We remain steadfast in our core mission and philosophy as a ministerial school, ensuring that our training stays true to its purpose. By leveraging technology and implementing structured learning systems with effective feedback mechanisms, we maximize learning outcomes and achieve our training goals with excellence.

BSM ONLINE ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Academic Content
A school should be measured based on its stated objectives. Therefore, we carefully select courses and design course content in alignment with our mission and training philosophy.

1. Competency Development: We aim to develop students’ competencies in areas essential for Pentecostal ministerial training, including spiritual growth, character-social development, Bible and doctrinal knowledge, and ministry skills such as preaching, teaching, and counseling.
2. Emphasis on Core Values: We highlight the heart of the Father for the lost, the example and obedience of Jesus as the Son of God, and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit for effective ministry.
3. Motivation for Missions: We strive to maintain high levels of motivation among students for missionary work.
4. Curriculum Relevance: We continually update our curriculum to ensure that it remains relevant to present-day challenges and societal change.

Academic Load:
The BSM Online academic year consists of thirty courses spread throughout 10 months. Each course consists of a minimum of 6 to 12 online sessions 60-90 minutes /session depending on the content and competencies called for in each course. Assignments and performance tasks necessary to accomplish the learning goals are given.

Course Requirements
A BSM student is being trained to be a worker for God. We are concerned that each student gives diligence to the study of the Word as one who does his best to present himself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. (2TIM 2:15).
The student must evidence satisfactory performance and learning in each course, which is at least 70% of total grade from the following:

1. Attendance and Class Participation – 25%
2. Insights – Individual response to each lesson in a given course – 25%
3. Assignment – Assignments done in groups or individually – 25 %
4. Examination – A standard written examination is given at the end of each course – 25 %

A Year End Comprehensive Test.
Students will take a comprehensive test to prove their learning of the most important truths and principles communicated to them throughout the academic year.

BSM ONLINE SPIRITUAL AND CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
BSM is deeply committed to nurturing the spiritual and character development of its students. We uphold biblical principles that emphasize spiritual maturity, Christlike character, a godly value system, and a lifestyle worthy of the high calling of ministry.
At the beginning of each school year, we view our students as God’s workmanship in progress—individuals whom He is shaping and transforming into the people He has called them to be. This transformation, however, depends on each student’s willingness to cooperate with God’s work of grace in their lives.

As we often say at BSM: “God accepts you as you are, but He loves you too much to let you stay as you are.” Through intentional discipleship, spiritual formation, and character development, we seek to partner with God in this lifelong process of transformation.

Activities Adapted for the Online Setting:

1. Response Times in Classroom Sessions: BSM teachers dedicate time during classes for students to respond to God’s movement. Each session offers a unique opportunity for an encounter with the Lord.
2. Personal Devotions: Students are to document their daily devotional experiences in a notebook and share their most significant insights weekly.
3. Parenting Program: Each student is paired with a parenting elder who provides monthly guidance in personal, character, and spiritual development.
4. Counseling Sessions: Students have access to personal counseling sessions whenever needed.
5. Social and Relational Growth Activities: Healthy ministry is built not only on spiritual maturity and ministry skills, but also on meaningful relationships. To encourage Christian fellowship, mutual encouragement, teamwork, and a sense of community among students, BSM provides opportunities for social and relational interaction throughout the school year. These activities include:
   a. Meet-and-Greet Sessions conducted in small groups to help students get to know one another, build friendships, and foster a supportive learning community.
   b. Pre-Class Fun Activities designed to promote interaction, strengthen relationships, and create a positive and welcoming learning environment.

BSM ONLINE MINISTRY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
At the Berean School of Ministry (BSM), ministry training goes beyond academics by integrating theological learning with practical experience for church planting, discipleship, and pastoral ministry. Students participate in ministry development activities adapted for the online environment, fostering spiritual growth, leadership, and ministry practice. Through these, students demonstrate key competencies by applying their knowledge, skills, and spiritual formation in real ministry contexts.

Activities Adapted for the Online Setting

1. Church Culture Immersion
   To cultivate a deeper understanding of ministry dynamics and local church culture, students are required to:
   • Participate in Destiny City Church’s online Sunday every first Sunday of each month.
   • Take comprehensive sermon notes and submit reflective sermon response reports demonstrating personal insights and ministry application.
   • Explore and engage with Destiny City Church’s digital ministry platforms, including its social media channels and online ministry resources.
   • Submit a written report analyzing the church’s vision, values, culture, and ministry practices.
2. Pentecostal Spiritual Experience
   As part of their spiritual formation, students are encouraged to pursue and demonstrate:
   • Baptism in the Holy Spirit.
   • Understanding and practice of spiritual gifts.
3. Discipleship Lab
   Students will gain practical discipleship experience through:
   • Completion of an Online Basic Track Express Class.
   • Initiating and leading a Small Group Discipleship Gathering within their local church or ministry context.
4. Preaching Lab
   Students will develop and demonstrate biblical preaching competencies through:
   • Preparation and submission of sermon manuscripts.
   • Submission of recorded preaching presentations.
   • Participation in preaching evaluations and critiques.
   • Receiving, reflecting upon, and applying constructive feedback.
5. Teaching Lab
   Students will develop teaching competencies by:
   • Designing lesson plans for two different age groups.
   • Developing ministry programs for two different age groups.
6. Evangelism and Church Planting Lab
   Students will master witnessing skills and develop church planting skills with community outreach teams
   • Witness to individual people in different settings
   • Participating in or initiating involvement with a local church planting team.
   • Participating in or initiating a community engagement team within a specific sector of society.
   • Applying principles of evangelism, discipleship, and community transformation in practical ministry settings.
7. Storying Lab
   Students will develop skills in biblical storytelling and disciple-making through:
   • Participating in an actual storying experience.
   • Leading a storying session.
   • Demonstrating competency in communicating biblical truths through narrative methods.