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Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: It is quite easy to consider prison as an institution […]

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:14:18 -0400

It is quite easy to consider prison as an institution where people who made bad choices in life are supposed to reside. Nevertheless, this lesson shattered all my misconceptions so powerfully. The main thing to be noted here is that as much as the world hates something, God cherishes it.

This particular description about how the prisons…

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Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:46:30 -0400

@jeffshott more just guidance jeff

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What stood out most to me in Jail and Ministey Lesson 11, is the idea that God’s greatest treasures are often hidden in the places people overlook—especially prisons. It […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: What stood out most to me in Jail and Ministey Lesson 11, […]

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:42:17 -0400

What stood out most to me in Jail and Ministey Lesson 11, is the idea that God’s greatest treasures are often hidden in the places people overlook—especially prisons. It challenges the way we normally see value, reminding me that brokenness doesn’t disqualify someone from purpose. The image of inmates transforming into powerful spiritual…

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Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:29:43 -0400

That’s a really thoughtful reflection. I especially like how you picked up on the fruit being one unified reality—that idea changes spiritual growth from “trying harder” in different areas to focusing on being rooted in the right source. The garden imagery ties into that perfectly too—what’s growing outward is always connected to what’s…

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One of the most compelling things that stood out to me in this session is the idea that the fruit of the Spirit is singular, not plural. That completely shifts how I think […]

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Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:28:59 -0400

AWESOME many thanks

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Over the next few days, we will be making a slight change to the site so that when you log in, you will start on the student dashboard page. This will give you quick access to the […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: One thing I learned from this reading is that […]

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:28:33 -0400

One thing I learned from this reading is that prison ministry is not just about helping people who have done wrong, but about recognizing their value and potential in God’s eyes. The idea that “treasures” are hidden in prison really stood out to me. It challenges the common view that inmates are beyond hope or change. Instead, it shows that…

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: From this lesson, I learned that prison ministry is […]

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:46:57 -0400

From this lesson, I learned that prison ministry is about discovering “hidden treasure” in those society has discarded. I gained a clear understanding of the scriptural mandate in Matthew 25:36 and the importance of one-on-one visitation for inmates who lack support.

The lesson emphasized maintaining professional boundaries: setting firm…

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Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:38:56 -0400

@tamaraflansaas Hi Tamara! Welcome to the Online Bible Institute. It’s a great, welcoming community.

No this is not the forst lesson i nthe Aoosciate of Arts in Ministry, you have to complete 20 units,so start where you like, I started with teachign tactics and now here on kingdom living. also if stuck there is a CONTACT on left hand side .… Read more

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I really enjoyed Kingdom Living Lesson 1! The introduction to the two spiritual kingdoms and the overview of Jesus as King of Kings was both clear and thought-provoking. […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: I really enjoyed Kingdom Living Lesson 1! The […]

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:53:43 -0400

I really enjoyed Kingdom Living Lesson 1! The introduction to the two spiritual kingdoms and the overview of Jesus as King of Kings was both clear and thought-provoking. The reminder that the Gospel of the Kingdom must be preached to all nations before Christ’s return gives real urgency to our faith. I’m looking forward to diving deeper into…

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: Let me say this...Basically, this lesson says that […]

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:56:29 -0400

Let me say this…Basically, this lesson says that we shouldn’t just “lock people up and throw away the key.” It argues that people in prison aren’t garbage; they are actually like hidden treasure—gold and silver that is just waiting to be found.

Even though society often gives up on inmates or thinks they can’t change, the message here is…

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Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:28:13 -0400

@micahcastromangalao yes indeed

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JAIL AND PRISON MINISTRY LESSON 7. Ponder on this please…

The reality check here was heavy. Really heavy. Never had I ever really considered this, but God stores His […]

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Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:27:58 -0400

@andreahill he sure can,he uses me 🙂 🙂

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JAIL AND PRISON MINISTRY LESSON 7. Ponder on this please…

The reality check here was heavy. Really heavy. Never had I ever really considered this, but God stores His […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: JAIL AND PRISON MINISTRY LESSON 7. Ponder on this […]

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:39:16 -0400

JAIL AND PRISON MINISTRY LESSON 7. Ponder on this please…

The reality check here was heavy. Really heavy. Never had I ever really considered this, but God stores His treasures away in the most secure vaults possible. In the same way that gold and diamonds are stored in vaults where only very few individuals know how to access them, God…

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Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:29:37 -0400

@Des Hi Desmond, yes it a great class to take. 🙂

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What I found interesting in this LESSON ( Jail & Prison Ministry) is the description of the priceless worth of the inmates as treasured individuals in the sight of God. […]

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Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:29:12 -0400

@aaronhouse hi Aaron – yes great class to take.

