(may be conferred as Diploma in Theological Studies)
The Church Leadership Certificate from Online Bible Institute is an emblem of dedication to spiritual growth and service to the Christian community. Individuals who feel a strong calling to lead, nurture, and shepherd their congregations often seek this certificate, ensuring they are grounded in Biblical truths and principles.
This certificate program delves into the theological foundations of Christianity, providing students with a deep understanding of the Bible, Christian doctrines, and the historical context of the church. Additionally, it equips them with practical skills necessary for effective church leadership, such as pastoral counseling, conflict resolution, and administrative abilities.
A Church Leadership Certificate also underscores the importance of personal spiritual development. As leaders, individuals must first be grounded in their faith, drawing from their relationship with God to guide and inspire their congregation.
Graduates of this certification program emerge as leaders and spiritually mature individuals, ready to shepherd their flocks with wisdom, compassion, and integrity. This certificate, therefore, is a beacon of commitment, signaling one’s readiness to take up the mantle of leadership within the church community.
Prerequisites: Certificate in Bible/Theology or Certificate in Christian Ministry or Associates Degree
Requirements: Successfully complete ten (10) courses listed below.
Course Instructions
1. You must complete each lesson in the course. After you complete the requirements for a lesson/session, go to the Site-Wide Activity Feed and post a comment about something that interested or impacted you as you worked through the lesson. Your comment needs to be well thought out and at least 75 words. These posts will be counted as part of the writing requirement for the course so please write well thought out comments on what you are learning in the lesson. Please start your comment by referring to the course name and session or lesson number of the course. You also need to post comments on two other students recent comments on courses they are currently taking.
2. After you have completed all of the lessons in the course, you will need to write and submit a 750 word paper on three things that have made an impact on you during the course. At the Bachelor Degree Level, it is very important that your paper is written according to JMBIS guidelines.
Click here if you need information on How to Write a Paper. Your forum posts can be helpful in writing your paper.
Course List
You may take the courses in any order you wish. Click on the links below for Course descriptions, instructions, and assignments.
Undergrad Level Courses from Blue Letter Bible Institute
At Blue Letter Bible Institute (BLBI) you can take courses in major areas of Christian belief and practice.
You will need to sign up and log in to the Blue Letter Bible Institute to access the courses. You can login by clicking here Blue Letter Bible Institute.
Once you complete a course with a satisfactory grade at Blue Letter Bible Institute (BLBI), you can print out a certificate for yourself and then you need to email us a copy so we can record it as a completed course in your school record. This is required in addition to the requirements given above in the Course Instructions.
The Person and Gifts of the Holy Spirit (Blue Letter Bible Institute)
The Doctrine of Salvation (Blue Letter Bible Institute)
Servant Leadership (Blue Letter Bible Institute)
Counseling God’s Way (Blue Letter Bible Institute)
History and Authenticity of the Bible (Blue Letter Bible Institute)
Undergrad Level Courses from Third Mill
Third Millennium Ministries publishes biblical theological education materials for free. You are welcome to freely study these courses and at your own pace.
You will need to sign up and log in to Third Mill to access the courses. You can login by clicking here Third Mill Login.
Once you complete a course with a satisfactory grade at Third MIll Institute (IIIM), you can print out a certificate for yourself and then you need to email us a copy so we can record it as a completed course in your school record. This is required in addition to the requirements given above in the Course Instructions.
The Apostles’ Creed (Third Millennium)
We Believe in Jesus (Third Millennium)
The Gospels (Third Millennium)
Making Biblical Decisions (Third Millennium)
Undergrad Level Courses on JMBIS
Bible Overview (Bible Project)
Encourager (Keys Vineyard Ministries)
These completed courses can also be applied towards our Bachelor of Arts in Ministry Degree.
