Licentiate of Local Church Ministry
Academic Level
Degree/Postgraduate
Duration
9-12 Months
Assessment
Yes. Certificate of Completion
Study Method
Online
Licentiate of Local Church Ministry Overview
The Licentiate of Local Church Ministry qualification is specifically designed for people in ministry who are seeking to become advanced in their leadership and people skills. It is also for those wanting to transition into full-time ministry from a volunteer role or secular career.
This qualification allows you to further develop your ministry, leadership skills, biblical and theological knowledge. You will be equipped with the advanced skills required to lead a local church or ministry team.
What is a Licentiate of Local Church Ministry? Licentiate comes from the Latin licentia, “freedom” which is applied in the phrases licentia docendi meaning permission to teach and licentia ad practicandum signifying someone who holds a certificate of competence to practise a profession i.e. ministry, theology or parish life.
Graduates of the Licentiate of Local Church Ministry will be equipped with the skills they need for a wide range of senior leadership and ministry roles. Many graduates go into leadership roles, such as senior pastor, associate pastor or executive pastor, where they are using the leadership, biblical and ministry skills they have developed. Others have gone into key ministry roles, where they are primarily using their highly developed ministry, pastoral, creative and administrative gifts to help their church move forward.
Who is theLicentiate of Local Church Ministry for
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The Licentiate of Local Church Ministry is the perfect qualification for pastors already in ministry looking to step up in God and lead a church or ministry.
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It is also ideal for those who seek to take on a greater role in the church by leading lead a ministry team such as associate pastor or executive pastor.
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It also provides a great foundation for people transitioning into full-time ministry from a secular career.
What you will learn
Navigating Team Dynamics - Certified
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How to bring change to a team situation and various approaches to effective Christian Leadership.
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Demonstrate reflective practices relevant to being team leaders such as describing their own leadership style, skills and abilities and reflection on ministry case studies and practical experience.
Church Dynamics and Health - Certified
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How to develop a holistic strategy for dynamic church development and health from a Pentecostal perspective. It is designed for those in Christian ministry to assist them to reflect on their own ministry situations.
Person & Work of Christ Part 1: Certified
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How to understand key theological issues related to the Person and Work of Christ and analyses the historical development of the doctrines and issues related to the deity, humanity and atoning work of Christ.
Person & Work of Christ Part 2: Certified
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How to understand key theological issues related to the Person and Work of Christ and the doctrines and issues related to the deity, humanity and atoning work of Christ.
Spirit-Filled Leadership & Acts: Certified - Part 1
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Identify significant issues related to Pentecostal and Charismatic ministry and leadership including pentecostal history, theological issues, and the history and background of Acts.
Spirit-Filled Leadership & Acts: Certified - Part 2
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Critically investigate the interpretation of Acts in relation to Pentecostal teaching on the leadership in the contemporary church.
Spirit-Filled Leadership & Acts: Certified - Part 3
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Identify significant issues related to Pentecostal and charismatic ministry and leadership in the 21st century including Pentecost, spiritual warfare, healing and miracles.
Theology of the Church: Certified - Part 1
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How to integrate the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global & local church.
Theology of the Church: Certified - Part 2
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How to look at new and emerging philosophies that are developing in the church today.
Homiletics: Certified - Part 1
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How to preach an expository, textual or topical sermon.
Homiletics: Certified - Part 2
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How to preach the technical components of professional preaching including how to craft illustrations, effective non-verbal communication, weddings, funerals and difficult pastoral matters.
Included Courses
In this course you’ll learn how to navigate some of the challenges associated with team dynamics. Topics covered in this course include conflict styles and resolutions, narcissism, success, status, ego, team reflexivity, virtual teams and more!
Curriculum Covered
- Conflict Introduction
- Recent Research in Conflict
- Conflict & Personality
- Conflict Styles
- Conflict Resolution
- Roles & Boundaries
- Dealing with Difficult People
- Virtual Teams
- Group Pressure to Conform
- Ethics in Teams
- Team Creativity & Innovation
- Introduction to Reflexivity
- Team Quality Management
- Narcissism
- Success, Status & Ego
- Encouragement
- What Really Matters
About your instructor
Dr Nigel Pegram
Nigel completed his Master of Theology, focusing on Old Testament Prophets. He has continued his study and completed his Doctor of Ministry, writing a dissertation on emotional intelligence and prevention of ministry burnout.
