EXPLORE THE MAJOR WORLD RELIGIONS AND THEIR TEACHINGS.
This Comparative Religions course introduces you to the five major world faiths—Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Through the guidance of Professor Clouser, you’ll study the core beliefs, sacred texts, and divine concepts of each tradition. While learning how others view the world, you’ll also gain clarity on how to confidently share and live out your Christian faith.
LISTEN, LEARN, AND LEAD
As you engage with global beliefs, you’ll build respect for different perspectives while developing discernment. This course prepares you to interact with people from all walks of life—grounded in truth, guided by love.
"Understanding other faiths helps us to better communicate the truth of Christ with love and respect, while deepening our own faith."
BUILD CONFIDENCE IN
INTERFAITH DIALOGUE
About The Course
In this Comparative Religions course, you’ll explore foundational teachings and key terms from the world’s most influential religions. Each lesson compares how these traditions define the divine, approach sacred writings, and guide human behavior. Through a biblical lens, you’ll learn to evaluate these ideas thoughtfully and communicate your beliefs effectively.
FAITHFUL CONVERSATION STARTS WITH UNDERSTANDING
Whether you’re preparing for ministry, missions, or everyday conversations, this Comparative Religions course gives you the tools to understand others and witness with compassion, wisdom, and confidence.
The Outcomes
By the end of Comparative Religions, you will:
- Identify core beliefs and vocabulary of five major world religions
- Compare views of the divine across Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
- Understand excerpts from sacred texts within each tradition
- Engage with people of different beliefs respectfully and knowledgeably
ACCESSIBLE
EDUCATION
FAITH-BASED
LEARNING
GLOBAL
COMMUNITY
PRACTICAL
TRAINING
DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT
The CLI ministry training will help me show others that being a leader is attainable.
I want to encourage them to follow their callings as well.
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ANYTHING
WHAT IS CHRISTIAN LEADERS INSTITUTE?
Christian Leaders Institute is a non-profit educational institution that offers free, high-quality ministry training to individuals who are seeking to become effective Christian leaders, ministers, pastors, and servants in their communities. CLI also offers low cost degrees, and partners with Christian Leaders Alliance to issue minister credentials. Learn more about CLI here.
IS CLI'S TRAINING REALLY FREE?
Yes, CLI is committed to making high-quality ministry training accessible to everyone. We offer our courses at no cost, so individuals can receive the education they need without financial barriers. Programs like awards, certificates, and diplomas are also completely free with the option to purchase an official credential. Learn more about our free model here.
There are low-costs for more personalized programs, such as college-level degrees. Learn more here.
ARE CLI'S PROGRAMS ACCREDITED?
Christian Leaders Institute holds candidate status with the Association for Biblical Higher Education Commission on Accreditation, 5850 T. G. Lee Blvd., Ste. 130, Orlando, FL 32822, 407.207.0808. Candidate status is a pre-accreditation status granted to those institutions that meet the ABHE Conditions of Eligibility and that possess such qualities as may provide a basis for achieving accreditation status within five years.
HOW DO I ENROLL IN CLI'S PROGRAMS?
Enrollment at CLI is as simple as creating your student account. Visit this page to see the steps laid out for you.
Once you’re registered, you can browse our courses and start your learning journey.
If you would like to learn about enrollment in the Leadership Excellence School (to earn college credit), click here.
EXPLORE THE MAJOR WORLD RELIGIONS AND THEIR TEACHINGS.
This Comparative Religions course introduces you to the five major world faiths—Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Through the guidance of Professor Clouser, you’ll study the core beliefs, sacred texts, and divine concepts of each tradition. While learning how others view the world, you’ll also gain clarity on how to confidently share and live out your Christian faith.
LISTEN, LEARN, AND LEAD
As you engage with global beliefs, you’ll build respect for different perspectives while developing discernment. This course prepares you to interact with people from all walks of life—grounded in truth, guided by love.
"UNDERSTANDING OTHER FAITHS HELPS US TO BETTER COMMUNICATE THE TRUTH OF CHRIST WITH LOVE AND RESPECT, WHILE DEEPENING OUR OWN FAITH."
BUILD CONFIDENCE IN
INTERFAITH DIALOGUE
About The Course
In this Comparative Religions course, you’ll explore foundational teachings and key terms from the world’s most influential religions. Each lesson compares how these traditions define the divine, approach sacred writings, and guide human behavior. Through a biblical lens, you’ll learn to evaluate these ideas thoughtfully and communicate your beliefs effectively.
FAITHFUL CONVERSATION STARTS WITH UNDERSTANDING
Whether you’re preparing for ministry, missions, or everyday conversations, this Comparative Religions course gives you the tools to understand others and witness with compassion, wisdom, and confidence.
The Outcomes
By the end of Comparative Religions, you will:
- Identify core beliefs and vocabulary of five major world religions
- Compare views of the divine across Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
- Understand excerpts from sacred texts within each tradition
- Engage with people of different beliefs respectfully and knowledgeably
DISCOVER ALL CLI'S BENEFITS
ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION
FAITH-BASED LEARNING
GLOBAL COMMUNITY
PRACTICAL TRAINING
DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT
The CLI ministry training will help me show others that being a leader is attainable. I want to encourage them to follow their callings as well.
