Foundations of Leadership

Foundations of Leadership is a one-month module introducing Bible Doctrine, Spirit-led Leadership, and Self-awareness to your leadership. Foundations is perfect for emerging leaders, church Elders, and ministry teams. If you or any of those you lead need a solid starting point for leadership growth, Foundations of Leadership is a great place to start.

*Foundations of Leadership is the entry point to all LEAD program modules.

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Foundations of Leadership | Module

Module Description:

This module provides a foundational understanding of leadership through the lens of Bible doctrine, Spirit-led leadership, and self-awareness. Designed for emerging leaders, the course equips students with essential leadership principles rooted in Scripture. Through theological study and personal reflection, students will develop a solid framework for effective, Christ-centered leadership.

Module Outcomes:

By the end of this module, students will:

  • Understand core Bible doctrines and their impact on leadership and ministry.
  • Develop self-awareness as a key component of Spirit-led leadership.
  • Apply biblical principles of leadership to ministry and personal growth.
  • Explore the relationship between theology and practical leadership.
  • Strengthen leadership skills through reflection, discussion, and application.
Module Readings:
  • The Bible
  • The Cure by John Lynch and Bruce McNicol
  • Systematic Theology – Wayne Grudem
Cohort Gatherings:

Monthly 3-hour group meetings to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip preparation.

Coaching Meetings:

Monthly 1-hour leadership coaching sessions to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip support raising.

Scripture Memory:

Monthly Scripture memorization corresponding with course content and doctrinal support.

LEAD Modules

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January 2026

Enrollment Opens – October 1, 2025
Scholarship Deadline – December 15, 2025
Enrollment Closes – January 9, 2026
Module Opens – January 11, 2026
Module Closes – April 22, 2026

September 2026

Enrollment Opens – June 1, 2026
Scholarship Deadline – August 15, 2026
Enrollment Closes – September 11, 2026
Module Opens – September 13, 2026
Module Closes – December 22, 2026

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Intimacy with God | Module

Module Description:

This module is designed to deepen students’ relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, theological study, scripture interpretation, and practical ministry experience. Students will engage in personal and communal practices to grow in intimacy with Christ, culminating in a deeper understanding of Christ as our Sanctifier.

Module Outcomes:

By the end of this module, students will:

  • Cultivate a consistent and meaningful prayer life and keep a journal.
  • Develop a foundational understanding of theology, scripture interpretation, and the Holy Spirit.
  • Articulate the role of Christ Our Sanctifier through a written paper.
  • Memorize key scripture passages for spiritual formation.
  • Engage in a ministry leadership role, applying course principles in practice.
  • Learn to effectively share their personal faith story with others.
  • Participate in cohort meetings and coaching calls for reflection and discussion.
Module Readings:
  • The Bible
  • Power Through Prayer – E.M. Bounds
  • Celebration of Discipline – Richard Foster
  • How to Study the Bible – D.L. Moody
  • Experiencing the Holy Spirit – Andrew Murray
  • Systematic Theology – Wayne Grudem
Cohort Gatherings:

Monthly 3-hour group meetings to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip preparation.

Coaching Meetings:

Monthly 1-hour leadership coaching sessions to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip support raising.

Scripture Memory:

Monthly Scripture memorization corresponding with course content and doctrinal support.

May 2026

Enrollment Opens – February 1, 2026
Scholarship Deadline – April 15, 2026
Enrollment Closes – May 8, 2026
Module Opens – May 10, 2026
Module Closes – August 22, 2026

January 2027

Enrollment Opens – October 1, 2026
Scholarship Deadline – December 15, 2026
Enrollment Closes – January 9, 2027
Module Opens – January 11, 2027
Module Closes – December 22, 2027

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Missional Living | Module

Module Description:

This module equips students to live missionally in their everyday contexts by aligning their lives with the mission of God. Grounded in Scripture and key theological works, students will explore what it means to embody the Gospel in word and deed.

Module Outcomes:

By the end of this module, students will:

  • Describe and apply what it means to live missionally in a local and global context.
  • Explain biblical and theological foundations for evangelism and incarnational living, using insights from Systematic Theology, the Gospels, and doctrinal studies.
  • Demonstrate relational evangelism practices through MyCircle Training and intentional engagement in the Get Out! Project.
  • Evaluate their personal approach to missional living by reflecting on cultural comfort zones, relational intentionality, and spiritual growth.
  • Articulate a biblical doctrine of humanity and the person of Christ, applying these doctrines to real-life Gospel conversations.
  • Articulate the role of Christ Our Coming Savior through a written paper.
  • Commit to a lifestyle of prayerful awareness and intentional outreach within their unique sphere of influence.
Module Readings:
  • The Bible
  • Tangible Kingdom Primer by Hugh Halter and Matt Smay
  • Sent by Heather Holleman and Ashley Holleman
  • How to Give Your Faith Away by Paul E. Little
  • Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem
Cohort Gatherings:

Monthly 3-hour group meetings to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip preparation.

Coaching Meetings:

Monthly 1-hour leadership coaching sessions to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip support raising.

Scripture Memory:

Monthly Scripture memorization corresponding with course content and doctrinal support.