Course Reviews
Practical and Spiritual
Through my 12 month journey, Axx Bible College has given me guidance, practical teaching and Holy Spirit spiritual teaching to feel confidently equipped to write my first book, which is at the publishers, and will be available soon. But God doesn’t stop there, and when you’re connected to the Vine, the full Power of Christ emerges and through the Will of the Holy Spirit, I have started creating a second book! I’m only 5,000 words in, but another example of being in the right place at the right time, thank you Axx your teaching resources are special and anointed through Christ Jesus! I feel the Power!
Realistic solutions to complex scenarios
Real practical skill development opportunities here to learn about dealing with conflict affectively. The course offered great examples we can apply in real-life situations and also within a ministerial context. Very well discussed, and clearly thought out and intentionally taught offering realistic solutions to complex scenarios.
NARCISSISM
Personal ego, position, and self achievement of the greatest obstacle in teams goal and achievement.
In a Christian context, Christian serves Jesus and not their own interest and if Christians continue to serve their own interest, they grief the Holy Spirit
This course aims to present students with a holistic strategy for dynamic church development and health from a Pentecostal perspective. It is designed for those in Christian ministry to assist them to reflect on their own ministry situations.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Challenges & Trends in the Church
- The Global Church
- The Local Church
- What’s a church to do?
- The Corporate Worship Gathering
- The Church Growth Movement
- Natural Church Development
- NCD Quality Characteristics & Biotic Principles
- Introducing NCLS Research
- Church Health NCLS Australia
- Purpose Driven Church
- Models of the Church
- Leadership
- Discipleship
- Spirit-Empowered People
- Vision & Values
About your instructor
Dr Peter Downes
Peter describes himself as a teacher and trainer of Christians in a variety of contexts. He is committed to raising up disciples to reach their full potential, find their calling and to be lovers of Jesus and His word. Having served as an Anglican Priest in several parishes, Peter stepped out in 1990 as a Church Planter. He has planted 5 churches and a further 7 from churches he has lead. Peter has served as the National Director, Vineyard Churches Australia for more than 13 years. He holds a Doctor of Ministry (MST) 2012, where his thesis examined what the corporate worship gathering is about and impact of the Emerging Missional Church on the gathering and church life.
Course Reviews
Another very relevant, informative and helpful course
I found this course very informative, relevant and has given me more insight into different pathways within the church. With each step I take in study, I feel my connection with God growing stronger. I am putting my trust in God, to guide me to the pathway he wants me to take, and I am eager to learn more and more as I progress along my journey with God.
Community Chaplaincy
I got more information and better language to use when listening better with others.
Am I ready for Baptism
I am now understand the baptism and the oneness. I would like to thank you Axx bible institute for allowing and providing such a deep corse in depth with vidios and pictures to paint the picture correctly
This course discusses key theological issues related to the Person and Work of Christ and analyses the historical development of the doctrines and issues related to the deity, humanity and atoning work of Christ.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Prolegomena (Introductory Thoughts)
- Jesus in History
- Search for the Historical Jesus
- Jesus in the Old Testament
- Jesus in the Gospels
- Jesus in the New Testament
- Humanity of Jesus
- The Virgin Birth
- Heresy & the Humanity of Christ
- Responses to Heresies Concerning the Humanity of Christ
- The Deity of Jesus
- Heresy & the Divinity of Christ
- Responses to Heresies Concerning the Divinity of Christ
- Fully God and Fully Human
- Heresy and the Hypostatic Union
- Responses to Heresies Concerning the Hypostatic Union of Christ
- Jesus & the Trinity (1)
- Jesus & the Trinity (2)
About your instructor
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
What I learned from this course
I recognized the basic or fundamental truth God (Jesus Christ). Many confusing things about Jesus were made straight to me in this course. Thanks to AXX bible college for this great opportunity
Review/Testimony
Jesus Christ is fully divine and fully human, the Son of God and the Son of Man. He lived a sinless and perfect life demonstrating His divine nature, and providing a perfect sacrifice for humanity’s sins. Jesus showed remarkable love, compassion, and empathy towards others, especially the marginalized and oppressed. Through His death on the cross, Jesus provided redemption and salvation for humanity, reconciling us to God and forgiving our sins. His sacrifice was was a substitutionary atonement for our sins, satisfying God’s justice and demonstrating His love. Jesus resurrection from the dead demonstrated His power over sin and death, providing Victory for believers and assurance of eternal life. My testimony in this lesson is that , Through faith in Christ, I have a personal relationship with God, experiencing His love, guidance, and comfort. I have received forgiveness for my sins and freedom from the power of sins, living a life transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit. Christ work in my life gives me hope and purpose, directing me to live for Him and serve others. May God bless Axx Bible college am really empowered for the work of the ministry.
