First Bible Baptist Church, of Blue Springs, Missouri, desires the most for every family member. This next step in education invites all of our most serious disciples to be completely fulfilled in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Acts 1:8 Bible Institute (A18BI) offers any devoted Bible student an opportunity to pursue understanding, deeper knowledge and wisdom from God. The courses provide in-depth studies of books of the Bible, theology topics and related subject matter for ministry leadership preparation. Students will also participate in practical ministry assignments as they apply what they are learning.
A18BI offers many opportunities for the serious student. Among them are:
Starts 9/14/25
Instructor: Pastor George Grace
A verse-by-verse study of the book of beginnings which covers over 2,300 years of Bible history. Genesis I covers the book from creation up to Abraham.
Starts 9/17/25
Instructor: Pastor Bryon Callaway
A verse-by-verse study of the books that are among the most misunderstood and misapplied in the Bible. The doctrines that are taught in these books are the primary concern of this course.
Starts 9/18/25
Instructor: Colton Hawkes
An important study into what is perhaps the most transitional of all transitional books. Special attention is given to the Jewish character of the book, and the doctrines that stem from it.
North Star Bible Institute (NSBI) was founded in 1975 at First Bible Baptist Church of Rochester, New York with the intent of providing “more” for those who were not content with a couple of sermons from the pulpit each week. As the church grew and the need for more and better trained ministers and volunteers was evident, NSBI was expanded and by 1985 a four-year curriculum was developed that seemed to satisfy sincere and interested students.
The primary purpose of NSBI is to provide sound biblical teaching with hands-on opportunities for practical experience every day in the local church. Academic and theological training is coupled with practical everyday ministry experiences. NSBI has graduated over 120 alumni; many serve as pastors, missionaries, local church ministers and teachers in over 15 countries. The institute pursues every practical way to teach and provide ministry opportunities, while attempting to be sensitive to our social and technical culture. NSBI’s goal is to inspire Christians to love God, love people, serve others, and to tell everyone.
Rev. George Grace is the current director of NSBI. He desires to partner with our ministry to make A18BI successful. With more than 45 years experience, NSBI provides the proven model that we desire to follow.
We appreciate your interest in Acts 1:8 Bible Institute. It is our desire to help Christians be the best they can be through biblical discipleship.
A18BI, partnered with NSBI, offers the student a professional and thorough opportunity to learn God's word. Whether you are a new believer in Christ or an experienced Christian, A18BI will help equip you for God's call on your life.
This is accomplished through a literal interpretation of the Scriptures. We believe God says what He means and mean what He says.
The theme verse for A18BI is "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth" (2 Timothy 2:15).
We realize that laboring in God's word produces tremendous results. The word of God cleanses, changes, sanctifies, inspires and illuminates followers of Jesus Christ. We hold it in high esteem and are not ashamed to do so.
Although this is the first year for A18BI, our program is built on more than three decades of this philosophy through NSBI. Over the years, NSBI has produced multitudes of men and women in full-time ministry around the world. Our desire is to add to these results with men and women from our local area. Whether one is a pastor, pastor's wife, missionary orSunday school worker, students have been well prepared for their spiritual journey.
You are invited to come prepare with us. We are here to help you be successful in whatever God has called you to do!
Sincerely In Christ,
Dr. Bobby Bonner
A18BI Director
Acts 1:8 Bible Institute is located at First Bible Baptist Church in Blue Springs, Missouri.
A18 Bible Institute
1441 SE Adams Dairy Parkway
Blue Springs, MO 64014
816-220-2337
816-220-2374 (fax)
A18BI.com
For additional information, please email us at info@a18bi.com.
Acts 1:8 Bible Institute, a ministry of First Bible Baptist Church, admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies and other school-administered programs.
