About Our Bible Lab

To  instill in the pliable minds of our young, and any who might join them, the inspired truths of God's Word, is a primary concern of the Riverside Drive congregation. Being able to present Biblically based facts in a technically advanced environment is our aim for children in Bible classes for grades two through eight.

The concept of "Bible Lab" has been used for several years by a number of congregations across America. About six months diligent work was invested in preparing for this method of learning. A number of Riverside members, under the direction and coordination of deacon Tony Shell and others, spent hundreds of hours in making preparation for Bible Lab, which started in July 2003. A considerable financial investment was made, including a major modification of the lay-out of the first floor of our building. 

Some general features of Bible Lab include the following:

1. Each student is assigned a fully equipped office cubical, his or her own personal, permanent work station.  

2. Except for a general assembly at the conclusion of each class session, each student works alone, at their own academic pace, carrying out a series of assignments that guide them through the Old and New Testament scriptures.  

3. If a student misses a class in the Sunday AM - Wednesday PM series, they return to resume their study at the point where they were previously working.

4. Computerized Bible programs, high class visual aids, and an adequate research library are available for the students use.  

5. Rather than the teacher simply telling the students answers to questions concerning Biblical knowledge and its application, each pupil is encouraged to seek and find the correct answer for themselves.  

6. Qualified and trained teachers work with each student on a one-on-one basis to help guide them through the elaborately planned curriculum. After each section of work is completed by a student, it is checked and discussed with a teacher, before proceeding to the next area of material.