Person & Work of Christ - Part 2
As in Part 1, I don’t agree with everything said, although Part 2 made a lot more sense to me.
Theology is not easy to understand and it is important to see it from the viewpoint of the believer in front of you. Although Jesus can’t be more than one, He is Jesus, Son of the living God, it is the interpretation.
I am of strong opinion that there is only one God, one Son, and one Holy Spirit, the Trinity. there is no other god. That is why I don’t agree with every thing said, more especially the way it is brought forward. To someone who have little to no background of theology, they might get the idee that they may create their own image of Jesus and that it is acceptable, Where in fact according to scripture, it is not.
Thank you for a very interesting lecture. I appreciate it.
This course discusses key theological issues related to the Person and Work of Christ and analyses the historical development of the doctrines and issues related to the deity, humanity and atoning work of Christ.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Intro to the Work of Jesus
- Salvation & Atonement
- The Cross & Resurrection
- Extent of Atonement
- Worldview & Theology
- Biblical Metaphors 1
- Biblical Metaphors 2
- Theories 1
- Theories 2
- Theories 3
- Grace
- Election
- Calvinist-Arminian Debate
- Justification 1
- Justification 2
- Sanctification
- Adoption/Participation
- Contemporary Issues 1
- Contemporary Issues 2
About your instructor
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
What I learned from this course
I recognized the basic or fundamental truth God (Jesus Christ). Many confusing things about Jesus were made straight to me in this course. Thanks to AXX bible college for this great opportunity
Review/Testimony
Jesus Christ is fully divine and fully human, the Son of God and the Son of Man. He lived a sinless and perfect life demonstrating His divine nature, and providing a perfect sacrifice for humanity’s sins. Jesus showed remarkable love, compassion, and empathy towards others, especially the marginalized and oppressed. Through His death on the cross, Jesus provided redemption and salvation for humanity, reconciling us to God and forgiving our sins. His sacrifice was was a substitutionary atonement for our sins, satisfying God’s justice and demonstrating His love. Jesus resurrection from the dead demonstrated His power over sin and death, providing Victory for believers and assurance of eternal life. My testimony in this lesson is that , Through faith in Christ, I have a personal relationship with God, experiencing His love, guidance, and comfort. I have received forgiveness for my sins and freedom from the power of sins, living a life transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit. Christ work in my life gives me hope and purpose, directing me to live for Him and serve others. May God bless Axx Bible college am really empowered for the work of the ministry.
Person & Work of Christ - Part 2
As in Part 1, I don’t agree with everything said, although Part 2 made a lot more sense to me.
Theology is not easy to understand and it is important to see it from the viewpoint of the believer in front of you. Although Jesus can’t be more than one, He is Jesus, Son of the living God, it is the interpretation.
I am of strong opinion that there is only one God, one Son, and one Holy Spirit, the Trinity. there is no other god. That is why I don’t agree with every thing said, more especially the way it is brought forward. To someone who have little to no background of theology, they might get the idee that they may create their own image of Jesus and that it is acceptable, Where in fact according to scripture, it is not.
Thank you for a very interesting lecture. I appreciate it.
