Our Doctrinal Statement Open Bible
Institute & Theological Seminary is built on the inspiration
and preservation of God's Word. The following is a list of
doctrinal truths which our Bible Institute governs itself by.
Our Mission Statement Open Bible Institute and Theological Seminary exists
primarily to train Christians in fulfilling the Great Commission of
our Lord Jesus Christ. Begin today equipping yourself for the
ministry God has called you to by calling toll free:
1-800-242-5314.
Courses
& Degrees
Earn your
associates, bachelors, masters, or doctorate degree in theology or
ministry from home. Certificates and diplomas are also
available in biblical studies.
In
England the Wesleys and George
Whitefield were conducting similar
revivals and outdoor campaigns. One of
the lives touched during this time was
William Williams. Prior to this time
Williams had been preparing for the
medical profession, but upon hearing the
word of God, young Williams gave his
heart and life to God and decided to
enter the ministry. He served two
parishes in the Anglican Church for a
time but never felt at ease in the
established, ritualistic church. He
decided to take all of Wales as his
parish and for the next forty-three
years traveled nearly 100,000 miles on
horseback, preaching and singing the
gospel in his native tongue. Though he
suffered many hardships, he was
affectionately known as the "sweet
singer of Wales." Throughout Wales he
was respected as a persuasive preacher,
yet it is said that the chief source of
his influence was his hymns. He wrote
approximately 800 of them, all in Welsh.
One hymnologist has said, "What Isaac
Watts has been to England, that and more
has William Williams been to Wales."
Unfortunately, most of Williams's hymns
are un-translated, and this is the only
hymn for which he is widely known today.
The imagery of the hymn is drawn wholly
from the Bible. The hymn compares the
forty-year journey of the Israelites to
the promised land with the living of a
Christian life as a "pilgrimage through
this barren land."
Verse 1
Guide me, O Thou great Jehovah,
Pilgrim through this barren land;
I am weak, but Thou art mighty,
Hold me with Thy pow'rful hand.
Bread of heaven, Bread of heaven,
Feed me till I want no more;
Feed me till I want no more.
Verse 2
Open now the crystal fountain,
Whence the healing stream doth flow;
Let the fire and cloudy pillar
Lead me all my journey through.
Strong Deliverer, strong Deliverer,
Be Thou still my strength and shield;
Be Thou still my strength and shield.
Verse 3
When I tread the verge of Jordan,
Bid my anxious fears subside;
Bear me thro' the swelling current,
Land me safe on Canaan's side.
Songs and praises, songs and praises,
I will ever give to Thee;
I will ever give to Thee.
Getting
started has never been easier! It's just a free phone call away!
Calling allows us to put a real voice to all your questions. Our
registrar office will provide you with all the information you need
to make a knowledgeable decision. You will learn about:
The History Of Our Bible
College.
The Course Outline Of Your Studies.
How Long It Will Take To Complete Your Education?
Tuition, Payment Options & Scholarships
Who Your Professor/Mentor Will Be
How Your Education Provides Opportunities To Serve?
Our Doctrinal Statement
ves touched during this time was
William Williams. Prior to this time
Williams had been preparing for the
medical profession, but upon hearing the
word of God, young Williams gave his
heart and life to God and decided to
enter the ministry. He served two
parishes in the Anglican Church for a
time but never felt at ease in the
established, ritualistic church. He
decided to take all of Wales as his
parish and for the next forty-three
years traveled nearly 100,000 miles on
horseback, preaching and singing the
gospel in his native tongue. Though he
suffered many hardships, he was
affectionately known as the "sweet
singer of Wales." Throughout Wales he
was respected as a persuasive preacher,
yet it is said that the chief source of
his influence was his hymns. He wrote
approximately 800 of them, all in Welsh.
One hymnologist has said, "What Isaac
Watts has been to England, that and more
has William Williams been to Wales."
Unfortunately, most of Williams's hymns
are un-translated, and this is the only
hymn for which he is widely known today.
