Welcome to the

Level 1:
Certified Minister Track 

 Below find a listing of courses by date offered with their description.

   

Introduction to Hermeneutics: How to Interpret the Bible (BIB121)
August 13-14 in Lincoln, IL (REGISTRATION DEADLINE - JULY 14)
Introduction to Hermeneutics is the introductory course on the principles for interpreting Scripture. It summarizes the need for hermeneutical principles and explores the qualifications, tools, and goals of a biblical interpreter. This is followed by a historical survey of hermeneutics from early Jewish interpreters to the present. The course includes a unit on the general and specific principles for interpreting the Bible, a unit on genres, and a unit on applying the principles. Students develop their skills by practicing the principles in exercises that are provided.

The Local Church in Evangelism (MIN123)
September 17-18 in Lincoln, IL (REGISTRATION DEADLINE - AUGUST 18)
The local church is the origin of evangelism for reaching its community and the world. After gaining an understanding of the biblical theology of the Great Commission and the Holy Spirit’s role in evangelism and discipleship, students will focus on a variety of evangelism methods, the evangelistic purpose of an organized fellowship of churches, and pastoral leadership in evangelism.

Assemblies of God History, Missions and Governance (THE 142)
October 15-16 in Lincoln, IL (REGISTRATION DEADLINE - SEPTMEBER 17)
This course is a study of the historical development of the Assemblies of God, the history of the mission’s movement in the Assemblies of God, and the ecclesiastical governance of the Fellowship. Attention is given to the General Council Constitution and Bylaws in relation to credentialed ministers, local churches, and district councils.

Relationships and Ethics in Ministry (MIN181)
January 21-22, 2011 in Carlinville, IL (REGISTRATION DEADLINE - DECEMBER 22)
This course is offered as our District Seminar's Certified Minister level track. Relationships and Ethics in Ministry is a biblical approach to the relationships that are important to minister’s both personally and professionally. It looks at the temperament theory and its relevance to human relations. This course examines relationships and ethics in view of the minister’s personal growth, ministry challenges, people in the community, and other ministers.

Synoptic Gospels: The Life and Teaching of Christ (BIB112)
February 18-19, 2011 in Lincoln (REGISTRATION DEADLINE - JANUARY 21)
This course is a study of the life and teachings of Christ based on Matthew, Mark, and Luke. After a brief introduction to the world into which Jesus was born, it provides a chronological study of His life. Emphasis is given to the context of His teachings and miracles. The content is arranged to help students apply the principles of the study to their own lives as well as in their preaching and teaching.

Introduction to Pentecostal Doctrine (THE 114)
March 18-19 in Lincoln, IL (REGISTRATION DEADLINE - FEBRUARY 18)
In this course, students examine the four cardinal doctrines of the Assemblies of God: salvation, baptism in the Holy Spirit, healing, and the second coming of Christ. After an introductory unit on the importance of doctrine, there is a unit of study on each of the doctrines. This course is essential to the further understanding of the complete Pentecostal message as presented in other courses.

Acts: The Holy Spirit at Work in Believers (BIB 115)
April 15-16 in Lincoln, IL  (REGISTRATION DEADLINE - MARCH 18)
The study of Acts is a thorough study of the content, purposes, principles, and applications of Acts. This course emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit in the early church and today. Attention is given to the geographical, numerical, cultural, and theological growth of the church from Jerusalem to Rome. The journeys of Paul are examined as the background for his epistles.

Prison Epistles: Ephesians, Colossians, Philippians & Philemon (BIB117)
May 20-21 in Lincoln, IL  (REGISTRATION DEADLINE - APRIL 22)
This is a practical study of the principles Paul wrote to the churches during his imprisonment. The concepts are presented in a language that is easy to understand with explanations, illustrations, and applications that make the concepts helpful to students in both their personal life and ministry.

Credential Internship - To be done on your own.
(Required for Certified Minister candidates only)

The first of three internships to be developed for the Ministerial Studies Diploma.  Each internship will require the student to work with a local pastor to gain hands-on experience in various ministry activities.  The course dicusses the important of a good attitude in ministry as well as many of the functions of ministry such as weddings and funerals.  It also emphasises servant leadership and the minister's devotional life.

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