BIPT116: Christian Life and Witness I Dr. Ian BondDescription: This course is Part 1 of Christian Life and Witness, which places emphasis on person-to-person witnessing, focusing on methods of practicality and biblically sharing our faith in Christ with others. The biblical ingredients for a healthy spiritual life are also covered in the course.
BIPT120: Christian Life and Witness II Dr. Ian Bond
Description: This course is Part 2 of Christian Life and Witness, which places emphasis on person-to-person witnessing, focusing on methods of practicality and biblically sharing our faith in Christ with others. The biblical ingredients for a healthy spiritual life are also covered in the course.
BIPT 124: Christian Life and Witness III Dr. Ian Bond
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: This course is Part 3 of Christian Life and Witness, which places emphasis on person-to-person witnessing, focusing on methods of practicallity and biblically sharing our faith in Christ with others. The biblical ingedients for a healthy spiritual life are also covered in the course.
BIPT125: The Praying Church Dr. Sue Curran
Description: This course provides a study of God’s purpose for corporate prayer in the church as demonstrated in Scripture. Topics include the principle of agreement; having the spirit of prayer; going over the wall; knowing He hears us; and the why, who and how of leading in corporate prayer.
BIPT136: Leaders under Construction Dr. Mark Allen
Description: This course covers the many facets of ministry and leadership in today’s church. Topics include team ministry, discipline and restoration, promotion in the kingdom, reproducing leadership, the nature of leadership, the leader’s preparation and the call of leadership.
BIPT201: Preaching Dr. Ronald E. Cottle
Description: This course will focus on the development of skills and resources for effective biblical preaching. Students will be exposed to various methods of preaching such as expository, topical, textual and narrative methods of sermon preparation and delivery.
BIPT213: Spiritual Fathering Dr. Ken Sumrall
Description: This study of fatherhood aims to reveal the importance of fathers to the home and church; inspire spiritual fathers, sons and daughters to assume their responsibilities; show how God is restoring Apostolic fathers to the Church and the overall purposes of God in relationship to fatherhood.
BIPT221: Mystique of Human Leadership Dr. James Beall
Description: This course presents a study of church leadership with emphasis upon principles, style and theories. Topics include the idea of progress, eight important characteristics of the leader, how leadership callings are made known, mentoring and self-esteem.
BIPT235: A Biblical Understanding of Leadership Dr. Ray Shackelford
Description: This course examines the exercise of leadership in an organizational setting. It is designed to supply solid theological and philosophical perspectives on the rudiments of leading people. This course focuses on the definition of Christian (and secular) leadership; the things leaders do; vision; character; power; self-insight for leaders; contextual analysis; organizational culture; and conflict management.
BIPT242: Divine Principles for Financial Health Dr. Larry Pyle
Description: This course examines God’s plan for financial health and presents practical guidelines for success and debt-free living. It is designed to assist the vast majority of Americans who spend more than they earn to handle money with godly wisdom. Guidelines are provided to enable individuals to liquidate their debts and enjoy a debt-free life-style.
BIPT255: Leadership Principles I Dr. Ronald E. Cottle
Description: The course will provide a foundational framework of knowledge and critical thinking skills. Students will evaluate contemporary leadership challenges and propose solutions to develop the thinking processes and skills needed to transform organizations through effective leadership.
BIPT301: Equipping for Evangelism Rev. Gary Beasley
Description: This course provides instruction in how to communicate the faith of Jesus Christ to others. This is an extensive and practical plan of personal evangelism. Emphasis is placed on following-up and establishing new converts into the local church.
BIPT 315 Effective Small Group Systems Dr. Karen Hurston
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The course examines the six major models of small group systems, as well as the basic principle and practices needed in an effective small group and an effective small group system. Students will evaluate the advantages and challenges of each group model, and learn to propose solutions to start and enhance both the individual small group, and the small group system in the local church.
BIPT320: Practice and Function of the Fivefold Ministry Rev. Harold Eberle
Description: A thorough study of the fivefold ministry and how it functions in the present day church.
BIPT322: Successful Leadership I Dr. Ronald E. Cottle
Description: This course is a study of the principles of successful church leadership in the twenty-first century based upon the biblical pattern. Emphases include requirements to be a successful leader, integrity in ministry, the shepherd-rancher model of pastoring, church government, the set man and solutions to common leadership problems.
