COURSE DESCRIPTION
The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically altered the landscape of ministry, discipleship, worship, and church participation. While many churches learned new methods of gathering, the greatest need remains spiritual—not technological. The post-pandemic Church must rediscover the power, gifts, fruit, and ministry of the Holy Spirit.

This course examines the biblical doctrine of the Holy Spirit with emphasis on spiritual gifts,
Christian character, servant leadership, ministry engagement, and the restoration of active
believers within the local church. Students will learn that the Holy Spirit works both IN US (producing Christlike character) and FOR US (empowering effective ministry).
 

COURSE MANTRA
"THE HOLY SPIRIT AT WORK IN US AND FOR US" 

MISSION STATEMENT
To equip believers for post-pandemic ministry by cultivating Spirit-filled disciples who demonstrate both the Fruit of the Spirit and the Gifts of the Spirit for the edification of the Body of Christ and the advancement of God's Kingdom.

COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Explain the Person and ministry of the Holy Spirit.
2. Identify and define the gifts of the Spirit.

3. Distinguish between spiritual gifts, natural talents, and ministry offices.
4. Demonstrate biblical understanding of the Fruit of the Spirit.
5. Discover their personal spiritual gifts.
6. Apply spiritual gifts in healthy church ministry.
7. Recognize abuses and misconceptions concerning spiritual gifts.
8. Develop Christlike character while exercising spiritual power.
9. Build confidence in serving the local church after the pandemic.
10. Create a personal ministry engagement plan.

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Primary Textbook
The Gifts and Ministries of the Holy Spirit — Lester Sumrall (2006)
 

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