Worship Ministry Concentration

Applied Toward a Degree in Worship Ministry

Completing this school will help you achieve a life of worship and equip you to be a leader of worship. These courses will give you the knowledge and experience to lead worship effectively in light of the changing paradigm of worship that is occurring. You will thoroughly understand the theology of worship as developed in biblical and Church history, the role that worship plays in relation to kingdom music, evangelism, the presence of God, renewal, prophecy, prayer, spiritual warfare and the church service.

The courses listed below may be taken as a certificate or applied as a major concentration toward an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree. Additional work is required when an undergraduate-level course is taken on the graduate level. Course substitutions and combining major concentrations are possible when working toward a degree. Discuss these options with the Dean. The key is to follow God’s passion within your heart. Students in the Master’s and Doctoral programs earn approximately 30 credits for each degree from specific courses, and the remaining 10 credits by doing practical ministry work and earning “practica” credits.

The following courses may be purchased individually or as a total package. If purchased as a pre-paid package, the cost is reduced by 20%. Two to five courses are sent at a time, as the student requests. Prices are subject to change without notice. Payment may be made by credit card.

To receive a certificate a student must complete a minimum of 10 of the courses below. One of them must be Communion With God.

REN103 Communion With God (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$341.84

REN503 Communion With God (Graduate Level) (Course Syllabus) 4 credits $444.78
A thoroughly practical course on hearing God's voice. Biblical techniques of vision and journaling will be combined to help one discern and clarify the spontaneous thoughts that come from God. (Key verses: Habakkuk 2:1-4) The goal is that one commune (converse) with God through the fellowship of the Holy Spirit and that this communion flow both ways.

WOR101 Believer’s Worship I (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$340.91
In this course, we will define worship and explore its priority in the life of the believer. We will learn how to become a worshiper, as well as our responsibility as a worshiper. In addition, we will examine "the new song," praise in the life of Jesus, and experiencing the presence of God in worship.

LEA103 Gifted to Succeed (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$270.94
"To each of us grace has been given according to the measure of Christ's gift...And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers for the equipping of the saints." Do you know which of these heart motivations God has given to you? Is God asking you to express this heart motivation within or outside the structured church, or both? Which ministry or vocation is He asking you to express yourself through? What kinds of people do you need next to you to make you most effective? These questions and many others will be answered.

WOR201 Theology of Worship (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$367.74
We will explore the definition and purpose of worship. In addition, we will look at the history of worship in the Church, as well as current trends, and finally, the renewal of worship in the life of the Body.

WOR202 Theology of Music (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$387.68
The real meaning and purpose of music will be explored, as well as its importance and relationship to the spirit world. The power of kingdom music will be examined, as will the role of music in praise and worship, spiritual warfare, prophecy, and revival.

PRO201 Releasing Spiritual Gifts (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$343.98
This introductory class teaches about the nine gifts of the Holy Spirit. You will work through lessons on how the Holy Spirit moves, exercising spiritual gifts, and more.

MIN211 Building Dynamic Teams (Course Syllabus)

1 credit

$125.95
"...they ordained them elders in every church…" (Acts 14:23). Biblical precedent indicates that local churches were governed by a team of elders. God never let the rulership of the body rest on the shoulders of one man, knowing that each of us has weaknesses and limitations, and that no one man can completely represent full truth, wisdom and power as Jesus did. This course will help local church leadership function more effectively as a team, honoring the gifts of all. Prerequisites: LEA103 Gifted to Succeed (required); MIN210 Five Fold Ministry Gifts (recommended). This course will be most useful if you are currently part of a leadership team.

REN204 Naturally Supernatural (Course Syllabus) 

3 credits

$287.88
Through the working of Almighty God, He has joined His Spirit to our spirits. We will study and experience the glory of Christ living within us, as well as ways of approaching Him and releasing His indwelling presence. We abide in Christ to the extent that we know that Christ abides in us. We will also learn how to allow the gifts and fruit of the Holy Spirit within us to flow out through us. Prerequisite: REN103 Communion With God.