BIPT330: God’s Manifest Presence Dr. Philip Goodson
Description: This course is a study of the phenomena experienced during times of refreshing when the Holy Spirit is moving with unusual manifestations in the Body of Christ. Objectives include examining the Church’s response to the manifestations of the Spirit and stirring the flames of revival.
BIPT335: Experiencing and Encountering the Holy Spirit Dr. Larry Keefauver
Description: This course will present the biblical truths and principles for understanding the person and work of Holy Spirit in scripture and encountering Him personally through exploring the Word, examining one’s present relationship and moving toward deepening one’s relationship with Him.
BIPT340: Dynamics of Effective Communication Dr. Randal Langley
Description: A comprehensive study targeted for both beginning and veteran speakers in the art of public speaking and communication. Students are taught the SCORRE system—a creative and relevant communication model used by effective leaders to effectively penetrate today’s culture. Opportunities for “hands on” evaluation and personal demonstration are presented during the class to maximize the learning experience. This course will enrich students desiring to become more effective in their ministry or marketplace.
BIPT341: Crucified Life Dr. Sam Drye
Description: This is a study of scriptural self-denial. It helps the student to gain a greater understanding of the centrality of the cross and identification with the death of Christ as the means to a victorious life.
BIPT350: Courage to Lead Dr. Morris Sheats
Description: This is a course on the principles of Kingdom leadership. Attention is given to the development of leaders in the local church.
BIPT403: The Theology of Relationships Dr. Gary Stewart
Description: This course teaches students how to be effective in a sin-infected world. Many do not possess the ability to build quality relationships in the home, church and market place. Biblical truths and practical lessons for building quality relationships are presented.
BIPT410: The Israel Tour Dr. Ronald E. Cottle
Description: This course is based on a twelve-day trip to the Holy Land led by Dr. Cottle. This course may be taken in conjunction with an actual tour of the Holy Land or by use of a video of the tour. Information about the live tour may be obtained by contacting the national BIM office.
BIPT413: The Theology of Praise Dr. Roy Roberts
Description: This is a study of how effective praise will produce a victorious life for every Christian and for Christ’s Church. A special emphasis is placed upon the actions, the meanings and the purposes of praise and its relevance for today.
BIPT415: New Strategies for Evangelism Dr. Gerald Johnson
Description: This course is a biblical study on how to speak the truth in love. Special emphasis includes: the basic New Testament principles of communicating Christ to the lost world, and “The engaging of the Culture” with a coherent gospel through the power of the Holy Spirit.
BIPT420: Strengthening Leaders Dr. Paul Estes
Description: This is a study focusing on God’s leaders beginning with Abraham to the present day. The successes and failures of leadership are analyzed in order to profit from their example. Practical methods of accomplishing God’s purposes are presented.
BIPT446: God Hedge: Fruit of the Spirit Dr. Mike Murray
Description: This is an in-depth study of the Fruit of the Spirit and how it affects the life of the Church. It purposes to encourage the New Testament Christian to walk daily inside the hedge of God.
BIPT475: Preparing the Twenty-First Century Church Dr. Mark Allen
Description: This course addresses the Church’s challenge of effectively communicating the unchanging gospel to the twenty-first century world. Insights and understandings of the cultural, economic, generational and social trends of today are communicated to the student in an effort to make the church effective.
BIPT500: A Theology of Success Dr. Ken Gaub
Description: This course is intended to provide some useful tools and tips for a Christian to use in “walking by faith.” It contains many anecdotes dealing with miracles wrought by the power of God because of the faith of the believer. It is not intended as a step by step “how to.” The course provides useful tools for building faith, challenges the believer to accomplish more for God, and provokes the student to a reliance on God’s power through faith.
BIPT501: Expository Preaching Dr. Ronald E. Cottle
Description: This course focuses on the development of skills and resources for effective biblical preaching. Special emphasis is placed on the role of expository preaching.
BIPT502: Theology of Missions Dr. David Shibley
Description: A study of the role of world evangelization in the life of the Church and the lives of individual believers. From the theology of missions and its biblical base, there arises the imperative of fulfilling our Lord’s Great Commission. After looking at the theology and history of Christian missions, the course helps the student find his or her place in God’s global drama to see His Son worshiped by every people and nation.
