Volunteer Bible Instructor Application
“I look forward to getting the Discover Bible Guides. For someone in prison, receiving these guides is like getting mail straight from Jesus. They give me a greater understanding of the Word.” — April
“Taking these courses has been a rewarding trip. It’s shown me, in more ways than one, God’s true love for me.” — James
“I really enjoyed these studies. They brought me closer to Jesus and helped me see that I really need Him in my life.” — Billy
“These Bible studies are amazing! Many times when reading Scripture, I was unclear on the meaning—until I started completing the Discover Bible Guides.” — Regina
Grade a Lesson. Change a Life.
The Discover Bible School is expanding. More people are growing curious about God’s Word—and we need your help grading Bible study lessons! We will provide for you, free of charge, ALL the materials and training necessary to become a successful correspondence Bible instructor. Sign up today to start making an eternal difference in the lives of your students.
What’s Required?
The Voice of Prophecy is inviting faithful Seventh-day Adventists to join its volunteer Bible Instructor Team. Those who apply need to:
Be willing to grade lessons for one student
Be a member of a local Seventh-day Adventist church
Be willing to use a smart phone/computer for student record keeping (training provided)
Be willing to pay the postage for the correspondence mailings (click here for postage cost and mailing schedule details)
Have a passion for soul winning
Be willing to pray daily for your students
Want to know more?
Click the FAQ Sheet button below for more information.
FAQ Sheet
Q: What will the Discover Bible School provide me if I become a volunteer Bible Instructor?
A: The Discover Bible School will provide, free of charge, all the supplies needed for you to grade lessons for one correspondence student. The list of supplies for both the Focus on Prophecy and Discover Bible courses can be found here.
Q: How much time does it take to grade lessons?
A: It takes around 15 minutes to grade a lesson and prepare the next mailing to send to the student.
Q: Do I need to find my own Bible study correspondence students?
A: No. The Discover Bible Headquarters Schools receives around 160 Bible study requests a week. We will assign you a student through the online Student Record System (SRS) application. All the student’s information can be accessed through your phone or on your computer.
Q: Do I have to use the Discover Bible School’s online Student Record System (SRS)?
A: Yes. Our user-friendly online platform is designed to help you keep track of your student’s progress and allows us to assist you and your student if any issues arise while they are taking the Bible course.
Q: Do I need to obtain a PO Box to be a volunteer Bible instructor?
A: Yes. Many instructors get permission to use their local church PO Box to send and receive mail. If the church box is not available, instructors can use their own personal PO Box or obtain an extra small box at their local Post Office.
Q: How much does the postage cost for one student to complete a course by correspondence?
A: If a student is enrolled in the Focus on Prophecy Bible lessons, the postage amount for all the mailings is $25.10. For the Discover Bible lessons, the mailings cost $31.23.
Q: May I grade lessons for more than one student?
A: Yes! A Bible instructor is allowed to have as many students as they desire. We will only assign one student unless an instructor requests for more.
Q: What is training like? Will I be able to talk to someone or will it be a training video?
A: The Discover Bible School has scheduled regular Zoom meetings for training and support for volunteer Bible instructors. Training videos on how to use the Student Record System (SRS) are also available here.
Ready to apply?
Please fill out the application below and a Discover Bible School representative will be in touch with you soon.
