Welcome to the course, The Minister and God's Word. This course is one of six courses in Foundations: Minister’s Development Program. The program provides accessible, practical and relevant training to pastors and ministry leaders serving the Church of God of Prophecy. It offers an opportunity to increase ministry effectiveness through theological instruction, leadership and ministry development, and personal spiritual formation.

The program consists of six courses related to the various roles and responsibilities of a pastor or ministry leader. Within each course are related lessons that address the course theme. 

The course you have enrolled in is “The Minister and God’s Word.” It focuses on basic knowledge of the Bible, foundational Bible doctrines, the hermeneutical process as well as an understanding of apologetics. Each lesson within the course brings a Pentecostal perspective to the subject matter.

It is our hope that you will be encouraged through participating in this course and that the course will strengthen your ability to understand the truths of God’s Word, wisely apply them to your life and ministry, and effectively share them with those you serve.