Session Teachings
Our prayer is that each Discipleship participant will greatly benefit from the practical truths presented and become a more effective disciple of Jesus Christ.
Session One: Jesus Christ the Deliverer, Keeping Him First
Taught by: Pastor Scott Bauer
This teaching establishes Who Christ is! As we move to be trained to minister, it is imperative to establish a foundation of truth from which ministry will flow. This lesson establishes our focus on Jesus and the power of the cross; it identifies areas which could distract us and send us on detours.
Session Two: The Lifestyle of Holiness
Taught by: Pastor Jack Hayford
This teaching discusses the pursuit of a holy God as a holy people. As we move into ministry, it is imperative that we reflect God. The Lord is calling us to be set apart for obedience in the fear of the Lord. This teaching challenges us, as Ezekiel 44:23 does, to know "...the difference between the holy and the unholy," and "discern between the unclean and the clean."
Session Three: The Heart of a Servant
Taught by: Pastor Chris Hayward
This teaching further establishes who we are in the Lord. It has been our observation that if the heart of the minister is not right, ministry goes wrong. Let's follow Jesus' example and minister with a servant's heart.
Session Four: The Blood of Jesus
Taught by: Pastor Jack Hayford
In this teaching we begin to learn about the Weapons of Our Warfare, the first of which is the Blood of Jesus. The Lord wants His church to have a full understanding of the blood of Jesus and how we can "overcome" by the blood and our "testimony" (Revelation 12:11).
Session Five: The Name of Jesus
Taught by: Pastor Jim Tolle
Our Lord Jesus is known by many names: The Word of God, Anointed One, Lamb of God, Savior, Redeemer, Deliverer, Shepherd, Counselor, and more. According to Philippians 2:9-10, God has exalted Jesus and has given Him THE NAME above every other name. When we use the name of Jesus as a weapon of warfare, it allows the entrance of Who He is and what He has done.
Session Six: The Sword of the Spirit
Taught by: Reverend Dick Mills
To minister deliverance, we must know the Word of God and how to use it as a weapon to discern between soul and spirit, and to understand the thoughts and intents of the heart (Hebrews 4:12). It also can be used to instruct, correct, and thoroughly equip us and those to whom we minister.
Session Seven: Praying in the Spirit
Taught by: Reverend Jean Darnall
We have an ever-expanding relationship with the Holy Spirit, which begins at salvation. It is further evidenced as we are baptized in water, filled with the Holy Spirit, and exercise the gifts of the Spirit. As we submit to the Lord, and partner with the Holy Spirit through prayer, mighty resources for our Christian walk and ministry are made available.
Session Eight: The Call to Intercede
Taught by: Taught by: Taught by: Reverend Lila Terhune
All believers are called to intercede. This is developed through intimacy with God, where His heart becomes ours. As we follow His heart, then His will is accomplished in our lives, and as we minister.
Session Nine: Warfare Intercession
Taught by: Author Joy Dawson
As we move into warfare, we must be aware of the strengths and weaknesses of our enemy. But more importantly, we must be confident in the power and might of our Commander. With the Lord, as our Commander, we are assured of victory as we prepare for and enter into warfare!