BIPT503: Transformers: Local Congregations as Agents of Community Transformation Dr. Larry Asplund
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: This is an examination of the potential effects of local congregations to be salt, light, and leaven in their local communities. Using Revelations chapters 1-3 as a backdrop, the redemptive mission of the church to represent Christ and the Kingdom of God in their communities is examined and encouraged.
BIPT504: Battles of Joshua: A Theology of Courage Dr. David Baldwin
Availability: Coming Live!
Description: Theology of Courage is a study of the believer's calling to overcome in life. Every person is fighting a battle either physically, emotionally, mentally, socially, or spiritually. This course targets seven battles Israel fought in conquering Canaan, (Joshua 6-24). Seven battles every person will face include: fear, covetousness, discouragement, deception, impossibilities, oppression and complacency.
BIPT 505: Covenant Marriage: Marriage without Walls Dr. Larry Keefauver
Availability: Coming Live!
Description: This course instructs and equips people to understand the biblical understanding of covenant Marriage. It identifies the spiritual walls that block intimacy, prayer and communication in marriage. It teaches the discipline of effective prayer in covenant marriage. If builds communication and relational skills that strengthen covenant marriage.
BIPT508: The Priority of Praise and Worship Ronald K. Kenoly
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Description: This course explores all the elements and dynamics of effective praise and worship in the local church for pastoral leaders, musicians and laity in worship. It brings a total understanding of the worship experience and the practice of praise and worship for a congregation. Both leaders and participants in praise and worship will understand the biblical foundations for becoming worshipers of the living God.
BIPT510: First Corinthians 13: The Love Chapter Rev. Gary Beasley
Description: This course is a journey through depths of what many call the greatest chapter in the Bible. First Corinthians 13, often called ”the love chapter,” explores the meaning of love from God’s prespective. Nine aspects of love will be examined in depth during the course. The student will be challenged to find the rich meaning behind each of the nine and to put them into practice. Each aspect of love will be studied, along with a corresponding spiritual discipline, to enable the student to grow progressively in his or her ability to love others as God intended.
BIPT511: The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership Dr. Randal Langley
Description: Dr. Langley takes the student step-by-step through John Maxwell’s internationally acclaimed and best-selling book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. This work has been heralded as a modern-day leadership classic. The result is a study of leadership that is clear, practical and life-changing. Students are provided a wealth of practical insights on what it takes to be an effective leader in today’s culture and the consequences of disregarding sound leadership principles.
BIPT 512 Preparing for Revival Dr. Larry Asplund
Description: This is an exploration of whether or not it is possible to prepare for a sovereign visitation of the Spirit of GOD to the Church, and if so, how to do so. It also seeks to clarify the meaning and significance of revivals and to tell various stories of revivals, both from history and from the present.
BIPT515: Ecclesiology II: A Study of the Church Dr. Larry Pyle
Description: This is a study of the Church (The Ekklesia) designed to compare the original Church introduced by Jesus Christ with our contemporary version.
BIPT516: God’s Plan for Financing the Ministry Rev. F. Nolan Ball
Description: This course is an in-depth study of the biblical plan for the financial support of those whom God calls into the ministry. Keys are given for releasing the local church into all of the financial resources it needs in order to carry out its mission. Topics include the three tithes and their uses, the place of tithes and offerings in Israel’s revivals and financing the ministry in the New Testament.
BIPT517: Character Determines Destiny Dr. Jennie Newbrough
Description: Character Determines Destiny is a study of the definition and dynamics of personal character including character strengths and weaknesses and an understanding of how character choices shape the life and future of an individual. Personal examination as well as biblical case studies will be applied.
BIPT520: Advanced Study in Church Hospitality Rev. Doris Asbury
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Description: This course is a biblical study of the ethics, responsibilities and results of ministering to church guests. It covers three New Testament methods for welcoming and assimilating newcomers into the church body and the seven levels of involvement.
BIPT521: Advanced Deliverance I Dr. Drew Rousse
Description: This is a study of the deliverance ministry from a practical viewpoint. Topics include the origin of Satan, how to recognize demons, seven steps to deliverance, how to minister deliverance and the aftercare of those delivered.
