DISCOVER.
UNDERSTAND.
ENGAGE
A transformational learning experience that helps you explore God’s
global purpose through Scripture, history, culture, and strategy.
WHAT IS PERSTEPCTIVES?
More Than
a Course
Perspectives is a structured, discussion-driven study taken with a class rather
than alone. Each week brings a reading, a session with an instructor, and a
conversation with the people around you.
It isn’t a lecture series to sit through or a devotional to skim. It is fifteen lessons
that build on one another until scattered pieces — Scripture, history, culture,
strategy — begin to read as a single story.
15 Lessons
A sequence, not a sampler.
4 Perspectives
Four lenses on the same purpose.
One Bigger Story
Everything converging on one thread.
WHAT IS PERSTEPCTIVES?
15 Lessons.
One Journey.
Lesson titles follow the standard course syllabus. Individual classes
may adjust pacing or session order — confirm details with your class
host.
01
The Living God is a Missionary God
Where the story begins: God’s purpose declared to and through Abraham.
BIBLICAL
02
The Story of His Glory
God’s worth and glory made known among all peoples.
BIBLICAL
03
Your Kingdom Come
The kingdom of God breaking into human history.
BIBLICAL
04
Mandate for the Nations
Jesus’ commission and its meaning for every people group.
BIBLICAL
05
Unleashing the Gospel
How the early church moved beyond cultural boundaries.
BIBLICAL
06
The Expansion of the World Christian Movement
Tracing the spread of the gospel across centuries and continents.
HISTORICAL
07
Eras of Mission History
Distinct eras, distinct lessons, one continuing work.
HISTORICAL
08
Pioneers of the World Christian Movement
Lives that shaped how the church engaged the world.
HISTORICAL
09
The Task Remaining
Reading the world today: who is still unreached, and why.
CULTURAL
10
How Shall They Hear?
Communicating meaning across languages and worldviews.
CULTURAL
11
Building Bridges of Love
Incarnational relationships and genuine cultural respect.
CULTURAL
12
Christian Community Development
Serving communities in ways that bring lasting good.
STRATEGIC
13
The Spontaneous Multiplication of Churches
How movements of faith grow and sustain themselves.
STRATEGIC
14
Pioneer Church Planting
Strategy, teams, and perseverance in frontier settings.
STRATEGIC
15
World Christian Discipleship
Your place in the story — and the next step you take.
STRATEGIC
FOR PERSTEPCTIVES
Four Ways of Seeing
BIBLICAL
What does Scripture reveal about God's purpose?
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HISTORICAL
How has God's purpose unfolded throughout history?
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CULTURAL
How do cultures and worldviews shape how people understand the world?
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STATEGIC
How can we understand and participate in what God is doing?
Look at how communities are served, how movements multiply, and how ordinary people
find a durable role in a purpose bigger than themselves.
Lessons 12 – 15
HOW THE COURSE WORKs
What to Expect
01
FIND A CLASS
Choose a class that works for you.
02
LEARN
Work through the 15-lesson experience with your class.
03
DISCUSS
Learn alongside instructors and other
students.
04
APPLY
Connect what you’re learning with your own life and calling.
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Learn Beyond the
Classroom
Explore ideas together — questions, disagreement, and real
conversation each week.
STORIES
Learn from people and experiences around the world.
Engage deeply with God’s Word.
COMMUNITY
Learn alongside others on the same journey —
people who started as strangers and finish as a
class.
FAQ
Questions
Before
You Start?
Who is the course for?
Anyone curious about God’s global purpose — students, working adults, retirees, church leaders, and people simply asking bigger questions about faith and the world. No academic background is assumed.
How long does the course take?
Fifteen lessons, typically one lesson per week over about fifteen weeks. Some classes run in condensed or intensive formats — the class listing shows each schedule.
Where can I take it?
Classes are hosted by churches, campuses, and communities, and some are offered online. Use Find a Class to see what’s running near you or at a time that fits.
What does the course cost?
Cost varies by class and format, and usually covers course materials and administration. Each class listing states its fee, and many hosts offer scholarships or payment plans.
Do I need previous experience?
No. The course is designed to be accessible to first-time learners while still stretching people who have studied for years.
What happens after I complete the course?
Most people leave with a clearer sense of direction. Lesson 15 is dedicated to next steps, and alumni stay connected through local networks, further study, and service opportunities.
Can my church host a class?
Yes. Churches and communities regularly host classes with support, training, and materials provided. Contact us to start the conversation.
How do I apply?
Find a class that fits, then apply through that class listing. Applications are simple and usually confirmed within a few days.
Still have questions?
Ready to Start?
Find a class near you and take your next step.