Course Structure
Each lesson will have a similar structure to aid in consistency. The seven lessons in this course are broken down into smaller sections, so that you have flexibility in the content and the pace at which you learn.
There will also be various knowledge checks, activities, and reflection points throughout the lessons as well as downloadable supplemental content that you will have access to offline. Each lesson includes a final assessment that is specific to that lesson.
Before beginning each lesson take time to download the student guides so that you can take notes and complete any reflection activities in writing.
Course Curriculum
The Minister and Practical Ministry: Course Overview and Introduction
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Lesson I. The Role of a Pastor
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Lesson II. Preaching and Teaching to Bring Transformation
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- Lesson II Overview and Student Guide
- Section I. Introduction
- Section II. A Matter of the Heart
- Section III. Building Bridges to the Gospel
- Section IV. Ask the Correct Questions of the Text
- Section V. A Journey Through the Past, Present, and Future
- Section VI. Create a Outline
- VII. Discern the Work of the Holy Spirit
- Section IX. Answer the Question, "If I do this, what's in it for me?"
- Section X. Conclusion
- Lesson II Quiz
- Lesson II References and Resources
Lesson III. The Congregational Worship Service
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- Lesson III Overview and Student Guide
- Section I. Introduction: What is Worship?
- Section II. Corporate Worship
- Section III. Characteristics of Pentecostal Worship
- Section IV. Planning the Worship Service
- Section V. Communication
- Section VI. Setting Effective Worship Goals
- Section VII. Keeping the Worship Service Legal
- Lesson III References & Resources
- Lesson III Quiz
Lesson IV. A Pentecostal Theology and Practice of the Sacraments
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Lesson V. Serving Families in Times of Celebration and Crises
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Lesson VI. The Pastor and Biblical Counseling
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- Lesson VI Overview and Student Guide
- Section I. Why Practice Counseling?
- Section II. Understanding the Benefits of Counseling
- Section III. Foundations of Counseling Ministry
- Section IV. Characteristics of Effective Counseling Ministry
- Section V. The Counseling Session
- Section VI. Conclusion
- Lesson VI References and Resources
- Lesson VI Quiz
Lesson VII. Developing and Leading Small Group Ministry
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Lesson VIII. Essential Elements of Effective Youth and Children's Ministry
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End of Course Assessment
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