BIPT522 Beyond Great: An Introduction Larry Meeker
Description: Beyond Great is based on a set of principles that can bring transformational truths to corporate leaders and their business. This is an introductory course into these principles.
BIPT525: Stones of Remembrance Dr. Fuchsia Pickett
Description:This course teaches valuable principles of learning to hear the voice of God and follow Him in obedience. As the autobiographical text traces the powerful visitations of the Holy Spirit in the life of Fuchsia Pickett, the candid simplicity of her childlike obedience to her “Teacher” impacts the reader as we glimpse the heart’s desire of this servant to know God as she has learned to know Him. The course also succinctly embodies many of the revelatory truths that Dr. Pickett teaches, relating the way she received them in sacred times of personal encounters with God.
BIPT528: Apostolic Ministry Dr. John Kelly
Description: This course will give the practical application of the modern day ministry of apostles. We will look at the theology of apostolic ministry, but that will not be the focus of the course. The course will delve into how apostles are to relate to the local church, how apostles are developed, what authority they have, how they relate to others, what is their main focus, the different types of apostles, etc. The New Apostolic Reformation is a move of God that is sweeping the earth today, and it is important that we understand it, for it is ushering in a new era in church history.
BIPT530: Jewish Roots of Christianity Dr. Ronald E. Cottle
Description: This course is a study of the Jewish roots of Christianity. In this course, we will focus on the relationship between Jews and Christians. We will also discuss the history of the Jewish people and key words of the Jewish faith.
BIPT531: Jewish Roots of Christianity Dr. Barbara Houseman
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: This course is a study of the Jewish roots of Christianity. In this course, we will focus on the relationship between Jews and Christians. We will also discuss the history of the Jewish people and key words of the Jewish faith.
BIPT533: A Biblical Study of Marriage, Divorce and Remarriage Rev. Greg Hinnant
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Description: For the Church’s strength, sanctity and preparation for the Lord’s appearing, it is vital that all believers—and especially ministers—understand the Bible’s general perspectives and specific commands regarding marriage, divorce and remarriage. Using both topical and expository formats, this course expounds relevant Old and New Testament scriptures and applies them to a wide array of potential marital scenarios in order to clarify what God wills, permits, commands and recommends.
BIPT535: Practical Ministry Principles Dr. Ken Gaub
Description: This course is intended to spur us as Christians to have clear-cut dreams to accomplish things for God, for His Kingdom and for our personal lives. It offers many examples, both from the scriptures and from modern history of those who have achieved great things. The course gives practical ways to chart our progress and attain the goals we have set through planning.
BIPT 539: Ancient-Future Faith and the Emerging Church Dr. Richard G. Moore
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Description: A study of the major traditions of Orthodox Christian Faith, concentrating on the Biblical precedents which inspired their founding, as well as historical and contemporary figures who helped establish and or define them. Emphasis is placed on assessing the strengths and weaknesses of each tradition, while learning practical steps to applying their principles to the Christ follower’s life.
BIPT540: A Study of Biblical Worship Rev. Paul Freeman
Description: This study gives insight into the nature of a worshiper. Various key words in the English text will be examined in light of the original Hebrew and Greek. Some special areas of interest include the first worship leader, a biblical pattern for worship and the benefits of worship.
BIPT542: The Theology of Biblical Freedom Dr. Michael Sedler
Description: The concept of freedom has become a cornerstone of our Christian desires and lives. This course will help us understand the foundations of biblical freedom. What does freedom mean for a Christian? In this course each student will gain a clear understanding of the barriers to finding freedom and how we can walk a straighter path toward freedom. By examining the lives of several key people of the Bible, obtaining freedom in the midst of trials will be understood. This course will help each person to identify his or her own personal barriers to freedom. In addition, we will learn to develop a personal plan for walking in freedom throughout our lives.
BIPT544: The Ministry of Angels Rev. Katrina Wilson
Description: This course is a study of the doctrine of angels, referred to as angelology, the orderly statement of biblical truth about angels. It is Bible based and will help reveal some of the common misconceptions of the New Age philosophy and traditions concerning the subject of angels. The purpose of the course is to give sound biblical teaching using Old and New Testament texts from thirty-four of the sixty-six books of the Bible that share in detail about angels. Not only will this course provide balanced teaching that will help the student discover the purpose and importance of angels from a biblical perspective, it will also share examples and understanding about the role that God has given angels in our lives today. Through this study the student will receive a glimpse into the unseen realms of God’s universe where powerful and wonderful beings dwell—fantastic beings known as angels.
