Abstract:
This study explored the nexus between Biblical studies programs and the
spiritual development of street families drawn from the rehabilitation
programs in selected Faith Based Organisations (FBOs) in Eldoret Town,
Kenya. Previous studies focused on the social and psychological aspects
of rehabilitation. The study was underpinned by the Divine Command
Theory, adopted a mixed method approach, which involved the use of
both correlational research design and descriptive survey design
Interviews, questionnaires and field observations were employed to
collect data. Chi-square tests of association were employed to measure
the relationship. Qualitative data, including field observations, were
analysed thematically. Study findings revealed that Bible study programs
continue to be a significant component of FBOs' efforts to rehabilitate
street families in Eldoret Town. The Pearson chi-square test, the
likelihood ratio test, and the linear-by-linear test results confirmed that
the nexus between these Bible study programs and spiritual
development among street families is positive and statistically significant.
The study concludes that proactive employment of Bible study programs
in FBOs in Eldoret Town to rehabilitate street families has a direct impact
on the spiritual development of these families. It was recommended that
all FBOs should adopt policy guidelines that embrace Bible studies
programs.
