DISCIPLESHIP BIBLE SCHOOL

DBS

Inductive Method

Observe the text closely, interpret its meaning within its context, apply & proclaim God's timeless truths

Skilled Teachers

Instruction on various biblical topics, theology, and practical Christian living

Going Deep

Spiritual disciplines are encouraged as a means of deepening one's relationship with God

Faith & Action

The school emphasizes the application of biblical principles in personal, professional, and community contexts

One of the first things we learn in the DTS is the YWAM motto upon which the mission is founded: “To know God and to make Him known.” Yet one cannot possibly claim to know God if he/she does not even know His Word. So in the DBS we make the Bible the student’s companion for life! And it will be with Spirit and Truth! The student will discover the unified story of the Bible, be discipled by the Bible and will fall in love with the Author of the Bible.

In this 12-week introduction to the Bible, the student will be given an overview of “God’s story” and will discover the purposes of God in it. The student will read the entire Bible, observe the chronology of biblical events, better understand each book in its historical context, understand the harmony between the books, be able to recognize the different genres of literature, and major themes found in these 66 books. The student will learn the foundational truths of Christianity by going directly to the source.

Topics of the DBS

All topics connect head understanding with heart and action application

Topics in DBS generally follow through the books that you are chronologically studying.

Although each book is studied to discover its original intent, you will also be taught on topics.

For example – you will look at Worldview and Origins as you study through Genesis, Exodus, and Job.

Or you might look at Leadership and Worship as you study the life of David in 1 & 2 Samuel, Chronicles, and the Psalms.

Or during the study of Acts and Paul’s missionary journeys you might study Cross-cultural Missions and the Cost of the Call.

Each book is filled with insights to be discovered!

As a result you will be able to share your faith more confidently with those who are seeking (evangelism) and explain the Word of God more accurately to those who’ve already come to faith (discipleship).

The course is like a sequel to the DTS. Students continue the discipleship process begun in the DTS by addressing a variety of topics illuminated in the Scriptures, by building godly character and developing a lifelong hunger and love for the Word.

This will not only be accomplished in the classroom, but also outside the classroom, through one-on-ones, small groups, plus evangelism and mercy ministry in the community.

Programme Information

DATES

28 August – 20 November 2026

FEES

Our fees are based on the nationality of the applicant. This fee structure (want to know more about it?) allows students from less privileged backgrounds to join our training. The fees are in South African Rand, including tuition, food, and housing for 11 weeks.

2026 PRICES:

South Africans (subsidised): R27,550
Zone 1 (African countries): R29,550
Zone 2 (Latin America and Asia): R34,950
Zone 3 (North America, Europe, and Oceania): R43,950

*Prices might change without prior notice.

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