World Bible School

(WBS FAQs, Questions for Postal Students, & Questions for Email Students)

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Goodlettsville C of C Office of WBS

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International Office of WBS

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FAQs about WBS

Click on link to read frequently asked questions about WBS and questions for postal and email students.

WBS FAQs

1. Will I receive a certificate? Yes. A certificate of completion is available for each course.

2. Does WBS offer a college degree? No. WBS does not offer a degree program. The WBS courses are designed to increase your knowledge and faith in God through the study of Scripture.

3. Will WBS send me a free Bible or other free items? No. The only resources WBS provides are free Bible courses. Funds are limited to the supply of the courses via postal mail and email at no cost to the students. All Scriptures used in the courses are included in the lessons so access to a Bible is not necessary to complete WBS courses.

4. How long do I have to complete a WBS course? WBS courses are written for busy people. Each lesson is brief and can be completed in about half an hour. We suggest the following: Set a goal to study at a regular pace. We recommend daily.
Allow time to think and pray about the Scriptures as you study. Look for areas of our life to change your behavior and thinking to honor God. Meditate on the truths presented in the lessons. Let them shape your life. Remember Christianity involves worship, fellowship, obedience, service, a daily relationship with God as you learn to be more like Jesus.

5. Will WBS fit my busy schedule? Yes. WBS offers you the opportunity to study when and where you want. Our desire is to accommodate your schedule, and to encourage you to develop some healthy new habits in your spiritual walk.

6. Is WBS really free? Yes, WBS is really free. WBS Study Helpers and others support WBS as they donate time and money to keep WBS free for all students around the world. There are no hidden costs or fees.

7. What is the WBS mission? The mission of WBS is to educate and equip people who seek a better understanding of God and His will for their lives through study of the Scriptures. WBS serves you in your quest for a deeper faith. We desire to assist you in developing a more intimate relationship with God.

8. Does WBS offer advanced courses? Yes, WBS offers advanced courses as we as links to other advanced Bible resources.

9. What is the WBS doctrinal statement? The Study Helpers and staff of WBS believe the Bible is from God and should be our only source of religious instruction. We follow no creed, but Christ. We have no "doctrinal statement of faith,"except the New Testament. The message of the Bible, both Old and New Testaments, points us to faith and grace from God through His Son, Jesus. We believe that salvation is found in no other name but Jesus and by following His teachings, and the other writers of the New Testament, you can be part of God's family. You may have questions about what those in the church of Christ teach and believe. We recognize your right to test the message we present in light of God's Word. In fact, we agree one should test what he is taught about spiritual things and therefore, we encourage you to study God's Word.

10. Will WBS help me get a VISA to study in the U.S.? No, WBS or WBS Study Helpers are not able to help you get a VISA or study in the U.S. WBS is a distance learning school using correspondence courses by Postal and Email. WBS does not have a campus for studies.


Questions by Postal Students
 

1. How long before I receive my first Postal course? It takes an average of 6-8 weeks to receive your first Postal course, depending on the number of new students enrolling.

2. Can you locate my former WBS Study Helper? No. There are millions of students studying with WBS, therefore we are not able to contact a Postal study helper for a student.

3. May I mail my Postal course answers to a WBS Center in my country? Yes. WBS has a mailing center in 23 countries. Click here to see the list of countries and addresses.

4. May I receive the WBS course by mail and send my answers by email or Internet? No. Most Postal Study Helpers do not have email.

5. How do I enroll my family and friends in WBS? Print and share a WBS poster or flyer with your family and friends.


Questions by Email Students
 

1. How long before I receive my first email course? The first email lesson will be sent within 15 minutes of your enrollment along with 3 other messages.

2. What should I do if I did not receive all 4 of the enrollment emails? Send an Email to the Student Support Team and let them know.

3. How do I type my answers on the email lesson? 1. Open the answer section of the lesson. 2. Click "Reply" to change the answer section to edit mode. 3. Place your cursor inside the square answer bracket [ | ] and type the letter corresponding with the correct multiple choice answer.

4. What should I do if I have not heard from my WBS Study Helper? Send an email to your Study Helper, letting him know you are ready to begin. If you have not heard from our Study Helper in 1 week, submit a Support Request for assistance.

5. What should I do if I want to study with a WBS Study Helper in my area? WBS has Study Helpers in many countries around the world. If you are interested in a face to face Bible study, submit a Support Request with information about your need. WBS is international but does not have Study Helpers in every countries.