stationed overseas or
cannot attend the classes at night. FEBC seeks in every way possible to
promote biblical literacy in the church. Elders and deacons of the church,
Sunday school teachers, Bible study leaders in the fellowship groups or
neighbourhood Bible communities should spare no effort to get
themselves well-grounded and prepared to serve as leaders. A church that
studies together stays together. Truth unites!
When the lay members of the church are adequately equipped with
the Word of God, they become a mighty force in missions and
evangelism. Armed with sound biblical knowledge, they would be able to
impart God’s truth correctly and confidently. Souls would be converted
and lives changed, and God would be pleased to add to the church such as
should be saved (Acts 2:47). This applies to those involved in short-term
missions as well.
The Bible college has indeed an important role in missions and
evangelism. We ought not to underrate its importance in the life, health
and growth of the church.
J K
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