Franklin Bible Institute
Flexible correspondence study for ministry preparation. No time limit — study at your own pace.
“Then He said to His disciples, ‘The harvest truly is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest.’”
Preparing laborers for the harvest
Franklin Bible Institute provides correspondence study to support biblical learning, ministry preparation, and credential development. Through biblical education and ministry training, the institute offers a correspondence theology, ordination, and credential program that helps students deepen their understanding of Scripture, Christian doctrine, and ministry practice.
Students can study in a way that supports spiritual growth, practical ministry preparation, and personal development for service. The institute aims to cultivate a strong foundation of faith, character, and integrity so students can make a positive impact by sharing the transformative message of the gospel.
Pastor Leo Franklin III founded Franklin Bible Institute.
Study that fits your life
- Flexible correspondence format for independent learners.
- Strong biblical and theological foundation for ministry service.
- Training that supports faith, character, and integrity.
- Preparation for ordination and credentials.
- No time limit — study at your own pace.
The entire program is $499.
Nine courses for ministry preparation
Each course is completed by correspondence, at your own pace.
Politics and the Church
THEO 301
Examines biblical foundations, theological perspectives, and practical guidelines for Christian engagement in politics while keeping the gospel and church’s mission central.
Doctrine of Salvation
THEO 302
Studies humanity’s need for salvation, the person and work of Christ, and the application of salvation in conversion, assurance, and sanctification.
Doctrine of the Church
THEO 303
Explores the nature and identity of the church, its marks, leadership and ordinances, and its mission, worship, and community life.
The Person of Jesus Christ
THEO 304
Presents Christ as true God and true man, surveys His earthly ministry, death, and resurrection, and explains His present reign and future return.
Doctrine of the Holy Spirit
THEO 305
Covers the personhood and deity of the Spirit, His work in salvation and sanctification, and His gifts, guidance, and empowering of the church.
Doctrine of Eschatology
THEO 306
Treats death and the intermediate state, the return of Christ, resurrection and final judgment, and the new heaven and the new earth.
The Nature of God
THEO 307
Examines God’s existence and being, His attributes and providence, and the doctrine of the Trinity and its implications for worship and life.
Christian Leadership
MIN 301
Focuses on the character of a Christian leader, shepherding and teaching responsibilities, and habits and teams that sustain long-term, Christlike leadership.
Finding and Being Oneself
SPIR 301
Explores Christian identity in Christ, spiritual gifts and vocation, and the lifelong process of becoming one’s true self through growth and community.
Training ministry leaders of high integrity
Franklin Bible Institute exists to communicate the principles of God’s word in a curriculum format as it trains ministry leaders to high integrity, so they can become effective leaders in the church.
The institute envisions an atmosphere for training Christ-centered ministers of high integrity in the truth of God’s word, so they can live free, serve families, and worship God.
Ready to begin your studies?
The entire program is $499, with no time limit. Visit the institute’s website to read more.