Stories from Croatia – January Update The Biblical Institute is pleased to share the latest developments for early 2026. Our focus this month is on several upcoming publications and initiatives aimed at deepening understanding of Scripture and supporting Christian education in Croatia. In May, we will publish Sitting at the Feet of Rabbi Jesus in […]
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Purpose of the Conference As part of the research project “Discipleship in Evangelical Churches in Croatia”, the Biblical Institute organized a panel discussion in September 2024 called “Conversations on Discipleship”, bringing together a number of pastors to discuss discipleship. During that meeting, we began exploring: Challenges churches face in the discipleship process Needs of churches […]
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We want to share with our supporters the stories and testimonies that show how God is at work in unexpected ways and how the Biblical Institute is making a lasting impact in local churches. DECEMBER The Biblical Institute has continued its long-standing focus on the biblical–Jewish roots of the Christian faith, a field of study […]
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The Biblical Institute is organizing and conducting its certificate program Advanced Biblical Studies Program this year in two Croatian cities — Garešnica and Poreč (serving the Istria region). The program is designed for church members and ministry workers, with courses carefully tailored to their needs. Some of the courses offered include Advanced Introduction to the […]
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In a groundbreaking event, the Biblical Institute of Zagreb and our Croatian partners brought two American church groups to Zagreb to address one of today’s most pressing spiritual challenges, the mental health crisis among teenagers. The mid-October collaboration with Southside Church of Christ (Lexington, KY) and Cornerstone Christian Church (Dallas, TX) marked the inaugural “Disciple […]
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On October 31, the Biblical Institute Zagreb marked Reformation Day with an event titled “Balthasar Hubmaier – A Reformer Without Compromise.” The event emphasized the enduring importance of critical thinking and the courage to stand for truth. Nino Brozinčević, M.A. presented the life and historical context of Balthasar Hubmaier, while Dr. Danijel Časni introduced Hubmaier’s […]
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On Saturday, September 15, the class Reading the Bible as a Unified Story was held at the Biblical Institute, offering participants the opportunity to explore the richness and interconnectedness of the biblical text. Starting with the Book of Genesis, the lecturer Dr. Ervin Budiselic guided the students through key events and figures, showing how different parts […]
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The Biblical Institute will soon host a range of engaging and practical lectures designed to deepen your understanding of the Bible and equip you with valuable tools for everyday Christian living. Upcoming Classes Include: Reading the Bible as One Connected Story (Ervin Budiselić): September 13, 2025 Contemporary Ethical Issues (Danijel Časni): September 20 & 27, […]
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The Biblical Institute in partnership with the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Osijek is organizing a unique music project and competition called “Sing a New Song” as part of the Heart of Worship conference in Osijek, Croatia taking place November 7 – 8 2025. Interested musicians will be able to submit their songs to jury members […]
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We are proud to announce the successful completion of another Biblical languages language cycle (2024/2025) at our Center for Biblical Research (a department of the Biblical Institute).On Saturday, June 8, a certificate ceremony was held for participants who completed Biblical Hebrew and New Testament Greek. The event was both formal and joyful – marked by […]
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This past weekend (May 30–31, 2025), we held another round of lectures at the church EPC Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina—this time diving into the historical and wisdom/poetic books of the Old Testament. It was a an engaging study experience, with students showing strong engagement and really getting into the discussions. Our lecturer, Monika Bajic, said […]
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Last Friday, the presentation of two editions of the Book of Psalms took place at CBI in the center of Zagreb as part of the Croatian Psalter project. These are two lesser-known, yet valuable, Croatian translations of the Psalms. The first translation is from 1859, created by Ivan Matija Škarić, and the second is from […]
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We’re excited to announce the publication of a new book by our lecturer, Dr. Danijel Berković based on his doctoral dissertation. His book, Personal and Private Religious Experience in the Biblical Psalms, is now available through Lagham Publishing. The book takes a closer look at the Psalms—one of the most beloved parts of the Bible—known […]
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Why Did God Choose Israel? This past Friday at the Bible Institute, we had the honor of hosting Avi Snyder, the European ambassador for the ministry Jews for Jesus, who gave a lecture on the topic: “Why Did God Choose Israel and What Is Its Role in the History of Salvation?” Avi began by dispelling […]
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Through four lectures titled “Different Bible Translations – Which One Is Best?” by Dr. Goran Medved, held in April over the course of three sessions. Participants had the opportunity to learn about Bible translation models, Hebrew and Greek manuscripts used for translation, which translation to use, which is the best, and other related topics. The event […]
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Last Saturday, March 29, 2025 we held a Bible workshop titled ‘Angels and Heavenly Hosts in Biblical Texts’ in the reading room of the Biblical Institute in the center of Zagreb. The workshop emphasized discussion and friendly fellowship based on biblical texts. It was led by our Old Testament studies and Hebrew language lecturer Dr. […]
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On Saturday, April 5th, a conference was held at the Baptist Church Dubrava on the topic “Music and Worship in Evangelical Churches in Croatia from 1990 to 2020,” organized by the Biblical Institute from Zagreb and the Institute for Church Music and Worship at the Evangelical Theological Seminary in Osijek. This conference provided an opportunity to […]
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The book Discipleship Essentials is considered one of the best books on the topic of discipleship, and the fact that it has been translated into over thirty languages speaks in its favor. The author, Greg Ogden, with his rich experience in pastoral work, disciple-making, and teaching at a biblical school, provides an in-depth understanding of […]
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2024 was filled with events at the Biblical Institute Zagreb! Take a look at what we have been doing: 2024 video You can also read about our events throughout 2024 here: timeline 2024
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We are happy to announce that Dallas Willard’s book “Renovation of the Heart” is now available in Croatian. Dallas Willard (1935–2013) was a distinguished professor, theologian, and Christian thinker whose works on spiritual transformation have left a lasting impact on contemporary Christian thought and practice. We believe that this book will have a great impact […]
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Through four lectures, participants explored a deeper understanding of their faith and a closer relationship with God. They reflected on their spiritual journey, seeking answers on how to grow in faith and develop a Christ-like character in everyday life. On this journey, they were guided by Monika Bajić, M.Th. When asked, “Which part of the […]
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On January 25, 2024, a conference titled “The Passion Narratives in the Biblical Psalter” brought together scholars to explore this powerful theme. While around 75% of the Psalms are considered psalms of lament, surprisingly few end in pure sorrow. Instead, even in the midst of pain, doubt, and emotional struggle, the psalmists often find a […]
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Over the course of three engaging two-hour sessions, our lecturer, Ervin Budiselić, shifted the focus away from simply providing “correct” answers or interpretations. Instead, he emphasized the importance of understanding the diverse ways the Bible can be interpreted and introduced practical methods for studying and interpreting Scripture more effectively. The sessions covered a range of […]
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