The period from January to April has been a blessing. Two BVBI International directors visited the school. 4 baptisms were recorded. Four more students have joined. The students testify about how the school has changed their lives.
In January the school was blessed to host Brother Mark Reynolds. He had time to encourage and motivate the students. In March, Brother Keith Kasarjian visited the school and had a wonderful time with the students for two days. Both Mark and Keith had an opportunity to preach at Maseru church of Christ on a Sunday. According to Sesotho culture, every visitor is supposed to be given a Sesotho name. Mark was named Lerato (Love), after preaching a wonderful sermon on love. Keith was named Karabo (Answer) because it had been a long time since Lesotho prayed for a Bible School and God answered through Brother Keith. It was indeed a blessing to have them in Lesotho and the school hopes to host you again soon.
Four more students have joined the school. Palamang Litsie from Sehlabeng church of Christ, that’s about 20km from Maseru. Litsie is one of the leaders at Sehlabeng church. BVBIL students have been instrumental in the inception of this congregation, thus every Sunday two students are sent there to lead the services. Makhotla Mafatle and Ramatsitsi Khothatso are from Hamamathe church of Christ which is about 55 km from Maseru. Again this congregation was started by the efforts of BVBIL students and instructors. Matiisetso Tlhabi is from Maseru church. The school plans to train these men from Sehlabeng and Hamamathe so that they can be preachers of their respective congregations.
The school is jubilant to report that four souls have been saved during this period. 64 prospects have been engaged by the students, and over 200 WBS introductory lessons have been distributed. Denominational Doctrines, Bible Geography, and Personal Evangelism 3 were taught during this period. The book of Revelation was taught in December 2022, but because students need to fully understand it, the instructor decided to increase the course time to the first two weeks of January. Thus, from January to April, only 3 courses were taught.
The school instructor, Robert, was involved in a car accident, even though the car was badly damaged, thanks to God, Robert came out alive with just minor scratches.
This is what the students have to say concerning the impact BVBIL has on their lives:
Moses Tsoene, “The BVBI has made me realize that I have to work more upon my spirit for this has shown how much I really don’t know my Christian belief and therefore I must work even harder to become more understanding of God and His intentions upon myself. It’s an inspiration to serve Him the way and effectively tell others about this amazing God.”
Likhama Leuta, “BVBIL lessons have taken me to another level in terms of spiritual growth. I am now more rooted in Christ than before. But what amazes me more is the feeling and desire to learn more that the school has arisen inside me. That is something I did not have before. Like at work, I have improved so much that positive things are happening for me. I thank God for this opportunity. I went to this school for God’s work but I get the bonus of positivity in my personal life.”
Motse Kolobe, “Khotsong bana’beso.ruri ha ke tsebe moo ke lokelang ho qala teng ha ke bua ka seo sekolo see see entseng bophelong baka, leseli Leo ke le fumanang sekolong Mona le mpha t’sepo ea hore thuto ea nnete ekeke ea timela..ruri ke motlotlo ka Bear valley Institute.” Translation “Peace be with you, brethren. I really don't know where to start when I talk about what this school has done in my life, the information I get from school here gives me hope that true education will not perish…really I am proud of Bear Valley Institute.”
Mapule Kaeane, “The school has transformed my life a lot! It helped me to know the depth of reading the Bible and praying to God with a clear mind. Bear Valley helped me to discern the truth from lies or heresy. Whether I listen to or read religious articles, I can differentiate a true Christian or just a joker pushing his or her interest. I thank God and our teachers who work hard to see that we students are filled with truth and will never blame anyone but ourselves for not doing what is expected of us as Christians.
Thato Leuta, “The school has greatly impacted me in a positive and somehow negative way. POSITIVELY: I now appreciate a healthy Christian Life more. I appreciate what Jesus The Christ did for me on the cross. I have learned that there is more to scripture than just a written message. I now understand my obligation as a Christian (Great Commission). I now understand that God’s commands are not optional; love one another, forgive others, do good to others, etc. I now understand that the Bible has a lot in it. That it covers every aspect of our daily lives. I wish I could learn the Word of God till the end of time. NEGATIVELY: I have become too judgmental. It saddens me a lot when; the “brothers” misinterpret the scriptures because they are hesitant to come to school. Church ladies see school as something for the brothers only. When Christians seem to be spiritually malnourished and when we have all the necessary nutrients at our disposal. The school is the best.”
Makhotla Mafatle, “Bear Valley Bible Institute has helped me to discern the Truth and the Error, it has fueled my devotion to God and passion for Sharing the Gospel to others, (the great commission). It has helped me to use the knowledge to Glorify God and help the lost. I developed passion, interest, and hunger to study and read the Bible and appreciate the holy Scriptures. It has helped me to defend my faith and spiritual growth. It has helped how to minister in a congregation. It has helped to put in practice the examples of Conversations in the book of Acts.”
Thank you for the financial and spiritual support.
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God bless you
In His arms,
Tawanda Mwadiya