Joseph's Closet Ministries

A new semester begins January 5, 2010.

This semesters news:  

Students will be now able to earn an Associate of Christian Ministries degree.

New Elective class this semester will be Missionary Legacies.

In Theology this semester we will study... (info to come soon).

In Old Testament we will study... (info to come soon).

In New Testament class we will study... (info to come soon).

MID-AMERICA BIBLE INSTITUTE

Preaching the Kingdom of God, and teaching those things which concern the Lord Jesus Christ... (Acts 28:31)

Purpose: The Goal of Mid-America Bible Institute is to train the people of today’s church to a greater knowledge of God’s Word, the proper interpretation of God’s Word, and most importantly, a viable application of God’s Word. A greater knowledge of God’s Word, the Bible, produces greater confidence in the Christian walk; proper interpretation brings greater authority in the Christian walk; and a viable application brings greater wisdom in following God’s design for our Christian walk.

Program: Mid-America Bible Institute (MBI) is a three year educational program originally developed by Liberty University. The curriculum is divided into three subjects: Theology, Old Testament, and New Testament.

Process: MBI meets one night per week (Tuesday), two semesters per year. Each semester is 16 weeks in length, closely following the traditional school calendar. No classes are held during the summer. Each class is approximately 45 minutes in length. Because all subjects are taught the same night, one after the other, the student has the opportunity to take one, two, or all three classes per semester. In six semesters, or three years, the student will graduate with a Bible diploma or degree. If the graduate desires, application may then be made for transfer credit options to Liberty University. Other Bible schools and Universities may accept transfer credit from MBI. Please check with your intended school as policies differ between schools concerning transfer credit.

Elective classes are required in 4 out of 6 semesters for a student to receive an Associate of Applied Christian Ministries Degree, when taken in conjuction with the core curriculum. Each 16 week semester will add one of the following classes:

Introduction to Greek

Missionary Legacies

Romans

Personal Evangelism

Homiletics

Introduction to Church Ministry

Ministry Internship (not held during scheduled time but in cooperation with a ministry)

Price: MBI desires that any student of God’s Word be able to attend classes with minimal expense. Partial and complete scholarships may be available. Please inquire for more details.

Following is a cost breakdown:

$25.00 registration fee per semester (regardless of number of classes enrolled in)

$30.00 one time text book fee due at time of first enrollment

$10.00 study guide fee per semester (for each subject enrolled in)

                 $10.00 for one subject

                 $20.00 for two subjects

                 $30.00 for three subjects

$100.00 tuition per semester per subject

                 $100.00 for one subject

                 $200.00 for two subjects

                 $300.00 for three subjects

$30.00 Tuition for each elective class.

A payment plan is available if enrolled in more than one subject, with $100.00 down at time of enrollment

A $50.00 discount will be given if the student enrolls for all three subjects and pays the total tuition at time of enrollment

Accreditation: American Accrediting Association of Theological Institutions, Inc. 

Classes will be held at our host location : Shady Grove Baptist Church (Hwy 14 east out of Ozark toward Sparta, South on Hwy OO 3 miles. Follow signs)

PLEASE CONTACT US WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR FOR A FULL BROCHURE AND REGISTRATION FORM.  417-582-2273

Meet Your Instructor

Joseph Ransom is the founder of Mid-America Bible Institute, a division of Joseph’s Closet Ministries. He holds undergraduate degrees in both Communications and Bible along with a Master’s Degree in Religious Education, a Doctorate of Ministries Degree in Counseling , a Doctorate of Theology Degree and a Doctorate of Psychology (Biblical Model) Degree. Dr. Ransom is a Licensed Professional Christian Counselor (AACT) and an ordained minister. He is the author of three books and numerous Christian stage plays and travels as an evangelist and motivational speaker. He has taught at the undergraduate and graduate levels for many years.

 CLASS SCHEDULE

Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

ONLY TWO TEXT BOOKS ARE NEEDED

For uniformity in classroom discussion, the KJV will be the accepted Bible text book for class notes. However, other translations may be used for comparison and personal study.

Willmington’s Guide to the Bible is the only other text book required.  You may purchase this on your own via your local bookstore or internet site if you do not have one or you may purchase them through MBI included with your tuition payment.

STATEMENT OF BELIEF

1. We believe in one God, existing eternally in three persons, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

2. We believe the Bible, the scriptures of the Old and New Testaments to be the infallible Word of God, the only true rule of faith and practice.

3. We believe that man was created by God in the image of Himself, but that man sinned and incurred not only physical death but also spiritual death, which is separation from God, and that all human beings are born with a sinful nature.

4. We believe that Jesus Christ, existing eternally with the Father, was begotten by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, and is true man and true God.

5. We believe Jesus Christ died on a cross for our sins. He is a representative and substitution for us and He is a complete sacrifice. All who believe in Him and receive by faith the Lord Jesus Christ are born again of the Holy Spirit and receive grace, forgiveness and eternal life. They become children of God and are joint heirs with Jesus.

6. We believe in the resurrection of the crucified body of Jesus Christ, His ascension into heaven and in His present life there for us as Advocate and High Priest.

7. We believe that if the Lord tarries it is appointed unto man to die one physical death and then the judgment.

8. We believe in the second imminent coming of our Savior Jesus Christ, both visible and personal to establish His Kingdom on Earth. We believe in the bodily resurrection of the just and the unjust.

9. We believe the Lord has given to His church a great commission to evangelize the world and to disciple believers.

IN REGISTERING FOR CLASSES ON LINE IT WILL BE UNDERSTOOD THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND AND AGREE WITH THE ABOVE DOCTRINAL STATEMENT

2009 REGISTRATION FORM (print this off and return with payment for discount*)

___ $30.00 Text Book Fee (Willmington’s Guide to the Bible) One time fee

___ $25.00 Registration fee (required regardless of number of subjects)

___ $10.00 Study Guide for Theology

___ $10.00 Study Guide for Old Testament

___ $10.00 Study Guide for New Testament

___ $100.00 Tuition for Theology

___ $100.00 Tuition for Old Testament

___ $100.00 Tuition for New Testament

 

___$30.00 Tuition for elective class

___ -$50.00 *discount if enrolled in all 3 subjects and total paid by check at time of registration.

Student name:                                                     

Address:                                                                

City,ST, Zip:                                                            

Phone: (     )                                                          

email:                                                                       

Check enclosed for $_______________
 payable to Mid-America Bible Institute.

X_______________________________________________________ I agree with the MBI Doctrinal Statement.

YOU MAY PRINT THIS AND MAIL WITH YOUR CHECK OR MONEY ORDER TO:

MID-AMERICA BIBLE INSTITUTE

835 CAPP HILL RANCH RD.

OZARK, MO 65721