Launched Into Ministry
My name is Faith Kajawu; born and bred in Zimbabwe but now live in Botswana. I am taking online Biblical ministry training at the Christian Leaders Institute (Learn more about free Bible and ministry training online, Click Here).
My Early Life Story
I was born into a Christian family. For a long time, our family was part of an Anglican church. Sundays were church days. Evening times before bed were family prayer time led by my mother. I don’t remember giving my life to Christ while young, so I was a Christian by socialization and association.
At a young age, I was a regular Sunday churchgoer type of believer and not really into it. Our local church was small, and a few members would share the word. No one had training. There were no children’s or youth ministries, so my peers and I were not nurtured in a walk with God.
When I was 11, my mother joined one of the new Pentecostal churches. With the teaching of the importance of the Holy Spirit, it was at this stage that my mother became a prayer warrior. She also came up with family prayer programs. My mother’s devotion and prayer life made a huge impact on my life. Her faith laid the foundation for me. I knew that no matter what I am a Christian and Jesus is the answer for every situation in my life.
Spiritual Growth Journey
As an independent youth, I moved to a prophetic church. There, I met my husband, a pastor for that church. Through marriage, I automatically launched into ministry. I became a co-pastor with him at one of the church branches. My husband is a powerful preacher and a man who loves the Lord. However, I ministered because my husband had a call. But what about me? Was I called to ministry?
Without ministry training, I was on a battlefield. It forced me to learn things the hard way. That could have been simplified by training or mentorship. I faced my personal mistakes and a lot of church politics. I discovered the sins that our church leaders had fallen into. That hurt me to the core, and I almost gave up.
However, by God’s grace, I realized that I needed to begin a journey of self-discovery and learning. So I searched online and found the Christian Leaders Institute for online Biblical ministry training. Now, I can learn as much as possible and delve deeper into my relationship with Jesus Christ. So, celebrate with me and pray for me as I begin this new learning journey!
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Opportunity for Biblical Training to Make an Impact for Jesus Christ
Good health and blessings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ! My name is Herminigildo Abad Dualan, Jr, born in the Naic, Cavite, Philippines. I became a Canadian citizen and now live in Burnaby, BC, Canada. I am married to Linda, my partner for life. We have three kids (a girl and two boys). At the Christian Leaders Institute, I have the opportunity for Biblical training for my ministry call (Learn more about free Bible and ministry training online, Click Here).
My Life
I am a part-time volunteer member of JRAM, Jesus Rock of Ages Ministries, home base in Vancouver, BC. I attended and completed the Exhorter’s Licensing Training Program Level 1 conducted by JRAM’s Education Ministry last 2021. Currently, I serve as an assistant Small Group Leader.
I have 10 siblings and am number six in the family. My father and mother were not yet Bible-believing Christians when I was born. They committed their lives to Christ, one year after my conversion. Some of my siblings also followed. I received and surrender my life to Christ on December 6, 1991, in the Middle East, State of Bahrain.
My Spiritual Journey
Before my conversion, I thought believing in many religions would be good enough for me to know God. Also, good enough for God to listen to my prayers and good enough for God to let me into heaven someday. However, all these things turned out to be wrong after I received Christ in my heart and life.
With the help of the Holy Spirit, my mind opened to what the Bible says rather than what religion says. I agree with God through His Word rather than through what religion says. I have learned in the Bible in John 3:16 that God sent His only begotten Son (not a religion or a group) for me to be saved and have eternal life. Because Christ is 100% man and 100% God, I need to have a personal relationship with Him. He is not a group for me to join or a religion for me to become religious with but rather He is God, a person. So that’s why I need to have a personal relationship with Him. It is a relationship, not a religion-ship.
The moment I received Christ, I had a passion to share Christ with my parents. They both committed their lives to Christ as I mentioned before. Having a relationship with Christ is the best experience that I ever had. I love sharing Christ with people as the Holy Spirit gives me the opportunity.
Opportunity for Biblical Training at CLI
I am so thankful to the Christian Leaders Institute for providing me with this opportunity for the Biblical training I need to do the ministry God has called me to. Currently, I am in the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course, Part One and Part Two. There are many takeaways from my learning. Here are a few of them: “Utilizing the training to make an impact for Jesus Christ”; “Mentors can help you learn the easy way”; “All I know is that when I put GOD at the center of my life, great things happen.”
I look forward to more training and takeaways! Thank you, CLI for all the encouragement and needful training to make an impact for JESUS CHRIST!
Steps to Sign Up At Christian Leaders Institute
Step 1 – Register for a free study account that automatically enrolls you in the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2.
After you register, you will automatically be enrolled in the “getting started” course. You will locate the course at your “home” button when logged in. Scroll down to find the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2 Link. Click the link and open the course.
Step 2 – Complete Part 1 of this course. Then you can enroll in mini-courses or regular courses.
The Christian Leaders Getting Started Class Part 1 shows you how to enroll in courses and mini-courses. Part 2 of the course connects your calling into ministry with programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute. Part 2 will offer some ministry training and introduce you to the other programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute.
Learn more about ordination at the Christian Leaders Alliance. Interested in a low-cost college degree? Check out the CLI’s Leadership Excellence School.
