Course Number: CORE 1020-10
Excellence & Integrity
Credit Hours: 1 hr
This is a single lesson that explains what the staff of The International College of Ministry expects from all enrolled students. This teaching and its assignment is required for all students. We are in the business of training people for the most important work the world has ever known. We serve a savior who modeled integrity and excellence. As ambassadors of Christ are we not called to do the same?
This is a teaching by Dr. Ray Self that explains in exact terms what ICM means by integrity and excellence. No one is expected to be perfect but integrity requires that we will constantly strive toward excellence. The ministry requires integrity. A lack of integrity has caused much damage to the Church and the image of Christianity. This lesson is clear and will help any student understand what is expected of them.
- Teacher: Dr. Ray Self
Course Number: CORE 1001-30
Essential Christian Doctrines
Credit Hours: 3 hrs
This course of study is designed to give you a means to discover the power of the gospel to change lives. It will discuss the basics of Essential Christian Doctrines with the final goal of equipping you to serve effectively within your calling. The greatest spiritual awakening of all time is available to you.
As you go through the study of these materials it is our prayer that you will gain a general knowledge of biblical topics contained within these pages. Personal growth can be intensified through faithful study as you prepare for continued understanding of the Jesus Christ and essential doctrines of our Christian faith.
- Teacher: Dr. Ray Self
Course Number: CORE 1005-30
Redeem Your Past: Find Your Promise Land
Author: Dr. Ray Self
Textbook Course
Credit Hours: 3 hrs
This course is a textbook study of Redeem Your Past: Find Your Promise Land by Dr. Ray Self. Students may purchase a copy from the suggested seller listed below.
We all desire to be living our best life, finding the purpose we were created for, discovering our own promised land.
God has designed each of us to live a life full of satisfaction and meaning, and He placed in us the exact unique giftings and traits to follow our individual calling. He has created a promised land for each of His children, to play a part in His kingdom here on Earth.
So why do so many of us struggle to find that purpose, our promised land? We have an enemy who wants to destroy anything God has promised us. Satan has devised a scheme against your life and purpose. Redeeming Your Past and Finding Your Promised Land will help you uncover these schemes, defeat them, and discover the reason for your creation. God has a promised land for you—a place where you can prosper, be at peace, live an abundant life, and be a blessing to those around you. This book serves as a crucial guide to overcoming the enemy’s plans and finding your personal promised land.
- Teacher: Dr. Ray Self
Course Number: CORE 1012-30
The Call
Author: Dr. Ray Self
Textbook Course
Credit Hours: 3 hrs
When God calls you, it is like a phone that rings continuously, 24 hours a day. The feeling and burden never leave you until you answer. However, once you submit to the Lord's ministry call, there are many crucial things you need to know, regardless of the type of ministry you are called to. This book will help you jump-start your incredible journey as a minister of Jesus Christ. You will learn vital topics such as determining your unique call, preparing a sermon, and delivering it effectively. This book covers Christian counseling, financing your ministry, writing a vision, how to be led by the Holy Spirit, and more crucial topics for anyone called to the ministry.
When you receive a call from God, preparation and equipping are essential. The Call aims to prepare you for ministry and guide you through what to expect and how to be ready as you pursue God’s purpose. Although we may pursue various types of ministries and receive different calls from God, the ministry is essentially the same for all of us, as Jesus is our Messiah, teacher, and example.
This is a required course for the Life Coaching Certification.
- Teacher: Dr. Ray Self
Course Number: CORE 1015-30
The Holy Spirit
Credit Hours: 3 hrs
This is a required study for all ICM students. This course will teach the study about the many attributes of the Holy Spirit. The course covers the many works of the Holy Spirit. The course examines the work of the Spirit in the believer, in the unbeliever, in the world, in the ministry of Christ, in the ministry of the church and much more.
This is a vital study for all Christians seeking knowledge and a relationship with the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit gives us a revelation of Christ, so an understanding of the Holy Spirit is essential to an understanding of Jesus. This is an interactive workbook which includes an audio introduction by Dr. Ray Self.
This is a required course for all ICM students.
- Teacher: Dr. Ray Self