BIPT545: Biblical Discipleship Rev. Greg Hinnant
Description: This course will instill in the student the various major spiritual disciplines that make up the lifestyle of true Christianity. The course teaches the student those truths that will enable the Holy Spirit to transform the student into a “disciple indeed”—a deeply committed student-follower of the Son of God—after the original and solely authoritative pattern of the Holy Scriptures. In addition, the course will help the student prepare for the appearing of Jesus Christ.
BIPT547: Applied Hermeneutics: The Ministry of the Word Dr. William Suttles
Description: The course seeks to expound upon the methods, both practical and spiritual, of bringing God’s Word to others in preaching and teaching. It explores the ways in which the word we preach and teach becomes the word of God. It examines the necessary preparation of the minister and of the hearer from a practical and spiritual standpoint and it investigates the process by which true ministry takes place.
BIPT550: How to Study the Bible Dr. Dwayne Lusk
Description: This course is a practical study of proven methods to study the Word of God. It focuses on preparation for study, tools for study, hermeneutics and methods of biblical study. It is designed to enrich one’s personal study habits.
BIPT551: Divine Health and Healing Principles Rev. Michael Joyner
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: Sickness and disease are plagues that have taken too much from God’s people. Lives, families and ministries have been torn apart by these weapons of Satan. Hosea 4:6 says, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge...” Many people are bound and even dying because of a lack of knowledge of God’s word concerning healing. God’s word is full of scriptures concerning healing and health. The purpose of this course is to educate and enlighten us to what God’s word has to say about the subject of healing and to help us appropriate what it says into our lives.
BIPT555: Leadership Principles II Dr. Ronald E. Cottle
Description: This course will provide a framework of critical thinking skills and knowledge that will assist the student to function in a leadership capacity. The primary objective of this course will be for the student to develop the skills needed for contemporary leadership challenges and the ability to propose needed solutions to transform organizations through effective leadership.
BIPT562: Biblical Money Dynamics Rev. David Mallonee
Description: Sowing and reaping; seedtime and harvest; windows of heaven; tithes and offerings—all common terms in the huge volume of teaching available about money. In spite of so much teaching on the subject, there are far too many believers who find their reaping disconnected from their sowing. This course will help prepare the student inside and out to “reap” in a much greater capacity.
BIPT563 The Confidence Factor Dr. Keith Johnson
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Description: This course explores, explains and demonstrates the many factors that contribute to an individual’s confidence level. It discusses the factors that help build or destroy confidence in a way that makes it possible for the student to put specific practices in place to help maximize his life’s potential.
BIPT567 CRISIS: Your Launching Pad to Success Dr. Keith Johnson
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: This course explores, explains and demonstrates how God prepares every leader for greatness during crisis times in the stockades of struggle. It discusses the process every great leader must go through on his/her journey to becoming the great person they were destined to be. This course will also give the practical principles on how to successfully lead yourself and others out of crisis times.
BIPT570: Biblical Approach to the Wounded Human Spirit Rev. Carol Fallaw
Description: This course is a study of the wounded spirit. We will examine reasons a person’s spirit becomes wounded and gain a greater understanding of how God restores. Included are practical tools to minister to hurting people.
BIPT575: Joshua: The Man, His Character, His Leadership Dr. Kenny Price
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: This is a study of the lessons Joshua learned on his way to becoming a leader and of the people of God possessing their inheritance. Throughout the course, the student will see that God has an inheritance for him or her as well as an inheritance and destiny for us as a church.
BIPT580: The Theology of Spiritual Development Dr. David Baldwin
Description: This course deals with spiritual formation and discipleship. It addresses the practical side of forgiveness, belief systems, restoration, perceiving God as Father, personal ministry, developing a prayer life, becoming a student of the Word, journaling, fasting, and personal worship.
BIPT585: A Theology of Purpose Dr. David Baldwin
Description: This course deals with finding and following God’s purpose for life. It teaches students in practical terms how to prepare the heart to hear from God, establish a biblical philosophy of purpose, build a Godly guidance system, and discover personal spiritual gifts for service. Students will also work through a process allowing them to write their personal life mission statement and at least four personal vision statements.