Part 1 of this course will leads students through a self-critical analysis and reflection of Spirit-filled leadership issues including pentecostal history, theological issues, and the history and background of Acts.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Introduction
- Australian Pentecostal History (1)
- Australian Pentecostal History (2)
- Insights: Melinda Dwight Interview
- Leadership Models & Issues
- Ecclesiological Issues
- Theological Issues
- Pneumatological Issues
- Ethical & Missional Issues
- Introduction to Acts
- Critical Questions about Acts
- Structure of Acts
- Historical Context of Acts
- Jewishness of Acts (1)
- Jewishness of Acts (2)
- Jewishness of Acts (3)
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
Pastor Jeremy Weetman
Jeremy has been in pastoral ministry for over twenty years. He and his wife plated the church they lead on the Gold Coast (Australia), Eikon Community, in 2006 and transitioned the congregation into a missional expression of church. He has served on various denominational committees and has been teaching in bible colleges since 2011. He is studying towards his Doctor of Ministry and is interested in sacred space and contemporary spirituality.
Course Reviews
Acts of the Holy Spirit.
As a Christian/leaders we should not only claim we are filled with the Holy Spirit but we should be led/walk by the Holy Spirit.
Importance of Acts in terms of leadership and Holy Spirit.
This session was very impacting and illuminating at the same time. I used to just read the Bible and teach but now I have a broader understanding of every passage in this book especially how apostles we leading and serving God, and how the Holy Spirit was operating and how they rely and obey the Holy Spirit. There is also an example of seven leaders who were chosen not because of their wealth or education but because they were full of the Holy Spirit, which shows the importance of the Holy Spirit in leadership. Thanks to our called lecturers and all Axx administration.
Spirit filled leadership
In leadership we need the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is the empowering factor in all what we do both within and outside the Ministry.
The Holy Spirit enable the humanity in relating to God.
Without the Holy Spirit a man is nonentity but with the Holy Spirit the true reflection of God is manifested.
Part 2 of this course focuses on the leadership and development of the earliest church and how pentecostal have shaped their leadership in contemporary church based on the book of Acts.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Insights: Barry Chant Interview (1)
- Acts & the First Pentecostals
- Pentecostal Use of Acts
- Criticisms & Response to Pentecostal Theology
- Insights: Barry Chant Interview (2)
- Leadership in the Infant Church
- Leadership in the Developing Church
- Leadership Application from Acts
- Insights: Craig Keener Interview (1)
- Leadership Issues & Crises
- Local Church Governance
- Servant Leadership
- Women in Leadership
- Insights: Craig Keener Interview (2)
- Financial Issues
- Prayer
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
Pastor Jeremy Weetman
Jeremy has been in pastoral ministry for over twenty years. He and his wife plated the church they lead on the Gold Coast (Australia), Eikon Community, in 2006 and transitioned the congregation into a missional expression of church. He has served on various denominational committees and has been teaching in bible colleges since 2011. He is studying towards his Doctor of Ministry and is interested in sacred space and contemporary spirituality.
Course Reviews
Acts of the Holy Spirit.
As a Christian/leaders we should not only claim we are filled with the Holy Spirit but we should be led/walk by the Holy Spirit.
Importance of Acts in terms of leadership and Holy Spirit.
This session was very impacting and illuminating at the same time. I used to just read the Bible and teach but now I have a broader understanding of every passage in this book especially how apostles we leading and serving God, and how the Holy Spirit was operating and how they rely and obey the Holy Spirit. There is also an example of seven leaders who were chosen not because of their wealth or education but because they were full of the Holy Spirit, which shows the importance of the Holy Spirit in leadership. Thanks to our called lecturers and all Axx administration.
Spirit filled leadership
In leadership we need the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is the empowering factor in all what we do both within and outside the Ministry.
The Holy Spirit enable the humanity in relating to God.
Without the Holy Spirit a man is nonentity but with the Holy Spirit the true reflection of God is manifested.
