The primary goals of GBI Online are (i) to nurture Christians in sound doctrines of God's Word, (ii) to equip lay leaders with the knowledge of God's Word that they may serve efficiently and effectively for God's glory and the good of the church, (iii) to provide theological and ministerial equipping to preachers, pastors and missionaries to communicate accurately, passionately and effectively God's Word to His flocks.

METHOD OF TEACHING

Firstly, the courses provided on GBI Online are for the benefit of students in Gethsemane Bible Institute established in different parts of the world. It is also for the benefit of believers who do not have opportunities in their own places to pursue sound biblical studies in preparation for faithful and effective services in the church.

The methods of teaching are as follows:

(1) Study Notes (in digital form) would be made available. Students should download the notes and study them for quizzes and exams. There will also be projects such as assignment papers.

(2) Lectures of certain subjects will be in audio and video format.

OUR COURSES

1. FOUNDATIONAL BIBLICAL STUDIES (FBS)

As the name suggests, this course is designed to provide doctrinal and biblical knowledge that is foundational for every believer, especially those who are new in the faith. This course will help those who earnestly desire to grow in the knowledge of God's Word and thus be equipped for service in the local church.

We recommend this course to you if you have not completed any other theological and biblical courses. It is advisable to complete this course before you attempt other courses offered in GBI Online.

2. LAY LEADER'S BIBLICAL STUDIES (LLBS)

This course is designed to equip church members who have opportunities to serve as Sunday school teachers, fellowship and ministry leaders, assistants to church leaders, etc.

3. CHURCH LEADERS' BIBLICAL STUDIES (CLBS)

This course is to equip deacons, elders and other church leaders who have appointments to teach the Word of God and to give leadership in the church. This course will also prepare those who are planning or already involved in Gospel's outreaches in local communities or in foreign missions.

4. PASTORAL BIBLICAL STUDIES (PBS)

This course is offered only to those who are called into full-time pastoral ministries. Those who are preparing for or already in the offices of the church such as pastor, preacher and missionary are welcome to take this course.

In addition to completing the following subjects, this course requires all students to be under a two-year supervision of a pastor(s) who is assigned by GBI.