BIPT589: The Theology of Serving Dr. David Baldwin
Description: This course is a strategy for lay ministry development in the local church. It explores service from several perspectives: Law of service, service revolution in America, ten biblical concepts, servant leadership, the heart of a healthy church and “The New Reformation.” It identifies every member as a minister and the fivefold ministry as equippers and trainers. This course provides insightful instruction on how to create a climate for serving. It is based on Nehemiah’s rebuilding of Old Jerusalem and pinpoints ten specific areas of service in the local church. Students will view the big picture of ministry and discover their own personal passion for serving.
BIPT590 Teaching: A Biblical Perspective Rev. Charles Clark
Description: This course is based on biblical mandates of what makes for good teaching practice. We survey the methods, models, and understanding of teaching put forth in scripture and we seek to apply them to teaching in the home, workplace, school and church.
BIPT591: Living by Faith Dr. Frederick Wilson
Description: Within the overall context of this course, three major areas relative to the believer’s life of faith will be highlighted: the biblical, the theological and the practical. The emphasis placed in sharing with the students God’s master plan of faith is to live a victorious successful Christian life in all facets of daily living. Faith is a way of life and life includes the eternal perspective. The students will be introduced to the awesome importance and power of faith as it relates to the individual believer’s relationship to God and His word and to the student’s application of faith in the home, the church and the market place.
BIPT595: The Emerging Missional Church Dr. Greg Williamson
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: This course is designed to rekindle the dormant apostolic imagination at the heart of the biblical faith. It does this by encouraging the student to daring missional engagement for our time—living the gospel within its cultural framework rather than perpetuating an institutional commitment apart from its cultural framework.
BIPT600: Receiving Divine Revelation Dr. Fuchsia Pickett
Description: This course teaches students to invite the Holy Spirit to teach and guide them through Scripture. Topics include the basis of true revelation, the process of revelation, hearing God’s voice, hindrances and helps to receiving revelation.
BIPT 603: The Armor Bearer Dr. Laurel A. Roth
Description: Every beliver is born with a common purpose to build the Temple of the Lord. This course examines the role and responsibility of the Armor Bearer, and all believers, concerning their place in the building process, and the relationship with their leader. The emphasis and principles shared on servant-hood, and the priority of every believer maintaining a servant’s heart, is applicable to all.
BIPT605: The Philosophy of Worship Dr. Judson Cornwall
Description: This is a study of the attitude and act of worship of believers to their God. The philosophy of preparation to worship, prayer in worship and praise in worship will be discussed. The philosophy of worship as demonstrated in the Old and New Testaments and as seen being actively practiced in Heaven right now will also be discussed.
BIPT606: The Theology of Spiritual Authority Dr. Gary Kisner
Description: This is a study of spiritual authority. Special emphasis is placed upon God’s direct and delegated authority, and His required response to each. The course will examine biblical examples of rebellion against and obedience to God’s authority. Also considered in some depth are the relationships between suffering and authority, the importance of being under authority, the proper attitudes of authorities and relationships governed by authority.
BIPT608: The Nature and Dynamics of Revival Dr. John D. Shiver
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: This course encompasses an overview of revival throughout the history of the Church. Revival has always been a part of God’s dealing with the world. Before the return of the Lord Jesus, the winds of revival are going to blow upon the nations in ever-increasing frequency and magnitude. With that understanding, this course examines revival from the following prespectives: Church history as it relates to times of revival; a definition of what historical revival is; the necessity of revival in the Church; the dynamics of revival when it comes; and what the Church must do to cooperate with the revival that God is seeking to send in our generation.
BIPT610: A Study of Church Growth Rev. Gary Beasley
Description: This course will teach students how to work with the Holy Spirit and other church members to see the local church grow by adding new converts.
BIPT615: Dynamics of Church Growth Dr. C. Peter Wagner
Description: This course will reveal the secrets of the fastest growing churches in all areas of the world, the New Apostolic Reformation Churches. You will understand what the Bible means when it says that the foundation of the church is apostles and prophets with Jesus Christ being the chief cornerstone.
