Certificate in Servant Leadership (CSL)

Total: 42 Credit Hours (CH)

This program emphasizes the importance of grounding leadership and ministry practices in a solid biblical foundation, while also drawing upon the evolving knowledge and expertise in management and leadership that arises from human experience and does not contradict Scripture. The goal is to provide a strong foundation for those who wish to participate in their church’s ministry in a biblical and practical manner, or who are committed to full-time church service. The program focuses on connecting theoretical knowledge with practical application in all areas of church ministry. Students learn how to apply concepts in real-world ministry contexts, adopting a servant leadership approach. The program leads students to discover that effective leaders prioritize their personal growth alongside the development of their skills.

1. Upon completion of the certification curriculum, students will be able to:

2. Reflect a solid biblical foundation in leadership and essential leadership skills in their ministry practice, including communication, decision-making, and conflict resolution, which can be applied in ministry settings.

3. Practice essential ministry skills such as preaching, teaching, and pastoral care with steadfastness and confidence in the work and leadership of the Holy Spirit. 4. Reaching out to and engaging with each age group enables him to deeply participate in Bible and doctrine teaching and to deliver practical, interpretive sermons appropriate to different age groups and demographics.

5. Understanding the dynamics of his local community allows him to identify needs and opportunities for ministry.

 

Core Curriculum (16 CH)

Courses are studied in the order listed.

  1. Academic Research
  2. Overview of the Holy Bible
  3. Introduction to Theology
  4. Hermeneutics (Biblical Interpretation)
  5. Life and Ministry in the Church
  6. Principles of Christian Counseling
  7. Spiritual and Emotional Maturity
  8. Personal Formation


Specialization Courses (26 CH)

  1. Homiletics (Preaching)
  2. Evangelism and Discipleship
  3. Children’s Ministry
  4. Church Planting
  5. Effective Teaching
  6. Methods of Bible Study
  7. Conflict Management
  8. Biblical Foundations of Leadership
  9. Vision‑Driven Ministry
  10. House (Small) Group Ministry
  11. Christian Identity in the Middle East
  12. Christian Stewardship
  13. Pastoral Counseling
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