SPIRITUAL GROWTH

Students of SBC are transformed through the powerful Word of God and through the empowerment by the Holy Spirit. Each class begins with a time of prayer together at 8:30 am. Prayer is an integral part of SBC. Learning and growing together as a student body. Matthew 18:19-20 "Again I say to you, that if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. For where two or three have gathered together in My name, I am there in their midst."

WORD OF GOD

The Bible is the inspired, infallible, and authoritative Word of God. Scripture is central to all classes and is the plumbline for prophetic interpretation.

PRAYER

“God shapes the world by prayer. The more prayer there is in the world the better the world will be, the mightier the forces against evil” (E. M. Bounds in Intercessory Prayer. Dutch Sheets, 23). SBC students soon realize the importance of prayer…in the secret place, in community…that prayer opens the windows of Heaven.

CLASSES

Courses in Bible, theology, evangelism, leadership, and general courses are offered. Students can earn the following: Certificate of Biblical Studies, Certificate of Supernatural Discipleship; Associate and Bachelor of Biblical Studies; Bachelor of Applied Ministry; Bachelor of Practical Theology; Master of Servant Leadership.

DISCIPLESHIP

A true disciple of Jesus is “a person who follows Jesus, is transformed by Jesus, and joins with Jesus on his mission” (Jim Putman & Bobby Harrington. Discipleshift, 54). Discipleship is best accomplished through relational environments that are intentional. Students have opportunities during chapels and class to engage in intentional discipleship.

SPIRIT EMPOWERMENT

Students are encouraged to have a spiritual hunger and thirst for and an intentional openness to the work and moving of the Holy Spirit in the individual believer’s life and ministry as well as the expression in and through the corporate body of believers.

RELEASING

Matthew 28:18-20: Jesus came and spoke to them saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” SBC is dedicated to Spirit-empowered leaders and sending them forth to accomplish the great commission.

Fellowship

Acts 2:46-47: “So continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking break from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart, praising God and having favor with all people.”

Events

Throughout the year, we encourage student events. Such outings include bowling, hiking, beach combing, Lights of Christmas, Corn Mazes, Game nights, and much more.

SERVANT LEADERSHIP

According to Robert Greenleaf, a servant leader is “one who is a natural, caring servant-seeker and follower who places the welfare and growth of others above his/her own concerns.” Leaders need to be servants first. Matthew 20:28 we see Jesus stating, “…just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.”

OUTREACH: LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL

Students engage in local and international ministry as part of their training. More opportunities open each year for ministry to other nations. Currently, students travel to the Philippines in the winter and possibly Bangkok, Thailand in the near future.

PRACTICAL MINISTRY

One of the requirements for all students is to be engaged in either their church ministry or another local ministry. Students need 30 volunteer hours per year for a maximum of 120 hours of service during their time at SBC.

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