BIPT616: Spiritual Warfare Dr. Milford Gamble
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: This course is designed to teach the nature and character of our enemy and the battle that we as Christians are involved in today. In addition you will come to understand the weapons that God has provided for us, their purpose and how to use them.
BIPT620: Mindset for Success: A Biblical View Dr. Ken Gaub
Description: This course is intended to help us as Christians to break old negative thought patterns and habits of attitude and speech which keep us from accomplishing our goals for God, for His Kingdom and for our personal lives. It offers many examples, both from the scriptures and from modern history to help us in our quest to achieve better things.
BIPT623: Prayer in Another Dimension Dr. Sue Curran
Availability: Coming Soon!
Description: This course is intended to give an overview of the current powerful, supernatural move of God in many nations of the earth; to evaluate the cause of the general lack of power in the American church; to discover the keys to releasing the miraculous power of God into belivers’ personal lives as witnessed in other nations; and to teach biblical principles of prayer that must be embodied by the Church in order to usher in the next revival for our nation.
BIPT625: Success with People Rev. Ken Gaub
Description: This course is intended to give model tips for winning and working with pre-Christians. It offers helpful guidelines and suggestions to help evangelistically-minded Christians speak the right language to their audiences. It will also emphasize recognizing and working with different personality types. The course contains many anecdotes related to winning people to Christ. It also contains easily adapted principles for dealing with people. It offers a general approach to personal evangelism; it is not intended as a step-by-step how-to-witness manual.
BIPT626: Studies in the Book of James: Hanging the Pirates Dr. Charles Gaulden
Description: This course is a study of the hidden pirates that attempt to rob our treasure of peace and joy. The course is based on the key New Testament principles.
BIPT630: Building Better Churches: Building Blocks That Matter Dr. Morris Sheats
Availability: Coming Soon!
This course is designed to help pastors and other Christian Leaders better understand the necessary building blocks for building better churches. The insights and illustrations in this course will better prepare individuals to be more effective leading and working in a church, while teaching what to do to build or improve the church.
BIPT633: God’s Systems on Success Dr. Zonnya
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Description: John 10:10 says that “I have come that you might have life and have it more abundantly.” If one accepts that to be true, then one must examine the majority of God’s people and ask the hard question: “Are the majority of God’s people experiencing more abundant life?” Research shows that more of God’s people are not even experiencing abundant life, much less more abundant life. The time has come for God’s people to learn how to fulfill John 10:10 and it will be through God’s Systems on Success.
BIPT635: New Thresholds in Power Ministry Dr. James Maloney
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Description: This course is an introduction into the end time moves of God, while keeping an exciting edge on power evangelism through the gifts of the Spirit. In this class we discuss God’s will for His Saints and how we are to walk in dominion power in these dark times. We take an in-depth look at four coming moves of God’s Spirit as well as four factors that will aid in the release of the anointing already resounding within you so that you may play a significant role in the seasons to come.
BIPT640: Freer Than You Ever Dreamed Dr. Sue Curran
Description: This course explores the subject of authority over the power of the enemy and establishes the student in this authority. Upon this foundation of authority, the full scope of deliverance is taught.
BIPT641: Spiritual Deception: A Biblical Study Dr. Michael Sedler
Description: This is a study of the impact upon a life when one is involved in listening to or spreading gossip, slander or other forms of evil reports. Emphasis will be placed upon the repercussions that occur within a life and how it impacts those around us. The different levels of defilement that lead to deception will be investigated. Specific biblical examples will be utilized to help each student grasp the seriousness of the issue. Practical, biblical strategies and interventions will be presented to aid each person in resisting the trap of the enemy.
BIPT643: Reaching a Postmodern World Dr. Greg Williamson
Description: This course is designed to familiarize the student with the prevalent shift in thought and culture commonly referred to as “postmodernism,” as it relates to expanding the kingdom of God, and to equip each student to be relevant in communicating the Gospel to a changing world.
BIPT644: Effective Evangelism for the 21st Century Rev. Jerry Brandt
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Description: Through an understanding of how evangelism has evolved in American churches, the student will get a fresh look at “Kingdom of God witnessing” and how Jesus is the New Testament pattern for evangelism today. The course will also give practical contemporary tools for evangelism that work in the 21st century.