January 2026

Enrollment Opens – October 1, 2025
Scholarship Deadline – December 15, 2025
Enrollment Closes – January 9, 2026
Module Opens – January 11, 2026
Module Closes – April 22, 2026

September 2026

Enrollment Opens – June 1, 2026
Scholarship Deadline – August 15, 2026
Enrollment Closes – September 11, 2026
Module Opens – September 13, 2026
Module Closes – December 22, 2026

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Disciple-making | Module

Module Description:

This module equips students with a biblical foundation and practical framework for disciple-making. Through Scripture, key readings, and hands-on practice, students will learn how to multiply disciples through intentional relationships, accountability, and spiritual growth. A key component of the course involves facilitating a Life Transformation Group, where students will apply disciple-making principles in real-life settings.

Module Outcomes:

By the end of this module, students will:

  • Understand the biblical mandate and principles of disciple-making.
  • Learn and apply key strategies for spiritual multiplication from Cultivating a Life for God and other readings.
  • Facilitate a Life Transformation Group, implementing accountability and spiritual growth practices.
  • Develop a disciple-making strategy tailored to their ministry context.
  • Explore biblical teachings on divine healing and miracles.
  • Engage in prayer ministry and practice praying for healing in a biblical and faith-filled manner.
  • Explore the role of baptism in disciple-making and its significance in a believer’s faith journey.
  • Develop a deeper understanding of God’s nature and character as the foundation of theology and Christian life.
Module Readings:
  • The Bible
  • Cultivating a Life for God: Multiplying Disciples Through Life Transformation Groups by Neil Cole
  • Three Passions of the Soul: A Deep and Transforming Reorientation of the Soul by Bruce Terpstra
  • Follow: A Handbook for Making Disciples of Jesus Christ by Daniel Samms
  • Divine Healing by Andrew Murray
  • Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem
Cohort Gatherings:

Monthly 3-hour group meetings to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip preparation.

Coaching Meetings:

Monthly 1-hour leadership coaching sessions to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip support raising.

Scripture Memory:

Monthly Scripture memorization corresponding with course content and doctrinal support.

May 2026

Enrollment Opens – February 1, 2026
Scholarship Deadline – April 15, 2026
Enrollment Closes – May 8, 2026
Module Opens – May 10, 2026
Module Closes – August 22, 2026

January 2027

Enrollment Opens – October 1, 2026
Scholarship Deadline – December 15, 2026
Enrollment Closes – January 9, 2027
Module Opens – January 11, 2027
Module Closes – December 22, 2027

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Kingdom Leadership | Module

Module Description:

This module examines organizational leadership and communication within ministry while exploring key theological doctrines: the Trinity, eschatology, and Christ our Coming King. Students will integrate biblical leadership principles, refine communication skills, and deepen theological understanding for effective ministry and mission.

Module Outcomes:

By the end of this module, students will:

  • Understand and apply foundational principles of organizational leadership in Christian contexts.
  • Develop and implement effective communication strategies for preaching or teaching.
  • Articulate the doctrine of the Trinity and its implications for Christian faith and practice.
  • Analyze eschatological themes and their relevance to Christian hope and mission.
  • Articulate the role of Christ Our Coming King through a written paper.
  • Articulate the significance of Christ’s return and how it shapes a believer’s worldview and ministry approach.
Module Readings:
  • The Bible
  • The Preacher by Justin Thornton
  • Church Unique by Will Mancini
  • A Basic Guide to Eschatology by Millard Erickson
  • Systematic Theology by Wayne Grudem
Cohort Gatherings:

Monthly 3-hour group meetings to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip preparation.

Coaching Meetings:

Monthly 1-hour leadership coaching sessions to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip support raising.

Scripture Memory:

Monthly Scripture memorization corresponding with course content and doctrinal support.

January 2026
Middle East

Enrollment Opens – October 1, 2025
Scholarship Deadline – December 15, 2025
Enrollment Closes – January 9, 2026
Module Opens – January 11, 2026
Travel Dates – June 9-19, 2026
Module Closes – August 22, 2026

May 2026
Germany

Enrollment Opens – February 1, 2026
Scholarship Deadline – April 15, 2026
Enrollment Closes – May 8, 2026
Module Opens – May 10, 2026
Travel Dates – October 28 – November 6, 2026
Module Closes – December 22, 2026

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Global Impact | Module

Module Description:

This module examines the principles of global evangelization, short-term missions in the modern era, cultural awareness, and an overseas missions trip, helping students experience God’s heart for the nations.

Module Outcomes:

By the end of this module, students will:

  • Understand and apply principles of short-term missions
  • Develop and implement effective communication strategies for support raising for international missions.
  • Articulate the biblical mandate for cross-cultural missions
  • Articulate how they are best motivated and demotivated in a team context.
  • Articulate how to reach unreached people
  • Experienced God’s heart for the nations
Module Readings:
  • The Bible
  • Missionary Messages by A.B. Simpson
  • Perspectives in World Missions by Ralph Winter and Steven Hawthorn
  • Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen
Cohort Gatherings:

Monthly 3-hour group meetings to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip preparation.

Coaching Meetings:

Monthly 1-hour leadership coaching sessions to either discuss leadership growth or mission trip support raising.

Scripture Memory:

Monthly Scripture memorization corresponding with course content and doctrinal support.