JOIN LEADERS AROUND THE GLOBE
ASK US ANYTHING
WHAT IS CHRISTIAN LEADERS INSTITUTE?
Christian Leaders Institute is a non-profit educational institution that offers free, high-quality ministry training to individuals who are seeking to become effective Christian leaders, ministers, pastors, and servants in their communities. CLI also offers low cost degrees, and partners with Christian Leaders Alliance to issue minister credentials. Learn more about CLI here.
IS CLI'S TRAINING REALLY FREE?
Yes, CLI is committed to making high-quality ministry training accessible to everyone. We offer our courses at no cost, so individuals can receive the education they need without financial barriers. Programs like awards, certificates, and diplomas are also completely free with the option to purchase an official credential. Learn more about our free model here.
There are low-costs for more personalized programs, such as college-level degrees. Learn more here.
ARE CLI'S PROGRAMS ACCREDITED?
Christian Leaders Institute holds applicant status with the Association for Biblical Higher Education Commission on Accreditation, 5850 T. G. Lee Blvd., Ste. 130, Orlando, FL 32822, 407.207.0808. Applicant status is a pre-membership status granted to those institutions that meet the ABHE Conditions of Eligibility and that possess such qualities as may provide a basis for achieving candidate status within five years. Learn more about our accreditation journey.
HOW DO I ENROLL IN CLI'S PROGRAMS?
Enrollment at CLI is as simple as creating your student account. Visit this page to see the steps laid out for you.
Once you’re registered, you can browse our courses and start your learning journey.
If you would like to learn about enrollment in the Leadership Excellence School (to earn college credit), click here.
EXPLORE MAJOR WORLD RELIGIONS
This Comparative Religions course introduces you to the five major world faiths—Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Through the guidance of Professor Clouser, you’ll study the core beliefs, sacred texts, and divine concepts of each tradition. While learning how others view the world, you’ll also gain clarity on how to confidently share and live out your Christian faith.
LISTEN, LEARN, AND LEAD
As you engage with global beliefs, you’ll build respect for different perspectives while developing discernment. This course prepares you to interact with people from all walks of life—grounded in truth, guided by love.
"UNDERSTANDING OTHER FAITHS HELPS US TO BETTER COMMUNICATE THE TRUTH OF CHRIST WITH LOVE AND RESPECT, WHILE DEEPENING OUR OWN FAITH."
BUILD CONFIDENCE IN INTERFAITH DIALOGUE
ABOUT THIS COURSE
In this course, you’ll explore foundational teachings and key terms from the world’s most influential religions. Each lesson compares how these traditions define the divine, approach sacred writings, and guide human behavior. Through a biblical lens, you’ll learn to evaluate these ideas thoughtfully and communicate your beliefs effectively.
FAITHFUL CONVERSATION STARTS WITH UNDERSTANDING
Whether you’re preparing for ministry, missions, or everyday conversations, this Comparative Religions course gives you the tools to understand others and witness with compassion, wisdom, and confidence.
THE OUTCOMES
By the end of Comparative Religions, you will:
Identify core beliefs and vocabulary of five major world religions
Compare views of the divine across Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Understand excerpts from sacred texts within each tradition
- Engage with people of different beliefs respectfully and knowledgeably
THE
BENEFITS
ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION
FAITH-BASED LEARNING
GLOBAL COMMUNITY
PRACTICAL TRAINING
DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT
The CLI ministry training will help me show others that being a leader is attainable. I want to encourage them to follow their callings as well.
JOIN LEADERS AROUND THE GLOBE
ASK US ANYTHING
WHAT IS CHRISTIAN LEADERS INSTITUTE?
Christian Leaders Institute is a non-profit educational institution that offers free, high-quality ministry training to individuals who are seeking to become effective Christian leaders, ministers, pastors, and servants in their communities. CLI also offers low cost degrees, and partners with Christian Leaders Alliance to issue minister credentials. Learn more about CLI here.
IS CLI'S TRAINING REALLY FREE?
Yes, CLI is committed to making high-quality ministry training accessible to everyone. We offer our courses at no cost, so individuals can receive the education they need without financial barriers. Programs like awards, certificates, and diplomas are also completely free with the option to purchase an official credential. Learn more about our free model here.
There are low-costs for more personalized programs, such as college-level degrees. Learn more here.
ARE CLI'S PROGRAMS ACCREDITED?
Christian Leaders Institute holds candidate status with the Association for Biblical Higher Education Commission on Accreditation, 5850 T. G. Lee Blvd., Ste. 130, Orlando, FL 32822, 407.207.0808. Candidate status is a pre-accreditation status granted to those institutions that meet the ABHE Conditions of Eligibility and that possess such qualities as may provide a basis for achieving accreditation status within five years.
HOW DO I ENROLL IN CLI'S PROGRAMS?
Enrollment at CLI is as simple as creating your student account. Visit this page to see the steps laid out for you.
Once you’re registered, you can browse our courses and start your learning journey.
If you would like to learn about enrollment in the Leadership Excellence School (to earn college credit), click here.