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Institutional Goals

Students can expect to receive the following while attending ABU

  • Biblical Competence:

  • A basic understanding of biblical facts and principles

  • An ability to inductively and methodically study Scripture

  • An understanding of the culture(s) in which the scriptures were written and the importance of context to proper understanding

  • An overt understanding of the Christian world view and how it differs from other world views

  • The ability to relate biblical principles to life situations

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Spiritual Growth:

  • Developing habits of personal and corporate worship.

  • Exploring and developing areas of giftedness through Spiritual Formation.

  • Learning the importance and power of personal and corporate prayer.

  • Applying biblical principles to real life problems.

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Evangelistic Application

  • Examining historical and current methods of evangelism

  • Understanding the power of a personal testimony

  • Learning Scriptures that will help articulate the Christian faith

  • Communicating the Christian message in word and deed.

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Academic Excellence:

  • Acquiring basic knowledge in a broad base of subjects

  • Allowing for in-depth study in areas of special interest or giftedness

  • Establishing patterns of clear and logical thought that recognize the effect of unexamined presuppositions

  • Learning to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas

  • Developing methods of study and research that lead to life-long learning

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Personal Development

  • Learning to recognize and apply one’s unique academic, social, and spiritual gifts

  • Gaining an understanding and appreciation of the differences of others

  • Learning to lovingly and effectively communicate with those of differing world views

  • Recognizing the importance of self-discipline and service

  • Applying the knowledge gained to life ministry through targeted internships

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