Part 3 of this course will lead students through a self-critical analysis and reflection of Spirit-filled leadership issues including Pentecost, spiritual warfare, healing and miracles.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Liturgy
- Insights: Tex Houston Interview
- Pentecost (1)
- Pentecost (2)
- Insights: Jon Newton Interview
- Spiritual Warfare & Deliverance
- Healing in Acts
- Miracles in Acts
- Insights: Craig Keener Interview (3)
- Missiological Perspectives (1)
- Missiological Perspectives (2)
- Missiological Perspectives (3)
- Insights: Cin Do Kham Interview
- Preaching in Acts
- Teaching in Acts
- Synthesizing & Applying Acts
About your instructor
Dr Jon Newton
John is an Associate Professor at Alphacrucis College after serving for nine years at Harvest Bible College, most recently as Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Research. His goal is to promote Christian higher education and missions, including training students for Asia and Europe. Dr Jon’s Ph D was gained at Deakin University (conferred 2007) with a thesis entitled “Postmodernism, Christianity and the Book of Revelation.” The author of two books: Revelation Reclaimed: The Use and Misuse of the Apocalypse (Paternoster 2009) and The Revelation Worldview (Wipf and Stock 2015). I also edited New Frontiers: Redefining Christian Ministry for 21st Century Contexts (Mosaic 2013). I have also had a number of articles published in peer-reviewed journals such as Australian Biblical Review, Colloquium, Heythrop Journal and Journal of Pentecostal Theology. I am the editor of the Journal of Contemporary Ministry. Currently, I am working on a commentary on Revelation for a new Pentecostal commentary series. My other main research interest is Australian Pentecostalism.
Pastor Jeremy Weetman
Jeremy has been in pastoral ministry for over twenty years. He and his wife plated the church they lead on the Gold Coast (Australia), Eikon Community, in 2006 and transitioned the congregation into a missional expression of church. He has served on various denominational committees and has been teaching in bible colleges since 2011. He is studying towards his Doctor of Ministry and is interested in sacred space and contemporary spirituality.
Course Reviews
Acts of the Holy Spirit.
As a Christian/leaders we should not only claim we are filled with the Holy Spirit but we should be led/walk by the Holy Spirit.
Importance of Acts in terms of leadership and Holy Spirit.
This session was very impacting and illuminating at the same time. I used to just read the Bible and teach but now I have a broader understanding of every passage in this book especially how apostles we leading and serving God, and how the Holy Spirit was operating and how they rely and obey the Holy Spirit. There is also an example of seven leaders who were chosen not because of their wealth or education but because they were full of the Holy Spirit, which shows the importance of the Holy Spirit in leadership. Thanks to our called lecturers and all Axx administration.
Spirit filled leadership
In leadership we need the Holy Spirit.
The Holy Spirit is the empowering factor in all what we do both within and outside the Ministry.
The Holy Spirit enable the humanity in relating to God.
Without the Holy Spirit a man is nonentity but with the Holy Spirit the true reflection of God is manifested.
Grant Buchanan walks us through the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global & local church. He also takes a look at new and emerging philosophies that are developing in the church today.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Course Introduction
- Definitions
- The Church in the New Testament
- What the Church is…
- The Origin of the Church
- The Purpose of the Church (1)
- The Purpose of the Church (2)
- The Marks & Nature of the Church
- Church Universal & Local
- The Church & the Kingdom
- The Sacraments (1) Introduction
- The Sacraments (2) Baptism
- The Sacraments (3) The Lord’s Supper
- Worship
About your instructor
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
The Missionary Church
The Church is bride of Christ, waiting for his second coming. While waiting, the Church should be commited in teaching out the world with Gospel of the Kingdom. Both leaders and members of the Church should be mission minded. The Church is built and strenghtened by edification, and motivated by soul winning, and prepared for the the great encounter with the Lord. As a part of the Church, I should concentrate on these three fold Principles.
May God bless the lecturer and the Axx Bible College staff.
The Church and the Kingdom
The Church is a.family where we grow in faith, and we develop our talents and gifts for the Lord. We should be part of the Kingdom as well as part of the Church. In the Church, we supposed to live the Kingdom life. We should not be satisfied with our participation in the local church. We should consciously wilfully living as part of the Body of Christ. Then we will give meaning to our christian life, and we will attract people around us in the Kingdom.
Thank God for this edifying course. May God bless the lecturer for his wonderful presentation, and the Axx Bible College staff.