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What I found interesting in this LESSON ( Jail & Prison Ministry) is the description of the priceless worth of the inmates as treasured individuals in the sight of God. […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: What I found interesting in this LESSON ( Jail & […]

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:30:33 -0400

What I found interesting in this LESSON ( Jail & Prison Ministry) is the description of the priceless worth of the inmates as treasured individuals in the sight of God. The description of the prison ministry as the discovery of the hidden gold and silver that represents the souls of the prisoners with great potentials is quite impressive. It…

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Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:03:09 -0400

@jeffshott thank you Jeff. …course called Methodologies of Multiplication,..interesting 🙂

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The part of this teaching that I found most compelling was the notion of transformed prisoners becoming “spiritual warriors”—of those who are cast out by society becoming the […]

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Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:48:33 -0400

@aaronhouse 😁

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The part of this teaching that I found most compelling was the notion of transformed prisoners becoming “spiritual warriors”—of those who are cast out by society becoming the […]

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Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:48:24 -0400

@andreahill 😄

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The part of this teaching that I found most compelling was the notion of transformed prisoners becoming “spiritual warriors”—of those who are cast out by society becoming the […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: The part of this teaching that I found most compelling […]

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:39:08 -0400

The part of this teaching that I found most compelling was the notion of transformed prisoners becoming “spiritual warriors”—of those who are cast out by society becoming the tools of God. It serves as a reminder that there is hope for all individuals regardless of their circumstances. This perspective completely reframes how we view…

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: Jail and Prison Ministry - Lesson -----“Life… In the […]

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:49:09 -0400

Jail and Prison Ministry – Lesson —–“Life… In the Shadow of Death” was one of my favorites. The detailed account of the Easter Sunday service in the Central California Women’s Facility was very captivating. Amidst the unfriendly surroundings of barbed wires, watchtowers, and even a death row facility, the church was filled with joyous and…

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Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:48:03 -0400

@andrewream so true Andrew

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I really liked this subject, because it helped bring into light a previously ignored part of society as a mission field. The Biblical mandate from Matthew 25:36 is very […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: I really liked this subject, because it helped bring […]

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:56:56 -0400

I really liked this subject, because it helped bring into light a previously ignored part of society as a mission field. The Biblical mandate from Matthew 25:36 is very important here, because it reminds us that visiting prisoners is not merely some extra job, but the specific command of Jesus to come to meet Him in unexpected places.

That…

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Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:05:23 -0400

@festusdaniel 😃

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What I truly enjoyed about this module on teaching tactics was how it stressed that it is not just about sharing information, it is about sharing life and spiritual growth. […]

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Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:05:14 -0400

@teresaholcombe 😃

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What I truly enjoyed about this module on teaching tactics was how it stressed that it is not just about sharing information, it is about sharing life and spiritual growth. […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: What I truly enjoyed about this module on teaching […]

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 03:58:59 -0400

What I truly enjoyed about this module on teaching tactics was how it stressed that it is not just about sharing information, it is about sharing life and spiritual growth. I enjoyed learning how Jesus taught using day-to-day objects, parables, and problems to illustrate and teach spiritual truths. I enjoyed this part of the module on…

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Wed, 01 Apr 2026 03:55:55 -0400

@andreahill 😃

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What I have learned from this lesson on teaching tactics is that teaching is not just about imparting knowledge, but also about helping people have an experience with God and […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: What I have learned from this lesson on teaching tactics […]

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:39:54 -0400

What I have learned from this lesson on teaching tactics is that teaching is not just about imparting knowledge, but also about helping people have an experience with God and live according to His Word. I have also learned that all Christians have been called to be teachers, not just leaders. A teacher also needs to have lived what they have…

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Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:35:48 -0400

@michaelkayamba 😀

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This lesson – TEACHING TACTICS LESSON 14 ,taught me that teaching in a Biblical context is more than just sharing information—it is about imparting both spiritual life and […]

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Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:35:19 -0400

@shack 😃

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This lesson – TEACHING TACTICS LESSON 14 ,taught me that teaching in a Biblical context is more than just sharing information—it is about imparting both spiritual life and […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: This lesson - TEACHING TACTICS LESSON 14 ,taught me […]

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 01:37:37 -0400

This lesson – TEACHING TACTICS LESSON 14 ,taught me that teaching in a Biblical context is more than just sharing information—it is about imparting both spiritual life and practical ways to live in God’s Kingdom. I learned that every believer has a responsibility to teach, using methods and tactics aligned with God’s Word, and that teaching…

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Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:58:36 -0400

great tiffany

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Chapter 10 Devotional Bible Study

This chapter is a breakdown of the Devotional bible study method. This method has 6 steps that help amplify your bible studies.

