Calvary greetings. The school has made great strides since its establishment in September 2024. A combined prayer service was planned and well executed. Congregations testify to the school’s impact. 6 baptisms were recorded. 3 courses were taught.
Nothing excites me more than seeing students commit to their studies and implement what they learn in class. As an instructor and the director of the school, I am humbled by the students’ dedication, organization, and zeal to unify and grow the church in Bloemfontein. All I say is thank you, Lord, for Bear Valley Bible Institute, Bloemfontein.
The students organised a combined prayer service on the 17th of May at the Senodale Building (the building the school is using for classes). All four congregations in Bloemfontein were represented, with approximately 60 people in attendance at the service. The main items prayed for were:
1. Unity among the four congregations
2. Proper and effective leadership
3. Strong youth
4. Christ-centred men and women
5. Church growth
Our instructor, Robert, presented a touching, informative, educational, and spiritual lesson on unity. In the middle of the lesson, people stood and hugged each other. God, thank you for the wisdom you gave to Robert. The service ended with a fellowship meal.
The combined prayer service opened a door for unity among the congregations in Bloemfontein. A Sunday combined service was organised and held at Turflaagte. Christians in all four congregations feel the impact the school has made in their congregations. The Bible studies and preaching have improved drastically; thus, the students can teach sound doctrine.
The congregations have started recording baptisms. The Universitas church, where five of the students congregate, has been obedient to the Great Commission, as shown by the number of baptisms and their commitment to spreading the gospel. The young women are organizing prayer services and different activities with the permission of the church leadership. As a result of these activities, the students have baptized six people.
Three courses were taught in the second quarter of 2025. The courses and instructors are as follows:
Critical Thinking and Planning, Robert Likhang- April
Holy Spirit And Spiritual Gifts, Tawanda Mwadiya- May
Christian Ethics, Robert Likhang- June
Continue to pray for the school in Bloemfontein as the students make a great impact. The courses taught so far have helped the students, which inevitably prompted them to unify the church. Pray for the six souls to remain steadfast in the Lord. Thank you for your support.