REAL CHURCH
THIS WAS A VERY GOOD SESSION JUST TEACHING ME WHO THE RAEL CHURCH IS AND THE ROLE. THAT WE HAVE TO PLAY TO MAKE THE CHURCH SUCSESSFULL.IT WAS ALSO GOOD TO LAERN ABOUT THE BAPTISIM AND THE SIGNIFITANCE THEREOF AND HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO UNDERSTAND WHAT THE WORD TEACHES US.THE HOLY COMUNION WAS ALSO A NICE TOPIC CAUSE LOTS OF TIME WE GET IT THE REAL PURPOSE WRONG.THANK YOU FOR THE TEACHING ON THAT.
Grant Buchanan walks us through the development of the church and the theology that has undergirded movements and trends of the global & local church. He also takes a look at new and emerging philosophies that are developing in the church today.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description
- Leadership & Ministry
- Leadership Ascension Gifts
- Leadership Administration Gifts
- Leadership Governance
- Leadership & Authority
- Church Health & Growth Indicators
- Natural Church Development (NCD)
- Church Health: REVEAL
- Church Health: Tony Morgan
- Profile of a Healthy Church
- Evangelism & Mission
- The Missiological Church
- What is Mission?
- Emerging Ecclesiology
- Missional Ecclesiology
- Contemporary Examples (1) Local
- Contemporary Examples (2) Global
- Pentecostal Ecclesiology
- The Destiny of the Church
About your instructor
Pastor Grant Buchanan
Prior to Bible teaching, Grant served as a full-time pastor and school chaplain. Although a lecturer in theology and biblical studies with a focus on Pauline theology and the Gospels, Grant also operates as a professional counsellor and is working towards the completion of this Doctor of Philosophy by exploring a pneumatological reading of Galatians in light of 6:15 and the impact this has on Christian identify.
Course Reviews
The Missionary Church
The Church is bride of Christ, waiting for his second coming. While waiting, the Church should be commited in teaching out the world with Gospel of the Kingdom. Both leaders and members of the Church should be mission minded. The Church is built and strenghtened by edification, and motivated by soul winning, and prepared for the the great encounter with the Lord. As a part of the Church, I should concentrate on these three fold Principles.
May God bless the lecturer and the Axx Bible College staff.
The Church and the Kingdom
The Church is a.family where we grow in faith, and we develop our talents and gifts for the Lord. We should be part of the Kingdom as well as part of the Church. In the Church, we supposed to live the Kingdom life. We should not be satisfied with our participation in the local church. We should consciously wilfully living as part of the Body of Christ. Then we will give meaning to our christian life, and we will attract people around us in the Kingdom.
Thank God for this edifying course. May God bless the lecturer for his wonderful presentation, and the Axx Bible College staff.
REAL CHURCH
THIS WAS A VERY GOOD SESSION JUST TEACHING ME WHO THE RAEL CHURCH IS AND THE ROLE. THAT WE HAVE TO PLAY TO MAKE THE CHURCH SUCSESSFULL.IT WAS ALSO GOOD TO LAERN ABOUT THE BAPTISIM AND THE SIGNIFITANCE THEREOF AND HOW IMPORTANT IT IS TO UNDERSTAND WHAT THE WORD TEACHES US.THE HOLY COMUNION WAS ALSO A NICE TOPIC CAUSE LOTS OF TIME WE GET IT THE REAL PURPOSE WRONG.THANK YOU FOR THE TEACHING ON THAT.
This course gives you an introduction to the role, function and theological framework of preaching, as you develop your understanding of the ministry from a biblical perspective.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Learning to Preach
- The Danger of Preaching
- The Duty of a Preacher
- The Development & Devotion of the Preacher
- The Historical Development of Preaching (1)
- The Historical Development of Preaching (2)
- The Theological Foundation of Preaching
- The Introduction
- The Conclusion
- Accurate Interpretation (1)
- Accurate Interpretation (2)
- Accurate Application
- Sermon Preparation
- Expository Sermons
- Textual, Thematic & Doctrinal Sermons
- Topical Sermons
- Exegetical Sermons vs Topical Sermons
About your instructor
Dr Markus Richardson
Markus was ordained to Anglican Ministry in 1987 and worked for 14 years in outback rural and regional towns in New South Wales. He is a trained counsellor with degrees in psychology and theology. Markus served as a Police Chaplain for ten years. He completed his Doctorate in Leadership in 2010. He is an experienced coach and is an accredited Bar-On EQ Inventory and Leadership Development Profile facilitator.