REN206 Increasing the Anointing (Course Syllabus) 

3 credits

$335.84
The key to the successful Christian life is walking and living in the anointing of the Holy Spirit. This course has three emphases: First it is designed to help you become aware of your spirit. All 1400 verses of Scripture that deal with the heart and spirit of man are closely considered with the one supreme objective of learning to sense your spirit and the Spirit of Christ within your spirit. From there you go on to examine the anointing of the Holy Spirit and how the anointing can be increased in your life. Finally, you will try to get to know the Holy Spirit as a Person.

COU203 Cornerstones of Communication (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$325.94
Communication is the center of all relationships, yet most of us are untaught on the dynamics of great communication skills. This course will teach you these skills. With practice, every relationship you enter into will be much more effective, including relationships with your spouse and children. Give yourself the gift of outstanding communication skills.

REN208 War in the Spirit (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$284.94
"For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities and powers…." How often are Christians caught unaware of the enemy who rages around them seeking to devour them. With proper understanding and perspective, we can effectively engage the enemy and defeat him and his efforts against our lives, families, ministries and homes. Be a trained and prepared soldier.

WOR302 Believer’s Worship II (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$292.84
The contrast between praise and worship will be examined, defining each and then moving in to focus on various aspects of worship specifically. We will look at the unique relationships between worship and music, prayer, and evangelism. Finally we will explore public worship, including the idea of taking worship to the streets.

PRO301 Introduction to the Prophetic (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$363.98
An introduction to the nature and purpose of prophetic revelation and its proper function in the Body of Christ. You will be inspired and challenged to be a prophetic person. Subjects include: the power and perils of the prophetic, being a prophetic people, the song of the Lord, seven expressions of the prophetic spirit, and others.

LEA321 Visionary Leadership (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$257.95
Jesus' leadership approach with His "staff" ran counter to most of the management styles and techniques employed today. In this course, you will explore the three categories of strengths behind Jesus' leadership techniques: the strength of self-mastery, the strength of action, and the strength of relationships. You will learn a plan to heighten your awareness level in each category and to assist you in the process of mastering them all, which is necessary for you to become an empowered leader in this millennium.

WOR410 Leading Worship (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$482.95
We will look at the worship service, and the act of leading worship. We will seek to increase our understanding and appreciation for the different Christian expressions of worship. We will explore the important relationships of pastor and worship leader and those within the worship team. We will look at how to prepare properly for a worship service, including what is involved in an effective worship rehearsal. Finally, we will examine the unique challenges of leading worship in a small group.

WOR415 Worship Team I (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$478.89
In this course, we will once more examine the spiritual power of music and the dynamics of a worship service. We will consider a wide variety of art forms which may be used in the leading and expression of worship, and how they can be integrated into the worship service. We will consider all of the people who have a place in guiding the congregation into worship as individuals and as a team, and how they can more perfectly blend into a spiritual unit. We will also examine our own leadership styles and habits, allowing the Spirit of the Creator to breathe new life into our ministries.

WOR301 Worshipping with Sign Language (Course Syllabus)

3 credits

$345.89
Instruction in the Sign English interpretation of more than fifty popular worship songs used in the Church today. This course is designed to deepen the worship experience of each participant by encouraging him to worship the Lord wholeheartedly, involving spirit, soul, and body. The symbolism of the signs assists in visualizing the concept being sung, and the result is more complete involvement in worship of our Lord and King.

WOR191 International Worship Leaders’ Practicum

2 credits

$35.00
This is a seminar conducted by Dean LaMar Boschman and the International Worship Leaders' Institute of Dallas, Texas. They may be contacted directly for information on conference schedules.

Additional courses:

Please refer to the Christian Arts Concentration for additional courses that would be of interest and value to you as a worshipper and minister of worship.