Diploma in MINISTRY
Diploma in Ministry Course
The Bible Studies below are provided for any individual who has a desire to study God's Word. They provide foundational truths of the Christian faith and would enhance the spiritual growth of anyone who diligently studies them. In order for us to help you achieve your goal and also provide you (via email) with other useful material, we suggest that you register below:
To earn a diploma in ministry, a student should take the following courses:
1. Compulsory/Mandatory Courses:
2. Electives
Four other courses chosen from Modules 2, 3, 4 and 5
The total number of courses required for a diploma is 12 plus a short thesis (see explanation below).
Module 1 (Visualizing):
The initial call of Jesus Christ to men was to be spiritually reproductive: “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” His final command, that of the Great Commission, also challenged followers to spiritual reproduction. Using the analogy of the natural harvest, this course focus on promises of spiritual harvest, things that prevent harvest, and the keys to effective harvest. It communicates the vision which the remainder of Institute training equips student to fulfill.
Module 2 (Deputizing):
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Basic Bible Survey - Old Testament Survey and New Testament Survey
These surveys provide an overview of the Old Testament and the New Testament. Study outlines of each book of the Bible are provided for further development by the student.
Module 3 (Multiplying):
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.
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.
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.
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.
Module 4 (Organizing):
A review of Biblical management principles with emphasis on servant leadership, Biblical leaders, and Scriptural strategies for success.
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.
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.
Module 5 (Mobilizing):
This course presents methods for mobilizing spiritual forces for God and explains the practical application of the Harvestime vision to specific areas of ministry. Referral courses in various areas of ministry are also available through this course.
Module 6 (Evangelizing):
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.
Examinations:
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THESIS
**A short thesis of at least 5000 words but no more than 8000 words must be submitted to fulfill the requirements for a Diploma in Ministry. The thesis will include:
A concise description of the student's calling and vision.
A brief summary of what the student has learned personally from the diploma course.
A brief summary of the students' understanding of at least four of the lessons taken.
An explanation of how such knowledge will be applied.
What challenges and blessings (if any) the student has experienced by taking the course.
A statement of commitment to put into practice what has been learned.
Any other comments/testimonies.