BIPT645: Apostle and the Church Dr. Ronald E. Cottle
Description: This is a study of the nature and role of apostles in the church. Biblical evidence is treated and the lives and opinions of five current apostolic leaders are studied. A lecture and an interview by the instructor of each well-known apostolic figure is featured.
BIPT 662 Family Therapy Rev. Richard Ronsisvalle
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Description: This is a course about birthing God’s vision for you and your family. The course will explore what it means to produce a family that functions according to the will of God. We will reveal the scriptural chain of command in leadership, discipline, and love as well as examine what it means to experience proper relationships between husband and wife and parents with children. The focus will be on how to abandon the status quo and embrace radical change that may be required to realize God’s new vision for your family.
BIPT665: Soteria: God’s Plan for Health Dr. Scott VanLue
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Description: This course explores God’s definition of health as well as man’s responsibility as a good steward. Traditional medicine which seeks only to reduce symptoms and make captives more comfortable, is contrasted with functional medicine which seeks restoration of normal physiologic function and setting captives free. Other topics include hormone balance, stress, exercise, nutrition, supplements and specific diseases—all in light of scripture. The course concludes with getting F.I.T., a tool for individual evaluation and growth.
BIPT670: The Twenty-Third Psalm: A Summary of the Times of David Dr. Alvis Harthern
Description: This course analyzes in full detail the Twenty-third Psalm. In addition, events in the times of David and additional writings of David are submitted as the basis for including each idea in this Psalm.
BIPT675: Cultivating Kingdom Champions Dr. David Baldwin
Description: This course deals with the practical development of Christian leaders. It addresses basic ministry and management skills and provides a spiritual tool for mentoring future champions. This course is full of suggestions, ideas, and exercises to help convert knowledge into wisdom. Students will learn the characteristics, attitudes, mindset, core competencies and psoitive practices of champions serving in God’s Kingdom.
BIPT678: Healing and Restoring the Heart Mrs. Denise Boggs
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Description: This course is designed to give students an understanding of the process of healing and restoration from the hurts of the past, and the importance of identifying areas within their own lives that may need healing. We will look at Scripture to see the progression from healing to restoration and why it is important to embrace our own identify inChrist.
BIPT680: The Glory of God Dr. John D. Shiver
Description: This course is designed to aid the student in developing an academic and experiential understanding of “The Glory of God.” Study will be devoted to the revelation of the Glory of God in scripture as well as in historical revivals of the past. Developing this understanding is important because God desires to increasingly reveal Himself in the Church and in the earth in the near future. Leaders must be prepared so that they might cooperate with Him in all that He desires to do.
BIPT690: Relational Teambuilding Dr. David Baldwin
Description:This course deals with the development of informal and formal teams at home, work and church. It states the importance of building synergistic relationships and explores the teams in both the workplace and in the Church. The course gives the biblical pattern of team-based ministry throughout the Old and New Testaments. It shares insights into the practical benefits and real reasons why teams succeed or fail. Teambuilding tips, techniques and tendencies of highly effective teams are given along with a practical look at how to troubleshoot and solve team problems.
BIPT721: Advanced Deliverance II Dr. Drew Rousse
Description: This course is a study of deliverance principles from a theological viewpoint. It combines exegesis from the Book of Genesis with practical testimony to search out deliverance principles for practical application.
BIPT816: How to Hear the Voice of God Dr. Drew Rousse
Description: This course instructs students on discerning the voice of God. Topics include preparing to hear God, the voice of the Spirit, observation and notation, revelation of dreams and numerology. Emphasis is placed on distinguishing between the right voice and the wrong voices.
BIPT912: The Forgiving Church Dr. Sue Curran
Description: This course is a biblical study of the impact of forgiveness as Jesus taught it. It focuses on the vertical aspect of forgiveness between man and God and the horizontal aspect between man and man. It also analyzes the negative aspect of the impact of collective unforgiveness that hinders the church from fulfilling the purposes of God.
BIPT 950: Principles of Spiritual Promotion Dr. David Baldwin
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This course addresses ten practical principles based on the first five chapters of Joshua. It compares Israel’s crossing Jordan into Canaan to believers’ crossing into their Promised Land. The ten principles offer a practical approach for believer to position themselves where promises are realized, prayers answered, and prophecies are coming to pass. These principles also apply to promotion at work, ministry and for life.