My name is Muriel Hendricks. I am from South Africa, living in Johannesburg which is called the City of Gold. Although I have not found my gold nugget yet, Wow! What a journey! It is really starting now. Studying at the Christian Leaders Institute (Learn more about free Bible and ministry training online, Click Here) is truly going to be my “LIFT OFF.” I found CLI while searching the internet for free accredited Ministry Online Training. A single mother of four grown children and a grandmother to eight adorable grandchildren, I know that I am blessed.
My Story
Growing up in the apartheid era came with its own challenges. We moved around a lot because of government displacement with segregation and racial laws. I attended quite a number of different schools because of the moving around. My parents were Lutherans but not devout church members. So we children had the option of whether and when we wanted to go to church or not. I thank God for the plans He had for me.
My encounter with the LORD was a strange one. Already divorced and working in the Corporate Sector, on this particular day I walked into our offices with one goal in mind. It was to hand in my resignation. I had no alternative source of income, no fixed assets, or even a comfortable bank balance. However, I was going to resign from my job. Was it irresponsible? Maybe, but that was what I was going to do, and I did not understand at that time that God was in it. So, I resigned from my workplace!!!!
Former Unsaved Single Mom
Long story short, the following week, I had an appointment with the Pastor of the church where my children worshipped. Yes, you are reading correctly. My children are saved and their mom was not even attending church except for an occasional Sunday visit. To say the least, my life at that stage was like a roller coaster ride. I was not bitter but also not “ready” to have any fellowship with the LORD.
On that particular day, a Tuesday in 2000, I had my meeting with the Pastor. Hallelujah! I gave my heart to the LORD and never looked back. Our meeting went well. All of a sudden, I started crying. The Pastor was also crying. At the time, I did not understand that it was the presence of the Holy Spirit. The Pastor gave me The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren to read. Being an avid reader, I commented that I would complete the book the following day. To which the pastor replied,” No, please read it over 40 days. Each day a chapter.” That book changed my perspective and thinking. Furthermore, I also got offered a position as a School Teacher at the Church’s Primary School. That’s how my walk with God started.
The Journey
What a ride it was and still is. As a newborn Christian, the excitement and love for God were amazing. Every day was a new day, a new adventure with a hunger that needed to be fed. I also enjoyed being a Sunday School Teacher, or in today’s terms, a Children’s Church Leader. I also managed the monthly magazine for the church, which was exciting because that got me to interact with everyone in the church. Further, I attended once a week Bible School classes, which enhanced my spiritual walk.
My family and I then moved from the Maraisburg area. We then attended a church in Randburg which was closer to my new workplace. I served in this ministry for a while but was more involved now with ministry duties. I served in Children’s Church again and was part of the Women Fellowship, the Prayer Team, and the Counseling Division. Then, I enjoyed it so much that I quit my job and became a full-time minister with a stipend. It was fulfilling, and I could not ask for anything more. During this period, I also got ordained as a pastor.
Inner Peace and Joy
As a teenager and then as a young woman, I made a lot of wrong decisions. At one stage, that led me to think that there was something wrong with me. It was as if I could never find peace. I yearned for something deeper than what I was experiencing. I remember that I could be sitting with friends at some function or the other but would feel lonely in the midst of it. Then, the day I accepted the Lord Jesus as my personal Lord and Savior, I began to experience inner peace and joy. The things of the world no longer had the attraction or impact on me.
Still Thirsty: Free Ministry Online Training
But in all of it, I still felt as if something was missing. I needed more and to do more. However, because of financial constraints, I was unable to engage in any studies. Theology and Ministry studies didn’t come cheap, but I never lost hope that out there was a college or school which would make it possible for me to study further. With its free ministry online training, CLI is that place. I completed God’s Design for Sex Mini-Course and am currently busy with the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 and 2.
I am so excited because everything that I have ever wanted is now literally at my fingertips and within my reach. The Mini-Courses have been my starting point. However, I am a bit unsure at this stage as I want to study everything available to me. There is such a great need for qualified ministers in my society.
At the age of 66, the world is my oyster. My children, my eldest daughter being an ordained pastor, are very happy for me. They knew that I love the LORD and wanted to be more involved in our community. With CLI and the training I will receive, the possibilities are endless.
I am so grateful to Christian Leaders Ministries and the free ministry online training. Not only will I be a recipient of their gift of free ministry training, but I will also be giving back as a token of my gratitude.
Steps to Sign Up At Christian Leaders Institute
Step 1 – Register for a free study account that automatically enrolls you in the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2.
After you register, you will automatically be enrolled in the “getting started” course. You will locate the course at your “home” button when logged in. Scroll down to find the Christian Leaders Getting Started Course Part 1 &2 Link. Click the link and open the course.
Step 2 – Complete Part 1 of this course. Then you can enroll in mini-courses or regular courses.
The Christian Leaders Getting Started Class Part 1 shows you how to enroll in courses and mini-courses. Part 2 of the course connects your calling into ministry with programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute. Part 2 will offer some ministry training and introduce you to the other programs offered through Christian Leaders Institute.
Learn more about ordination at the Christian Leaders Alliance. Interested in a low-cost college degree? Check out the CLI’s Leadership Excellence School.