Course Reviews
Homiletics: Part 1
I just loved the whole part of this course on Homiletics as it shed so much light on how to prepare sermons and the different styles of sermons that there are, e.g., expository, textual, thematic, topical, etc. The course has also highlighted the very fact that there are actually dangers of preaching as well as advantages of it as a whole. I love the way the course was presented and the way the instructor has delivered the materials. I’m looking forward to the second part of this course and I pray God blesses your ministry, AXX Bible College. Thank you so much!
Power of your words
Excellent teaching.
Gives great insights how to bring God’s word out
To be a better student of the Word
Well done
You’ll learn from experienced preachers. This course explores some of the technical components of professional preaching including how to craft illustrations, effective non-verbal communication, weddings, funerals and difficult pastoral matters.
Curriculum Covered
- Course Description & Additional Resources
- Biblical Preaching
- Stories & Illustrations (1)
- Stories & Illustrations (2)
- Non-Verbal Delivery
- Using Notes
- Using Audio & Visuals
- Verbal Delivery
- Pathos & Peculiarities
- The 7 Axioms
- Preaching at Weddings
- Preaching at Funerals & Memorials
- Preaching on Difficult Pastoral Matters (1)
- Preaching on Difficult Pastoral Matters (2)
- Preaching Cross-Culturally
- Evaluating Sermons
- How I Prepare & Preach (1)
- How I Prepare & Preach (2)
About your instructor
Dr Markus Richardson
Markus was ordained to Anglican Ministry in 1987 and worked for 14 years in outback rural and regional towns in New South Wales. He is a trained counsellor with degrees in psychology and theology. Markus served as a Police Chaplain for ten years. He completed his Doctorate in Leadership in 2010. He is an experienced coach and is an accredited Bar-On EQ Inventory and Leadership Development Profile facilitator.
Course Reviews
Homiletics: Part 1
I just loved the whole part of this course on Homiletics as it shed so much light on how to prepare sermons and the different styles of sermons that there are, e.g., expository, textual, thematic, topical, etc. The course has also highlighted the very fact that there are actually dangers of preaching as well as advantages of it as a whole. I love the way the course was presented and the way the instructor has delivered the materials. I’m looking forward to the second part of this course and I pray God blesses your ministry, AXX Bible College. Thank you so much!
Power of your words
Excellent teaching.
Gives great insights how to bring God’s word out
To be a better student of the Word
Well done
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Licentiate of Local Church Ministry Snapshot
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11 specifically designed courses
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195 lessons
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65 hours on-demand video
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Certification
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Full lifetime access
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Access on computer, mobile devices and TV
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All learning resources, handouts and E-library at no extra cost
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Personalised Certified Certificate of Completion
Licentiate of Local Church Ministry Reviews
Local church ministry
God intentionally and purposely put us to be incharge of the earth and have dominion and subdue it. In a ministry perspective God wants us to share with others his kingdom by reaching out to the unreached and by establishing congregations that has a zeal and purpose of serving him.
We're first local then international
We must embrace each other just as Christ did to us seamlessly by caring for one another that’s working for god.
Understanding kingdom ministry
This is one of my favourite units in the sense that the church of Christ is not confined to a physical boundaries and to my understanding is that we must go local before we go to i
Licentiate of Local Church Ministry Requirements
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Students should have completed the Advanced Certification of Local Church Ministry
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If you have relevant ministry experience or previous training then you can commence this qualification immediately. If you would like to course advice on this qualification please contact us on courseadvice@axx.global or book a phone call
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The Licentiate of Local Church Ministry requires a desire to be active in full-time ministry and or learning how to prepare for it.
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Students should have a solid understanding of the concepts of the Bible, theology, spiritual formation and pastoral ministry.
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A love of God and people.
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A love of the local church.
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Learners are welcome to commence this qualification at any time
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A computer, tablet or smartphone is required
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No additional software is required
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Internet connection is required
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Lessons are presented in English
All assessment tasks must be completed to be certified
- Learners are required to complete all video lessons
- Each lesson has a short multiple choice quiz
- There are no essays to be written in this qualification