Called to Teach God’s Word
Greetings! My name is Miranda Cassett, and I live in the United States of America. My ministry calling is to teach the Word of God to others so that they understand the Bible better. There is such a high biblical illiteracy rate and that deeply saddens me. The Bible is such a marvelous book! The Bible is the very words of God, and all believers can go deeper into the study of the Scriptures. What a blessing!
I was called to teach an adult Sunday school class back in 2013 and have been working toward that goal at Christian Leaders Institute. CLI has been instrumental in my ministry training and a blessing to me. I have learned so many valuable things at Christian Leaders Institute. It has helped me to grow in my faith and my walk with God.
Called to Teach: My Ministry Dream
Currently, I am teaching a Sunday school class to Junior High students. However, I feel my calling is to teach adults. At this time, my challenge has been obstacles that keep me from fulfilling my ministry calling to teach. One example of such an obstacle is my church’s view on women adult Sunday School teachers. I trust that God will show me how and where He wants me to serve Him.
My ministry dream for the future is to be able to use the ministry training I receive from the Christian Leaders Institute to teach a Bible class. I want to teach in a manner that is simple yet informative. I want to help others enhance their knowledge of Scripture and deepen their faith by being in the Word. My hope is to help decrease biblical illiteracy in my church and through online ministry.
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Student Learner Studying at CLI
My name is Peta Gay Waugh, and I live and work in Jamaica. I describe myself as a student learner and am learning, understanding and getting to know Him. Therefore, as I grow on my journey as a Christian, I must understand and be able to relate to my experiences.
Being a part of the Christian Leaders Institute during this process is truly a blessing. First, it fulfilled my quest to learn and grow as a Christian. Second, it provided me with the tools needed to better understand God and my role and responsibilities as a leader. I am challenged, and the more I delve in, the more I am eager to learn. Already, I find myself being more open to sharing and fellowshipping with everyone.
Christian leaders in Jamaica are either ordained or have gone through the theological process. The expectations are very high, as they are role models selected by a high calling. The community usually seeks counseling and advice in all forms from them. They even attest documents and are often summoned by the police if and when needed.
Raised as a Christian
As a child, I grew up admiring these leaders, especially in my household. Going to church was considered imperative. My mother sat with us on the veranda on Sunday evening as we studied the Bible through reading the stories. We rarely fellowshipped together except for those days, but I knew it was necessary. Each morning, my mother sat in the bathroom, praying and reading her Bible. My father did the same thing. So my siblings and I followed suit with evening prayer also as a must.
We also expressed thanks for the day and what we accomplished. Our parents reminded us of the need to be humble, grateful, and take nothing for granted. In my household, we were responsible for each other. Mother, the nurturer, would also be reminding us of our responsibilities to be our brother’s and sister’s keeper. A trust that I have grown to respect over the years. It has taught me how to work with others and accept them for who they are.
Student Learner about God at CLI
My acceptance of the Lord happened when I was about ten. I was in the bathroom, the quiet family place, reading the Bible when I began to speak in tongues. It was a surreal feeling. I have come to look forward to it as it is like God speaking through me. Ministering and fellowshipping with God is something that I do every day. I am always humbled to share my testimony of how good God has been to me. My spiritual aspiration is to become so devoted to the Lord that I am one with Him. My biggest hurdle is being diligent in my mission. It is for this reason that being a part of the Christian Leaders Institute is essential to me as it has made me more focused.
As I delve into this knowledge being offered, I hope that I will learn and comprehend so that I can become a teacher and guide to others. I assist my siblings financially, so I do not have the income to fund my studies. Hence, since this training is free, I feel blessed that God answered my prayers. Learning and understanding His Word is paramount to me. A scholarship enables me with the ability to complete more classes so that I can teach and guide others positively. Thank you, CLI!
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.CLI Ministry Education: It’s My Time Now With God’s Help
Hi, my name is Felix Quinones, and I am getting a CLI ministry education. I am 30 years old and was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey. I was also born with cerebral palsy. Needing to use a walker has never been easy for me. Other kids often bullied me as a kid. And, as a teen and an adult, people told me that I would never amount to anything. They said that I would never graduate from high school and never be able to go to college or do anything for myself.
My CLI Ministry Education Goal
Finding the Christian Leaders Institute with their online ministry education for free is a Godsend. My goal with Christian Leaders Institute is to get my Associates’s degree in Evangelism and Biblical Theology. Then, my dream is to be an official evangelist for the kingdom of God and my local church.
I know this will take a lot of time, effort, and dedication. But, I want to prove to people who were used by Satan himself that when you walk in obedience to the word of God, there is nothing impossible for Him. What people say about you is not what matters, because what matters is that God will fulfill His purpose in His perfect timing!
My other goal is to not only become an official Evangelist, but to one day also be a husband, father, and pastor of a church. I know that some people might see this as impossible because of my physical limitations. But, we know that with the Lord all things are possible! I am excited to study at Christian Leaders Institute. I will get the CLI ministry education I need to fulfill the dreams I have for ministry.
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