Courses

  • The Book of Acts

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    14 Lessonsin
    • Acts – $149.00

    A verse-by-verse study of the first century church. An honest look at the weaknesses of the church and its leaders removes the idealism and mysticism that has paralyzed and disqualified potential leaders for centuries. The ministry of the Holy Spirit in early leaders and lay believers, the missionary journeys, their personal experiences and principles of church growth are brought into a modern context. You will have more confidence in God’s willingness to use you in a mighty way as you take a new look at this honest portrayal of the early church

  • Addictions Counseling

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    5 Lessonsin
    • Addictions Counseling – $149.00

    A course of study designed to provide a general introduction to Substance Abuse Counseling. This course introduces the student to the 12 core functions, 12-Step Program, pharmacology, ethics, rules and regulations, referrals and theory and dynamics of counseling. This course not only prepares the student for certification as an Addictions Counselor, but equips him/her to deal with the real issues of life which have traditionally been avoided or mishandled by mainstream Christian counselors.

  • Administration I

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    9 Lessonsin
    • Administration 1 – $149.00

    an objective and experiential look at the basic elements of administration. Through personal assessment and unique assignments you will learn the first step to corporate administration: taking control of your oown life. You will learn the spiritual and practical elements that are essential to success as you are enabled to identify and avoid the most common failures in both ministry and business. You will be able to develop the skills and acquire the tools for personal and corporate time-management.

  • Administration II

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    6 Lessonsin
    • Administration 2 – $149.00

    TEAM BUILDING involves each student in the process of identifying and understanding the necessary personnel essential for building an innovative team. This is an advanced people-skills course implementing that which is essential to developing successful leadership. This course will show how to take an idea from conception to completion and how to build the team that can make it happen. You will learn at what stages a project should be handed off to each team member and to which member it should go next.

  • Character, Ethics, and Morality

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    5 Lessonsin
    • Character, Ethics, and Manners – $149.00

    This course outlines the practical lifestyle of the believer and minister that gives credibility and influence to all they do. “When your gift exceeds your character, the gift becomes a reproach” (JBR). We want your life to be as appealing as your ministry gift. A life of character is the only assurance of a life of ministry success. This is a personal development course that makes your testimony believable.

  • Counseling I

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    4 Lessonsin
    • Counseling 1 – $149.00

    This course is the basis from which all our counseling programs will be understood. This is a comprehensive introduction into motivational behavior. The number one reason for failure in business and ministry is a lack of people skills. This class provides an academic and experiential look into basic behavioral patterns. The model for this study, based on the theory and application of the DISC behavioral profile developed by Dr. John Geir of the University of Minnesota, will provide a foundation for understanding yourself and others. This is key for basic communication, negotiation, counseling and walking in love. You will understand yourself and others better than you ever believed possible.

  • Counseling II

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    4 Lessonsin
    • Counseling 2 – $149.00

    This course provides an introduction into the fundamentals of psychology and counseling with special attention devoted to the nine modalities of counseling. The strengths and weaknesses of these approaches will be openly discussed. Special emphasis will be given on using this information in light of biblical principles. From this class the student will begin to form his basic approach to counseling techniques.

  • Counseling III

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    5 Lessonsin
    • Counseling 3 – $149.00

    An in-depth look at human behavior and motivational beliefs. This advanced study focuses on the role of beliefs and their effect on subsequent behavior. Special emphasis is placed on various methodologies which are able to influence the deep-seated beliefs of the heart. You will learn how to establishing new behavior that emerges from heartfelt beliefs. You will acquire the tools to change any behavior through modifying beliefs.

  • Demonology and Deliverance

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    5 Lessonsin
    • Demonology and Deliverance – $149.00

    Demonology and deliverance is a confusing doctrine that tends to build fear instead of faith in the heart of the average believer. This is an in-depth study in the origin and activity of the devil and demons in Planet Earth. This class will strip away every fear and every myth you have held about the devil and his power. The goal of the class is to train the student to successfully minister to those oppressed or possessed by spirits and bring them into absolute victory. You will never fear the devil again!

  • Dynamics of Small Groups

    by Dr. Jim Richards
    3 Lessonsin
    • Dynamics of Small Groups – $149.00

    God’s plan to reach, disciple and nurture mankind has always centered around small groups. Learn the dynamics of leading an effective small group.