MINISTRY COURSES
STRATEGIES FOR SPIRITUAL WITNESSING (3 units)
The initial call of Jesus Christ to men was to be spiritually reproductive: Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. The Great Commission also challenged followers to spiritual reproduction. Using the analogy of the natural harvest, this course focuses on promises of spiritual harvest, things that prevent harvest and the keys to effective harvest.
FOUNDATIONS OF FAITH (3 units)
This course stresses the importance of proper spiritual foundations for life and ministry by focusing on foundations of the Christian faith identified in Hebrews 6:1: repentance, faith, baptism, laying on of hands, resurrection, and eternal judgment.
KINGDOM PRINCIPLE LIVING (3 units)
The Gospel of the Kingdom shall be preached in all the world before the return of the Lord Jesus Christ (Matthew 24:14). Understanding of Kingdom principles is necessary if one is to spread the Gospel of the Kingdom. This course focuses on patterns and principles of Kingdom living applicable to life and ministry.
DIVINE HEALING (3 units)
A study of the Bible teaches about divine healing. Complete guidelines for receiving and ministering healing.
STRATEGIES FOR SPIRITUAL WARFARE (3 units)
This course moves participants beyond the natural world into the realm of the spirit. Tactics of the enemy are analyzed and strategies of spiritual warfare assuring victory over the principalities and powers of the spirit world are explained.
MINISTRY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (3 units)
This study focuses on the ministry of the Holy Spirit, spiritual fruit, and spiritual gifts. Students are guided in discovery of their own spiritual gifts and position of ministry in the Body of Christ.
KNOWING GODS VOICE (3 units)
This course explains how God speaks to men today and how to find His general and specific plans for life. A Christian model for decision-making is presented, along with guidelines for overcoming wrong decisions, steps to take if you have missed the will of God, and methods for dealing with questionable practices.
BIBLE STUDY METHODS (3 units)
This course equips students for personal study of the Word of God after the conclusion of Institute training. Students learn how to study the Bible by book, chapter, paragraph, verse, and word. Other methods taught include biographical, devotional, theological, typological, and topical. Special guidelines for studying Bible poetry and prophecy are presented and students are taught methods of charting and outlining.
OLD TESTAMENT SURVEY (3 units)
This survey provides an overview of the Old Testament. Study outlines of each book of the Bible are provided for further development by the student.
NEW TESTAMENT SURVEY (3 units)
This survey provides and overview of the New Testament. Study outlines of each book are provided for further development by the student.
BIBLICAL WORLD VIEW (3 units)
This course examines the Biblical world view from Genesis through Revelation. God’s plan for the nations of the world from beginning of time detailed. Current worldwide spiritual need is also presented.
TEACHING TACTICS (3 units)
This course examines the methods Jesus used to teach and preach the Gospel. Students are taught how to prepare and present lessons and how to teach and preach the Gospel.
CHURCH GROWTH METHODOLOGIES (3 units)
God’s plan for spiritual multiplication is presented. This study reveals how a single Christian can be responsible for the multiplication of thousands of trained and motivated believers. Church growth principles are emphasized.
MINISTRY POWER PRINCIPLES (3 units)
The early church was born in a demonstration of the power of God. Power principles taught in this course equip students for spiritual harvest and moves them from being spectators to demonstrators of the power of God.
BIBLICAL MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES (3 units)
A review of Biblical management principles with emphasis on servant leadership, Biblical leaders, and Scriptural strategies for success.
PRINCIPLES OF ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS (3 units)
Students learn environmental analysis on an individual, church, and organizational basis. They learn how to analyze the spiritual environment of a village, city, state or nation prior to penetrating it with the Gospel message.
MINISTRY MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVES (3 units)
Everything Jesus did centered on the great purposes of God. This course analyzes Christ’s objectives for ministry and teaches students to institute management by objectives in their own life and ministry.
MOBILIZATION METHODOLOGIES (3 units)
This course presents methods for mobilizing spiritual forces for God and explains the practical application of utilizing spiritual resources in specific areas of ministry. Referral courses in various areas of ministry are also available through this course.
EVANGELISM (3 units)
The Gospel of the Kingdom spreads throughout the world as leaven in bread dough. The leaven is small and hidden but its impact is unlimited. Effective evangelism strategies are taught, including detailed instruction on the deliverance ministry, church planting, and techniques of networking between ministries.
INTERCESSORY PRAYER (3 units)
An intercessory prayer guide that includes guidelines on how to pray, what to pray for, when not to pray, resources for prayer, international intercession and factors that hinder prayer.
BIBLICAL PROFILE OF WOMEN (3 units)
A study of the Bible teaches about women and their role in ministry.
JAIL AND PRISON MINISTRY (3 units)
A complete guide to jail and prison ministry. Includes guidelines for visiting and writing inmates, conducting group services inside an institution, reaching out to families of inmates and ministering on death row.
THEOLOGY & BIBLICAL STUDIES (3 units)
An introduction to theology and biblical studies through the systemic study of Christian doctrine within a coherent framework which will enable a student to learn, identify and describe major doctrinal issues. This course will challenge a student to develop and formulate theological constructs that reflects theological Christian beliefs in conjunction with the student’s current or desired ministry.
CHURCH ADMINISTRATION & LEADERSHIP (3 units)
An introduction to godly principles and practices in administration and leadership within a church or other ministry situation. This course will challenge a student to understand and develop essential skills to examine, analyze and evaluate various management and leadership theories related to Christian ministry. Student’s will develop problem-solving skills and apply these skills in the student’s current or desired ministry.
PREACHING & EVANGELISM (3 units)
An introduction to the study of modern and classical preaching and evangelism methods. This class will challenge a student to use their knowledge of Biblical character, themes and theology to develop competent expository, topical and other methods of Christian preaching. This course will sharpen a student’s skills in message delivery teaching students how to making a sermon flow, persuading without manipulating, escaping predictability, and concluding powerfully.
PASTORAL CARE (3 units)
An introduction to the study of issues involving pastoral care within a church structure. This course will challenge a student to develop a basic understanding of caring for the flock and is a perquisite to a Christian counseling career track. Students will learn basic skills in how to deal with crisis situations, identify depression, anxiety, psychotic episodes, abuse, handled family matters, and apply appropriate methods of Biblically based spiritual healing to provide care and support.
FIVE FOLD MINISTRY (3 units)
An introduction to the study of the five ministry offices as identified by Paul and ordained by God in Ephesians 4:11-12. This course is designed for a student with the desire to either enter into or just learn more about one or more of the five ministry offices of. This course will challenge a student to understand the purpose, function, and application of each office as it applies to God’s call on a person’s and the responsibilities of each office. This course is prerequisite for anyone who desires to enter into full or part-time Christian ministry.
MINISTRY OF HELPS (3 units)
An introduction to the study the scriptural and functional issues involved in the ministry of helps and it operation in the local church based upon 1 Corinthians 12:28. The course will equip and teach students about the various types of ministries that serve are the backbone of the local church in rendering aid and support the Pastor.
MINISTERIAL ETHICS (3 units)
An introduction of to the study of ethics and etiquette in ministry service. This course will explore the standards, customs and expectations of those involved in ministry services. Students will learn the codes of conduct, correct methods of communication, ethical behavior and proper etiquette that transcend all denominations effectively allowing the student to operation in manner acceptable to a person functioning in ministry service.