1. Record the […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: What I have learned from this lesson in Teaching Tactics […]

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 20:58:07 -0400

What I have learned from this lesson in Teaching Tactics is that it’s not just imparting knowledge; it’s imparting people’s experience of God and His Word. I have learned that all Christians are called to teach, especially through evangelism and discipleship. Teaching includes imparting truth and living a righteous life. I have also learned…

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: This lesson taught me that the ministry in prisons is […]

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:45:46 -0400

This lesson taught me that the ministry in prisons is an obvious biblical calling that is based on the words of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew 25:36 where He preaches that going to prisons is like serving Him. I realize that it is the duty of the believers to demonstrate the love of God to everyone, including inmates, without considerations…

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Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:32:12 -0400

@Clara 😃

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I liked how Lesson 12 emphasized that teaching is more than just sharing information—it is about helping people truly experience God and apply His Word in their lives. The focus […]

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Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:32:04 -0400

@tammiehumanburgin 😀

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I liked how Lesson 12 emphasized that teaching is more than just sharing information—it is about helping people truly experience God and apply His Word in their lives. The focus […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: I liked how Lesson 12 emphasized that teaching is more […]

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:23:25 -0400

I liked how Lesson 12 emphasized that teaching is more than just sharing information—it is about helping people truly experience God and apply His Word in their lives. The focus on both evangelism and discipleship stood out to me, especially how teaching should lead people not only to believe but also to grow and live according to God’s Kingdom.

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: What I learnt in Teaching Tactics Lesson 11 is that […]

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:47:45 -0400

What I learnt in Teaching Tactics Lesson 11 is that teaching is not just imparting knowledge, but life and a kingdom lifestyle through God’s Word. Every Christian is commanded to teach, as indicated in Deuteronomy 6:6-7 and Matthew 28:19-20, leading others to faith, baptism, and obedience. In teaching, you must understand your audience,…

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Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:36:06 -0400

@adebirkby me as well Ade, like very relatable,even i n crazy mixed up world we have the simplicity of Jesus 🙂

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What I found interesting about this lesson (Lesson 10 Teaching Tactics) was the way Jesus used parables as a method of teaching. The concept of a simple earthly story, like […]

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Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:35:06 -0400

@doncyr thank you Don.

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What I found interesting about this lesson (Lesson 10 Teaching Tactics) was the way Jesus used parables as a method of teaching. The concept of a simple earthly story, like […]

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Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:34:05 -0400

@tammiehumanburgin thanks tammie, it does indeed, have a great day .

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What I found interesting about this lesson (Lesson 10 Teaching Tactics) was the way Jesus used parables as a method of teaching. The concept of a simple earthly story, like […]

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: What I found interesting about this lesson (Lesson […]

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:02:11 -0400

What I found interesting about this lesson (Lesson 10 Teaching Tactics) was the way Jesus used parables as a method of teaching. The concept of a simple earthly story, like a farmer sowing seeds or a lost sheep, holding heavenly truths fascinated me. Parables “lay beside” earthly stories that could illustrate heavenly truths. Parables always…

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Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:55:27 -0400

@Des 😀

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I found this interesting because it reframes teaching not merely as an academic exercise, but as a spiritual weapon in ongoing warfare. The military analogy of […]

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Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:41:50 -0400

I found this interesting because it reframes teaching not merely as an academic exercise, but as a spiritual weapon in ongoing warfare. The military analogy of “tactics” immediately caught my attention — comparing God’s Word to a sword gives teaching a sense of urgency and purpose I had not previously considered. I am ex-military so it caught my…

Wayne A. Clarris posted an update: I really enjoyed Lesson 8 of Teaching Tactics as it […]

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:12:48 -0400

I really enjoyed Lesson 8 of Teaching Tactics as it opened my eyes to the powerful and practical methods Jesus used as the master teacher. What stood out most was how Jesus never relied on abstract or complicated approaches — instead, He used object lessons drawn from everyday life, such as birds, flowers, fishing, and harvesting, to make deep…

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Thu, 19 Mar 2026 22:16:07 -0400

What impressed me most is that it treats teaching as a calling for every believer, not just pastors or leaders. The idea that ordinary people can be equipped to reach nations through effective Biblical teaching is both inspiring and empowering.

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Thu, 19 Mar 2026 22:07:57 -0400

@Pieter 😀😀

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The concept of setups was interesting to me in this jail and prison ministry lesson. The manual states that the inmates will be observed first by a volunteer at a […]

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Thu, 19 Mar 2026 22:07:49 -0400

@Des 😀

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The concept of setups was interesting to me in this jail and prison ministry lesson. The manual states that the inmates will be observed first by a volunteer at a […]

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Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:41:30 -0400

@Tope 😀

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The concept of setups was interesting to me in this jail and prison ministry lesson. The manual states that the inmates will be observed first by a volunteer at a […]

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Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:41:08 -0400

@Tope 🙂 🙂 😀

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One thing I found interesting about Teaching Tactics Lesson 6 is how it explains the role of the Holy Spirit as the teacher within believers. It stood out to me that teaching […]